How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Luxembourg in 2026?
By Yacine Sahnoune, founder of renov.lu
In Luxembourg, a new fitted kitchen costs, excluding VAT, €10,000 to €30,000 as a like-for-like replacement and €30,000 to €50,000 with a new layout (a 10 to 14 m² kitchen, renov.lu survey, September 2026). A makeover of fronts and worktop starts at €3,000. Units and appliances stay at 17% VAT: only work on the building itself drops to 3%.
- Makeover (fronts, worktop, splashback): €3,000 to €10,000
- Like-for-like replacement: €10,000 to €30,000 depending on the range
- Full renovation with a new layout: €30,000 to €50,000, up to €70,000 and more for bespoke
- Per m²: €1,000 to €1,500 (budget), €1,500 to €2,500 (standard), €2,500 to €3,500 (high-end)
- Full set of appliances: €2,000 to €12,000, up to €25,000 for premium brands
- VAT: 17% on units, worktop and appliances; 3% on plumbing, electrics, tiling and painting in a main residence at least 10 years old
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Kitchen renovation cost by type of project
The budget depends first on what you keep: the carcasses, the layout, the water and power supplies. Three types of project cover most jobs in Luxembourg, for a 10 to 14 m² kitchen, fitting and appliances included, excluding VAT.
| Type of project | Budget | What changes | Duration on site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makeover | €3,000 – 10,000 | Fronts, worktop, splashback, sometimes an appliance; carcasses, plumbing and electrics kept | 2 to 7 days |
| Like-for-like replacement | €10,000 – 30,000 | New units, worktop, sink, appliances and coverings, in the same layout | 1 to 3 weeks |
| Full renovation | €30,000 – 50,000 and more | New layout: supplies moved, rewiring, wall opened up, island, bespoke units | 4 to 8 weeks, plus 6 to 12 weeks of manufacturing |
A makeover makes sense when the carcasses are under 15 years old and you like the layout. Beyond 20 years, or if the layout does not work, a full replacement pays off better than a series of repairs.
Kitchen cost per m² by range
Per m² of room, a new fitted kitchen costs €1,000 to €3,500 excluding VAT, appliances and coverings included. With the average Luxembourg kitchen measuring 12 to 14 m², a standard project comes to around €18,000 to €30,000.
| Range | Cost per m² | 10 m² kitchen | 12 m² kitchen | 15 m² kitchen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | €1,000 – 1,500 | €10,000 – 15,000 | €12,000 – 18,000 | €15,000 – 22,500 |
| Standard | €1,500 – 2,500 | €15,000 – 25,000 | €18,000 – 30,000 | €22,500 – 37,500 |
| High-end | €2,500 – 3,500 | €25,000 – 35,000 | €30,000 – 42,000 | €37,500 – 52,500 |
| Premium bespoke | €3,500 and more | €35,000 and more | €42,000 and more | €52,500 and more |
Renov.lu survey of kitchen specialists and businesses established in Luxembourg, September 2026, excluding VAT. Only a quote issued after measuring up binds the business.
Breakdown of a kitchen renovation by item
On a standard 12 m² kitchen of about €20,000, units and worktop make up almost half the budget, appliances a quarter, fitting and technical works the rest.
| Item | Share of budget | Range (excl. VAT) | Content |
|---|---|---|---|
| Units | 30 – 40% | €4,000 – 15,000 | Carcasses, fronts, hinges, handles |
| Worktop | 10 – 20% | €800 – 6,000 | Laminate, quartz, granite, ceramic, wood; cut-outs included |
| Appliances | 20 – 30% | €2,000 – 12,000 | Oven, hob, hood, fridge, dishwasher |
| Fitting and assembly | 15 – 20% | €3,000 – 6,000 | Delivery, assembly, adjustments, finishing |
| Plumbing and electrics | 8 – 15% | €1,500 – 4,000 | Water supply, waste, dedicated circuits, sockets |
| Coverings | 8 – 12% | €1,500 – 3,500 | Floor tiles, wall tiles, painting |
| Removal and disposal | 3 – 5% | €500 – 1,500 | Dismantling the old kitchen, waste |
Four extra costs come up often: moving the sink or electrical supplies (€2,000 to €5,000), bringing the electrics up to standard (€500 to €2,000), repairing damp walls behind the old units (€300 to €1,500) and levelling the floor (€300 to €800). Keep a 10 to 15% reserve.
Prices of worktops, fronts and appliances
The worktop and fronts account for most of the gap between two kitchens of the same size. Prices supplied and fitted, excluding VAT.
| Worktop | Fitted price per m² | Strengths and limits |
|---|---|---|
| HPL laminate | €80 – 200 | Affordable, limited heat resistance |
| Solid wood | €250 – 600 | Warm look, needs regular oiling |
| Granite | €300 – 650 | Very heat-resistant |
| Ceramic (porcelain slab) | €300 – 600 | Resists heat and scratches |
| Stainless steel | €300 – 650 | Hygienic, scratches |
| Engineered quartz | €350 – 700 | Even colour, easy to clean |
Fronts: €50 to €120 per door in melamine, €80 to €200 in lacquered MDF, €150 to €400 in solid wood, €200 to €450 in anti-fingerprint laminate. Replacing the twelve fronts of a kitchen therefore costs €600 to €5,400. Full set of appliances (oven, hob, hood, fridge, dishwasher): €2,000 to €4,000 entry-level, €4,000 to €7,000 mid-range, €7,000 to €12,000 high-end, €12,000 to €25,000 and more for premium brands.
