# Bathroom Renovation Cost Calculator

> Estimate bathroom renovation costs by element. Compare budget, mid-range, and luxury options with detailed cost breakdowns.

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Prices updated: 2026-03

## How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost?

Bathroom renovation costs vary dramatically depending on the scope of work, materials chosen, and whether you hire professionals. This guide breaks down every cost element so you can set a realistic budget before you start.

### Cost Breakdown by Element

| Element | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---------|--------|-----------|--------|
| Floor tiles (6 sqm) | EUR 120-180 | EUR 180-360 | EUR 360-600 |
| Wall tiles (12 sqm) | EUR 200-300 | EUR 300-600 | EUR 600-1200 |
| Adhesive + grout | EUR 60-100 | EUR 80-140 | EUR 100-180 |
| Waterproofing | EUR 50-100 | EUR 80-150 | EUR 120-250 |
| Toilet | EUR 80-150 | EUR 150-350 | EUR 350-800 |
| Basin + vanity | EUR 60-150 | EUR 150-350 | EUR 350-1000 |
| Shower/bath | EUR 100-250 | EUR 250-600 | EUR 600-2000 |
| Taps and fittings | EUR 40-100 | EUR 100-250 | EUR 250-600 |
| Labour (professional) | EUR 1000-1500 | EUR 1500-2500 | EUR 2500-4000 |
| **Total** | **EUR 1500-3000** | **EUR 3000-5500** | **EUR 6000-12000+** |

These figures are for a standard 6 sqm bathroom (3m x 2m) with half-wall tiling. Larger bathrooms, en-suites, or wet rooms will cost proportionally more. Use our [bathroom renovation calculator](/bathroom-renovation-calculator) to get exact material quantities for your specific dimensions.

### Labour Cost Breakdown

| Task | Time (days) | Cost per Day | Total Labour |
|------|------------|-------------|-------------|
| Strip-out and disposal | 1 | EUR 250-350 | EUR 250-350 |
| Plumbing first fix | 1 | EUR 250-400 | EUR 250-400 |
| Waterproofing | 0.5-1 | EUR 250-350 | EUR 125-350 |
| Floor tiling | 1-2 | EUR 250-350 | EUR 250-700 |
| Wall tiling | 1-2 | EUR 250-350 | EUR 250-700 |
| Fixture installation | 1-2 | EUR 250-350 | EUR 250-700 |
| Finishing (silicone, grouting) | 0.5 | EUR 250-350 | EUR 125-175 |
| **Total** | **5-10 days** | | **EUR 1500-3375** |

### DIY vs Professional Cost Comparison

| Item | DIY Cost | Professional Cost | Savings |
|------|----------|-------------------|---------|
| Materials (6 sqm bath) | EUR 500-1200 | EUR 500-1200 | EUR 0 (same) |
| Tool hire/purchase | EUR 100-200 | EUR 0 (included) | -EUR 100-200 |
| Labour | EUR 0 | EUR 1500-3000 | EUR 1500-3000 |
| Time | 8-15 days | 5-10 days | +3-5 days |
| **Total** | **EUR 600-1400** | **EUR 2000-4200** | **60-70% savings** |

DIY saves significantly on a bathroom renovation, but only if you are confident with waterproofing and tiling. Poor waterproofing can cause thousands in water damage. If you are new to tiling, consider doing the painting and finishing yourself while hiring a professional for waterproofing and tiling.

### Hidden Costs Checklist

Budget an extra 15-25% for these commonly overlooked expenses:

| Hidden Cost | Typical Amount | When Needed |
|------------|---------------|-------------|
| Plumbing relocation | EUR 200-600 | Moving toilet, basin, or shower position |
| Electrical work | EUR 100-300 | Extractor fan, heated mirror, underfloor heating |
| Skip hire | EUR 150-250 | Disposing of old tiles, fixtures, rubble |
| Substrate repair | EUR 100-400 | Rotten floorboards, damaged plaster behind old tiles |
| Temporary facilities | EUR 0-100 | Portable shower if only bathroom is being renovated |

Planning a kitchen renovation alongside your bathroom? The [kitchen renovation cost calculator](/kitchen-renovation-cost) provides similar detailed cost breakdowns. If you only need to repaint the rooms around the bathroom, try the [paint cost calculator](/paint-cost-calculator).

### How does this compare across Europe?

We combined this calculator's national-average baseline with Eurostat's 2024 hourly construction labour cost data to publish the [European Bathroom Renovation Cost Index 2026](/blog/european-bathroom-renovation-cost-2026) — a country-by-country comparison across 18 EU member states. The full dataset (free CSV under CC BY 4.0) shows how labour-cost differences translate into total cost: the same mid-range bathroom that costs €5,390 in Copenhagen costs €2,937 in Bucharest, a 1.84× spread driven almost entirely by labour. Materials prices barely move across the EU single market.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### How much does a full bathroom renovation cost?

A full bathroom renovation costs EUR 1500-3000 (budget), EUR 3000-6000 (mid-range), or EUR 6000-12000+ (luxury) for a standard 6 sqm bathroom. The main cost drivers are fixtures, tile quality, and whether you hire professionals or DIY.

### What is the cheapest way to renovate a bathroom?

Reglazing the existing bath/shower, painting walls above the tile line, replacing silicone and grout, and updating fixtures (taps, towel rail, mirror) can refresh a bathroom for EUR 200-500 without retiling.

### How much do bathroom fitters charge?

Bathroom fitters typically charge EUR 200-400 per day, or quote per project. A full bathroom refit (strip-out, waterproofing, tiling, fixture installation) for a standard bathroom costs EUR 1500-3000 in labour alone, taking 5-10 days.

### Should I tile the whole bathroom wall?

Full-height tiling (floor to ceiling) costs 40-60% more in tiles and adhesive but eliminates painting and reduces long-term maintenance. Half-wall tiling (1.2m) with painted walls above is the budget-friendly standard.

### What hidden costs should I budget for?

Budget an extra 15-25% for: plumbing changes (EUR 200-600), electrical work (EUR 100-300), skip hire (EUR 150-250), unexpected substrate repairs (EUR 100-400), and temporary shower access during renovation.

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Interactive version with calculator: https://renoquant.com/bathroom-renovation-cost. Figures are estimates; final quotes vary by site conditions, materials, and region.