Bathroom Renovation Cost UK 2026
What you will actually pay for a new bathroom, from a basic refresh to a full luxury renovation.
A bathroom renovation is one of the most common home improvements in the UK, and one of the most worthwhile. A well-done bathroom adds 4-5% to your property value and makes daily life noticeably better. But costs vary enormously depending on what you are changing and the quality of materials.
In 2026, the average UK bathroom renovation costs between £4,500 and £9,000 for a standard family bathroom. Budget refurbishments start from around £2,500. Premium renovations with luxury sanitaryware, underfloor heating and bespoke tiling regularly exceed £12,000.
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Materials breakdown
A basic bathroom suite (bath, basin, toilet) costs £300 to £600 from suppliers like Victorian Plumbing or Bathroom Mountain. Mid-range suites from brands like Roca or Ideal Standard run £600 to £1,500. Premium suites from Duravit or Villeroy and Boch start at £2,000.
Wall and floor tiles are the second biggest materials cost. Budget ceramic tiles cost £10 to £20 per square metre from Topps Tiles or Wickes. Mid-range porcelain runs £25 to £50 per square metre. Large format or designer tiles can exceed £100 per square metre.
Shower enclosures range from £150 for a basic sliding door to £1,000+ for frameless glass. A thermostatic shower valve costs £150 to £500 depending on brand.
Labour costs
Total labour for a standard bathroom renovation is typically £2,000 to £3,500. Moving the toilet adds £300 to £800 depending on how far the soil pipe needs to be rerouted.
What catches people out
The biggest surprise cost in bathroom renovations is what you find behind the tiles. Rotten floorboards, damaged joists, and failed waterproofing are common in older UK homes and can add £500 to £1,500 to fix properly. Always budget 10-15% contingency.
Ventilation is often overlooked. Building regulations require adequate ventilation in bathrooms, which usually means an extractor fan. Supply and fitting costs £100 to £250.
Heated towel rails are popular and relatively affordable at £100 to £300 supplied and fitted. Underfloor heating adds £400 to £800 for a typical bathroom.
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