Sample Kitchen Remodeling Budget (estimates only!!!)
(December 2008 pricing)
Low Cost (assume all new materials installed) Total = $16,975 - $30,100
1. Cabinetry: $7000 - $12000
Stock, stained cabinetry, std. woods, no glazes, no paints, no frills/accessories, minimal specialty interiors, no crown moldings or elaborate light rail molding
Example mfrs: Aristokraft, Midcontinent basic line, Diamond Advantage (Distinction on higher end)
Smaller space, approximately 12-15 cabinets
2. Appliances: $2500- $3500
Basic appliances, white/black or stainless finish, Whirlpool level
Freestanding range, Microhood, Dishwasher, Standard depth Refrigerator
3. Countertops: $2000 - $3000
Laminate countertops or ceramic/granite tile in a small space
4. Flooring: $0 - $1500
No changes, or minimal patching to existing floor, or new vinyl flooring
5. Window/Door changes: $0
No changes to existing windows or doors
6. Lighting Fixtures: $500-$700
4-6 recessed cans and 4 mini-fluorescent undercabinet lights
7. Plumbing Fixtures: $400 - $800
(1) Self-rimming stainless steel sink and basic faucet (higher end may buy small undermount sink and basic faucet)
8. Backsplash: $0
Paint area above standard laminate backsplash
9. Cabinetry Hardware: $75 - $100
Basic instock knobs
10. Labor: $4000 - $7000
Demolish and dispose of existing cabinetry; no soffit demolition; minimal electric changes; install minimal new lighting; minimal drywall work; no plumbing or HVAC work; install new cabinetry (no crown molding); hook up new appliances; work done within existing footprint
11. Painting/Extras/Accessories: $500 - $1500
Paint area; minimal new accessories
Sample Kitchen Remodeling Budget (estimates only!!)
Moderate Cost Total = $45,200 - $79,400
1. Cabinetry: $16000 - $28000
Semi-custom cabinetry, maple, rustic alder, cherry woods, glazed or painted finishes, some specialty interiors and accessories, some optional modifications, crown moldings and light rail moldings
Example mfrs: Diamond Distinction, Decora, Brookhaven
Medium sized space, approximately 18 - 25 cabinets
2. Appliances: $7000 - $10000
Stainless Steel upgraded appliances (Kitchen Aid, JennAir or GE equivalent)
Slide in range or cooktop/double ovens
Built in or separate Microwave
Upgraded Ventilation Hood
Upgraded Dishwasher
Counter depth Refrigerator
Optional specialty appliance such as icemaker, beverage/wine refrigerator
3. Countertops: $5000 - $8000
Granite, Silestone (or other manmade quartz) in a moderately sized area
4. Flooring: $3000 - $4000+
New tile or hardwood floor in kitchen area (more if extended to other areas)
5. Window/Door changes: $0
No changes to existing windows or doors
6. Lighting Fixtures: $1000 - $1500
8 -10 recessed cans; 6 -8 mini-fluorescent or mini-xenon undercabinet lights; 2-4 hanging pendants or fixtures
7. Plumbing Fixtures: $1000 - $2000
Undermount main sink (stainless or composite) and good quality faucet with integral spray; optional prep sink and faucet; optional soap/lotion dispenser; new disposal
8. Backsplash: $1000 - $1500
Ceramic tile backsplash installed
9. Cabinetry Hardware: $200 - $400
37 - 50 in stock or special order knobs/handles
11. Labor: $10000 - $20000
Demolish and dispose of existing cabinetry; soffit demolition; some new drywall work; moderate new electric work; install new lighting; some plumbing or HVAC work, including new ventilation hood ducting; install new cabinetry including hardware, crown molding and light rail; hook up new appliances; work done within existing footprint
11. Painting/Extras/Accessories: $1000 - $4000
Paint entire area; optional new barstools; optional new window treatments
Sample Kitchen Remodeling Budget (estimates only!!)
High Cost Total = $90,600 - $202,500+
1. Cabinetry: $35000 - $70000+
Semi-custom or full custom cabinetry, maple, cherry or exotic woods, glazed, painted or specialty distressed/furniture quality finishes, many specialty interiors and accessories, custom modifications, cabinet panels for appliances, elaborate crown moldings and light rail moldings
Example mfrs: Woodmode, Bertch
Large space, annexed rooms or additions; approximately 25 - 30+ cabinets
2. Appliances: $15000 - $25000+
Stainless Steel or specialty material high end appliances (Wolf, Viking, Thermador, Dacor or equivalent)
Professional style range or professional cooktop/double ovens
Built in or separate Microwave
Upgraded Ventilation Hood or insert in Custom Hood
Upgraded Dishwasher or Dishwasher Drawers (often multiple)
Built in Refrigerator/s
Optional specialty appliances such as icemaker, beverage/wine refrigerators
3. Countertops: $8000 - $15000+
Granite, Stainless steel, concrete, Silestone (or other manmade quartz), Maple butcher block, other specialty materials in a large sized area
4. Flooring: $3000 - $7000+
New tile or hardwood floor in kitchen area (more if extended to other areas)
5. Window/Door changes: $1000 - $5000+
New window/s, French door/s or skylights
6. Lighting Fixtures: $2000 - $4000+
12-15 recessed cans; 8-12 mini-xenon or specialty undercabinet lights; 3-5 hanging pendants or fixtures
7. Plumbing Fixtures: $3000 - $5000+
Undermount main sink (stainless, composite or porcelain) or specialty apron front farm sink (cast iron/stainless/copper); high quality faucet with integral spray; secondary prep sink and faucet; soap/lotion dispenser; new disposal, optional instant-hot faucet
8. Backsplash: $2000 - $5000+
Travertine/natural stone tile backsplash, or full height granite backsplash, installed
9. Cabinetry Hardware: $600 - $1500
50 - 70 special order knobs/handles, including paneled appliance handles
12. Labor: $18000 - $60000+
Demolish and dispose of existing cabinetry; soffit demolition; extensive new electric work; install new lighting; plumbing and/or HVAC work, including new ventilation hood ducting; install new cabinetry including hardware, apron front sink and elaborate crown moldings and light rail; hook up new appliances, custom built-ins, banquettes or vent hoods; annex adjacent rooms or construct addition
11. Painting/Extras/Accessories: $3000 - $5000+
Paint entire area; new barstools; new window treatments; new furniture and accessories