Kitchen & Bath Costs 

Typical costs, values and returns on investment for kitchen and bath remodelling projects.

Kitchen Update
In a functional but dated 200-square-foot kitchen with 30 linear feet of cabinetry and countertops, replace cabinets using same design / size with medium-grade oak cabinets. Replace oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave with new energy-efficient models. Replace laminate countertops. Install mid-level sink and faucet. Repaint trim and walls, and replace existing flooring with resilient flooring.

Kitchen Remodel Level 1
Update a dysfunctional 200-square-foot kitchen with design and installation of a functional layout of 35 linear feet of semi-custom maple cabinets, including a 3-by-5-foot island, solid surface countertops, and standard double-tub stainless-steel sink with standard single-lever faucet. Include removal of a 10’ partition wall to free up more space. Include energy-efficient wall oven, cooktop, ventilation system; built-in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal; and custom lighting. Replace flooring with high-end resilient flooring. Finish with painted walls, trim, and ceiling.

Kitchen Remodel Level 2
Update a dysfunctional 200-square-foot kitchen with 40 linear feet of cherry cabinets with built-in sliding shelves and other interior accessories. Include granite countertops with ceramic or glass tile backsplash; built-in refrigerator, cooktop, and 36-inch commercial grade range and vent hood; and built-in warming drawer, trash compactor, and combination microwave and convection oven. Install undermount sink with single arm faucet and built-in water filtration system. Add general and task lighting, including low-voltage under-cabinet lights. Include removal of 12’ load-bearing wall, adding header supported by 2 decorative fluted columns. Remove vinyl sheet flooring and install oak hardwood flooring to match other rooms.

Bathroom Update Level 1
Update an existing 5-by-8-foot bathroom that’s at least 25 years old. To retain original walls and trim, replace tub with a 54-by-29 tub w/ surround. Install new single-lever temperature and pressure-balanced shower control, standard white toilet, solid surface vanity counter with integral single sink, mirror w/ with light, and medium quality resilient flooring; Repaint ceiling walls and trim.

Bathroom Update Level 2
Update an existing 5-by-8-foot bathroom that’s at least 25 years old. Gut bathroom back to original studs. Replace all fixtures to include 30-by-60-inch fiberglass tub w/ ceramic tile surround, new single-lever temperature and pressure-balanced shower control, standard white toilet, pedestal sink, recessed medicine cabinet with light, and ceramic tile floor. Install chair rail molding w/ bead board on lower half. Finish with painted ceiling, walls, and trim.

Bathroom Remodel Level 1
Expand an existing 5-by-8-foot bathroom to 9 by 9 feet within existing house footprint. Add another window, bringing total glazing area to 30 square feet. Relocate and replace tub with custom 4-by-6-foot shower with single valve and 3 jetted sprays, ceramic tile surround, and glass door. Relocate and replace toilet. Add medium-range stone tops in maple vanity cabinet with undermount sinks and polished nickel faucets. Add linen/towel storage closet. Include ceramic tile floor, papered walls, and hardwood trim. Add general and spot lighting and a humidistat-controlled exhaust fan.

Bathroom Remodel Level 2
Expand an existing 5-by-8-foot bathroom to 10 by 12 feet within existing house footprint. Add another window, bringing total glazing area to 30 square feet. Relocate and replace tub with custom 4-by-6-foot dual shower with top-of-line fittings and full-body-wash shower wall, tile, glass block divider, glass door, and glass panel. Relocate and replace toilet. Add granite stone tops in custom cherry cabinet with twin designer undermount sinks and polished nickel faucets. Add step-in linen/towel storage closet. Include ceramic tile floor, chair and crown molding, and hardwood trim. Add general and spot lighting and a humidistat-controlled exhaust fan w/ heater.

*Source: RemodelingOnline