Renovation
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Singapore?
The kitchen is usually the most expensive room in any home to renovate — and the one where costs most easily run away from you. This guide breaks down kitchen renovation costs in Singapore, where the money goes, and how to keep it under control.
Key takeaways
- Carpentry is usually the single biggest cost, followed by worktops and tiling.
- A refresh (door fronts, worktop, tiling) costs a fraction of a full renovation.
- Keeping the sink and hob in place avoids costly plumbing/electrical re‑routing.
- Keep a 10–15% contingency, especially in older flats.
Typical kitchen renovation costs
| Scope | Indicative range (SGD) |
|---|---|
| Kitchen refresh (new door fronts, worktop, backsplash — no hacking) | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| Full kitchen renovation (hacking, cabinetry, worktop, tiling, finishes) | $10,000 – $25,000+ |
Indicative ranges only — cost depends heavily on size, finishes and condition. Get a free quote for your kitchen.
Where the money goes
- Carpentry — cabinets and storage; the biggest line item.
- Worktops — laminate to quartz/sintered stone, a wide range.
- Tiling & hacking — removing old tiles adds hacking, disposal and re‑tiling.
- Plumbing & electrical — moving the sink or hob costs more.
- Appliances & finishing.
How to keep it on budget
Keep wet points where they are, choose finishes tier by tier rather than top‑spec everything, reuse sound cabinet carcasses with new door fronts where possible, and hold a contingency for surprises. Don’t cut the parts you can’t see — waterproofing, carpentry hardware — which cost the most to redo.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the most expensive part? Carpentry, usually — cabinets and built‑in storage.
Is a refresh much cheaper than a full renovation? Considerably — if the layout works and carcasses are sound.
How long does a kitchen renovation take? Typically a few weeks for a full renovation; a refresh is faster.
Can I renovate without moving out? Often, though you’ll be without a working kitchen for a period.
The bottom line
Kitchen cost is driven by carpentry, worktops and tiling. Decide between a refresh and a full renovation, keep wet points in place, specify everything in the quote, and hold a contingency.
Planning a kitchen? See our home renovation service and our renovation checklist. Book a free consultation.
