Kitchen Renovation: Complete Budget Guide

How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost in Spain?

The kitchen is the heart of every Spanish home, and it is also the room where renovation costs can escalate most quickly. In 2026, a kitchen renovation in Spain ranges from around 5,000 euros for a basic update to well over 30,000 euros for a complete transformation with premium finishes. The average Spanish household spends between 8,000 and 15,000 euros on a mid-range kitchen renovation.

Several factors drive the final cost: the kitchen's size, the quality of cabinetry, the countertop material, whether appliances are replaced, and the complexity of plumbing and electrical work. In cities like Madrid and Barcelona, labour rates are typically 20 per cent higher than the national average, while areas in Andalucia and Galicia offer more competitive pricing.

This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of every cost component, based on real quotes gathered from contractors across Spain in early 2026. Use these figures as a baseline to plan your own kitchen renovation project.

Cabinetry: The Largest Single Expense

Kitchen cabinets typically represent 30 to 40 per cent of the total renovation budget. In Spain, you have three main tiers to choose from. Flat-pack or modular kitchens from retailers like IKEA or Leroy Merlin start at 1,500 to 3,000 euros for a standard L-shaped kitchen. These offer good quality for the price and are ideal for rental properties or tight budgets.

Mid-range custom cabinetry from Spanish manufacturers such as Santos, Dica, or Xey costs between 4,000 and 10,000 euros. These brands offer a wide range of finishes, from melamine to lacquered wood, and include soft-close mechanisms, interior organisers, and integrated lighting as standard options.

Premium bespoke kitchens from high-end brands like Bulthaup, SieMatic, or Poggenpohl start at 15,000 euros and can exceed 40,000 euros for large installations. These kitchens feature exotic materials, precision engineering, and designer aesthetics that transform the kitchen into a showpiece.

Countertops, Appliances, and Other Major Costs

Countertop costs vary dramatically by material. Laminate countertops start at 40 to 80 euros per linear metre installed. Quartz composites, the most popular choice in Spain, range from 150 to 350 euros per linear metre for brands like Silestone (made in Almeria by Cosentino) or Caesarstone. Natural granite costs 120 to 250 euros per linear metre, while Dekton ultracompact surfaces range from 200 to 400 euros per linear metre.

A full set of kitchen appliances (oven, hob, extractor, dishwasher, fridge-freezer) from mid-range brands like Bosch, Balay, or Teka costs between 2,000 and 4,000 euros. Premium brands such as Miele, Gaggenau, or Sub-Zero push this figure to 6,000 to 15,000 euros. Many Spanish homeowners choose to keep existing appliances that are still in good condition, which can save 2,000 euros or more.

Plumbing and electrical work for a kitchen renovation typically costs between 1,000 and 3,000 euros. This includes relocating water supply and drainage points, updating electrical circuits to handle modern appliance loads, and installing new lighting. Spanish electrical regulations (REBT) require a minimum of two dedicated circuits for the kitchen, and most renovations need an updated boletin electrico.

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Related guides and reading

To turn this article into a renovation plan, start with How Much Does a Kitchen Renovation Cost? Prices and Budget and compare it with Prices and Budget for Kitchen Cabinetry and How Much Does It Cost to Replace Kitchen Plumbing Installation?. These internal guides help separate budget, permits, technical checks and optional upgrades before you speak with contractors.

For wider context, continue with Open-Concept Kitchen: Trends, Costs, and What to Know. Reading related articles together makes the Reformia journal work as a planning path rather than isolated posts.