It’s official, kitchens are the most renovated rooms in Australian homes – according to the 2019 Houzz & Home Renovations Trends Study, with more than a quarter of us remodelling the heart of the home last year.
Kitchens are also the most expensive room to renovate, with most people spending in the region of $20,000 to makeover a medium to larger kitchen. You can spend as little as $5,000, but this will only buy you a superficial, cosmetic makeover, or if you have the budget splurge $45,000 or more on a custom kitchen with all the bells and whistles.
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Let’s start by taking an in depth look at what costs you can expect to outlay, and what you get for your money.
What’s the average cost to renovate a kitchen?
Here’s our handy kitchen renovation costs breakdown to get an idea of what budget tier your project is likely to be in.
What’s the cost of a budget or small kitchen renovation?
A budget or small kitchen renovation costs anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000. For an entry level budget you can expect to renovate a small kitchen by resurfacing cabinetry or replacing your existing cabinetry with a flat pack laminate finish, a tile splashback and a laminate benchtop.
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Need help? Hire a handyman or individual tradespeople to help you get it all done.
What’s the cost of a standard kitchen renovation?
A standard kitchen renovation costs anywhere from $15,000 to $40,000, with the median overall spend currently sitting at $20,000.
For this budget range you can expect to choose engineered stone benchtops, polyurethane cabinetry and a glass splashback. Mid-range flooring options include hardwood timber or large format tiles, as well as appliances from some big brands with more features and a choice of finishes.
“Mid-range flooring options include hardwood timber or large format tiles, as well as appliances from some big brands…”
You should be able to hire a dedicated kitchen builder, though you will need to keep a close eye on your budget.
What’s the cost of a premium or luxury kitchen renovation?
A premium or luxury kitchen renovation can cost in excess of $45,000+. If budget is not a limiting factor or you want the very best, then you can expect to choose premium engineered stone or natural stone benchtops, polyurethane fronted cabinets and a glass or premium tile splashback.
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You also get to select premium appliances with all the bells and whistles, including ovens with a multitude of cooking programs, internet connected fridge/freezers and natural hardwood floor or premium tiles.
You will also be able to hire a dedicated kitchen builder capable of building you a custom kitchen as per your preferences.
Kitchen styles, fittings and fixtures – how do they influence the cost of a kitchen renovation?
As you can see, the type and style of fittings, fixtures and materials you choose for your kitchen makeover can have a major impact on your overall budget.
The most obvious example are your kitchen appliances. Using our three tier system:
- An oven could cost anywhere from $380 (budget), $700 (standard) and $2000+ (premium).
- A dishwasher could cost anywhere from $400 (budget), $800 (standard) and $1400 (premium)
- A kitchen sink could cost anywhere from $200 (budget), $800 (standard) and $1400 (premium).
Another area where there is a wide range in price is in kitchen benchtop materials, with laminate the budget option, engineered stone the mid-range and natural stone or premium engineered stone at the top end.
Use a spreadsheet or estimating software to help you get a handle on all your costs. From here you can get an idea of your overall budget, and where you may need to compromise or where you can splurge!
You also need a team of people to help you make it all happen.
Source: https://gardencourte.com
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