The kitchen is the most used room in a home and the most asked about when it comes to renovation. The answer to “how much does a kitchen refit cost?” depends on a chain of decisions — from the unit material to the worktop stone, from the scope of the services to the appliance selection. This guide opens up each item.
The 7 items behind the cost
- Unit material: melamine chipboard is standard for carcasses; for doors there are clear price steps between foil, lacquer and wood veneer. The door choice is the main driver of the unit budget.
- Worktop: laminate is the most economical; quartz and granite mid-to-upper; natural marble and specialist surfaces premium. Worktops are priced by linear metre, and L-shaped or island layouts increase that length. For comparison see our kitchen renovation guide.
- Layout changes: if the sink or hob moves, the plumbing, waste line and gas line move with them — adding labour and an authorised gas procedure.
- Electrical infrastructure: dedicated circuits for built-in appliances, worktop sockets and lighting; in older buildings rewiring may be required.
- Built-in appliances: oven, hob, extractor and dishwasher span a wide range of brands and models; the set is a significant slice of the budget.
- Walls and floor: splashback panel or tiling, wall paint and flooring (tile or parquet) are added according to scope.
- Hardware and mechanisms: soft-close hinges, full-extension runners, corner mechanisms and drawer organisers — small-looking items whose total matters.
Three scenarios by scope
| Scenario | Scope | Cost level |
|---|---|---|
| Surface refresh | Door replacement, worktop, tap | Low |
| Standard renewal | Complete units plus worktop; layout unchanged | Medium |
| Full transformation | Layout change plus services plus floor and walls | High |
Hidden items that inflate a budget
- Damp and plaster repair revealed after the strip-out
- Relocating the gas line (authorised contractor procedure)
- Changing the extractor duct route
- A second visit because the worktop is measured after installation
- Removing the old kitchen and hauling away the debris
Where to save, and where not to
You can save on: one segment down on doors, a plain profile handle instead of a decorative one, mid-range built-in appliances. You should not save on: hinge and runner quality (they determine the kitchen’s lifespan), worktop installation labour and correct planning of the service points. Carcasses are invisible — but the mechanisms work every day.
How to get a proper quote
A price given before the unit plan is drawn and appliance models chosen is guesswork. A sound quote is written item by item alongside an on-site measurement, an approved drawing and a material list. For comparison criteria see choosing a renovation company.
Demgirişim designs made-to-measure kitchens together with the services plan; consultation and written quote are free within Istanbul.
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest item in a kitchen renovation?
Usually the units and the worktop. Together they make up close to half the budget; the material segment (chipboard, lacquer, veneer; laminate, quartz) largely sets the total.
Can a kitchen be renewed without changing the layout?
Yes — and it is the most economical scenario. When the sink, hob and fridge positions stay, the services are largely reused and the work is limited to units, worktop and surfaces.
When is the exact kitchen price fixed?
After on-site measurement and consultation. Figures given before the unit plan is drawn and materials and appliances chosen are estimates at best; the written quote follows the measurement.
The initial consultation and written quote for Custom Furniture are free within Istanbul. Scope, duration and cost are confirmed after the consultation.