Open-plan kitchen and island: the specific costs
Opening the kitchen onto the living room and adding an island adds €5,000 to €20,000 to the project, depending on the wall to be removed and the island’s connections.
| Works | Range (excl. VAT) | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Opening a non-load-bearing partition | €2,000 – 4,000 | Demolition, plastering, floor repair |
| Opening a load-bearing wall | €3,500 – 8,000 | Plus a structural study (€800 to €2,500); a municipal permit is often required |
| Simple island, no connections | €1,500 – 5,000 | Unit and worktop |
| Island with hob, sink and sockets | €5,000 – 15,000 | Plus €1,500 to €3,000 for services run through floor or ceiling |
| Ceiling hood above the island | €800 – 3,000 | Ducted outside or recirculating |
An island needs a room at least 3.5 m wide, with 90 cm of clearance on each side. Wall-opening prices are detailed on our pages on masonry costs and structural engineer costs.
VAT on a kitchen: 17% or 3%, item by item
A fitted kitchen counts as furniture: its units, worktop, appliances and their assembly are invoiced at 17%, even in a renovation that qualifies for the 3% rate. Only work on the building itself drops to 3%, in a main residence at least 10 years old and with AED approval.
| Item | VAT |
|---|---|
| Units, fronts, worktop and their assembly | 17% |
| Appliances, hood included | 17% |
| Sink and taps supplied with the kitchen | 17% (have it confirmed by the AED if fitted by the plumber) |
| Concealed plumbing and electrics, dedicated circuits | 3% |
| Floor tiles, wall tiles, painting | 3% |
| Opening a partition, plastering | 3% |
| Interior designer fees | 17% |
As a result, on a typical kitchen, 3% VAT saves a few hundred euros, not several thousand. Ask for a quote that separates the two rates; conditions and the approval form are on our page on 3% VAT on renovation.
Three priced projects in Luxembourg
14 m² family kitchen replaced like for like, 1998 house in Strassen:
| Item | Excl. VAT | VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Made-to-measure units (carcasses and wooden fronts) | €9,500 | 17% |
| Granite worktop (3.2 m²) | €2,400 | 17% |
| Sink and taps | €850 | 17% |
| Mid-range appliances | €4,800 | 17% |
| Kitchen assembly | €3,200 | 17% |
| Removal and disposal | €700 | 17% |
| Floor tiles and tiled splashback | €2,200 | 3% |
| Plumbing | €1,100 | 3% |
| Electrics (2 dedicated sockets, hood circuit) | €900 | 3% |
| Total | €25,650 | €3,772.50 of VAT, i.e. €29,422.50 including VAT |
With everything at 17%, VAT would have been €4,360.50: 3% VAT on the €4,200 of building work saves €588.
Makeover of an 8 m² kitchen, 2012 flat in Kirchberg: lacquered MDF fronts (€1,800), quartz worktop with integrated sink (€2,200), tiled splashback (€650), fitting (€2,100) and sink connection (€450), i.e. €7,200 excluding VAT, about €8,270 including VAT.
18 m² open-plan kitchen with island, 2005 flat in Luxembourg City: opening a non-load-bearing partition (€2,800), made-to-measure units (€16,000), island with built-in hob (€6,500), quartz worktop (€3,600), ceiling hood (€2,200), large-format tiles (€3,800), plumbing and electrics (€3,200), assembly (€5,500) and high-end appliances (€12,000), i.e. €55,600 excluding VAT and €63,680 including VAT.
Cutting the bill without cutting quality
Keep the layout: save €2,000 to €5,000
Not moving the sink or the electrical supplies is the most powerful lever; spend the budget on what is visible and gets worn.
Keep the carcasses: save €3,000 to €8,000
Carcasses under 15 years old from a reputable brand can take new fronts, a new worktop and new appliances.
Choose the worktop wisely: save €800 to €1,500
Over 3 linear metres, high-pressure laminate instead of quartz. Do not skimp, however, on sturdy carcasses or water connections.
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Frequently asked questions about kitchen costs in Luxembourg
How much does a new fitted 12 m² kitchen cost?
Excluding VAT, allow €10,000 to €30,000 for a like-for-like replacement and €30,000 to €50,000 with a new layout (renov.lu survey, September 2026); a standard 12 m² project comes to around €18,000 to €30,000, i.e. €1,500 to €2,500/m². Units, worktop and appliances are invoiced at 17% VAT; only the work on the building itself (plumbing, electrics, tiling, painting) drops to 3% in a main residence at least 10 years old.
Can a kitchen be renovated for less than €10,000?
Yes, with a makeover: new fronts, worktop and splashback on the existing carcasses, without touching plumbing or electrics, for €3,000 to €10,000 excluding VAT. A completely new entry-level kitchen starts at around €10,000 for 10 m².
Does 3% VAT apply to a fitted kitchen?
Not to the kitchen itself: units, worktop, appliances and assembly count as furniture and are invoiced at 17%. Yes for building work carried out at the same time (concealed plumbing and electrics, tiling, painting), in a main residence at least 10 years old and with AED approval.
How much does a kitchen island cost?
From €1,500 to €5,000 excluding VAT for a simple island with no connections, €5,000 to €15,000 for an island with hob, sink and sockets, plus €1,500 to €3,000 for services run through the floor and €800 to €3,000 for a ceiling hood. The room needs to be at least 3.5 m wide.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Two to seven days for a makeover, one to three weeks for a like-for-like replacement, four to eight weeks for a full renovation with a new layout. Add 6 to 12 weeks of manufacturing for a made-to-measure kitchen, to be ordered as soon as the contract is signed.
Do I need a permit to open the kitchen onto the living room?
For a non-load-bearing partition, generally not. For a load-bearing wall, a structural study is essential and your municipality may require a declaration or a building permit. In a co-ownership, touching the structure also requires a vote of the general meeting.
What budget should I allow for appliances alone?
For an oven, hob, hood, fridge and dishwasher: €2,000 to €4,000 entry-level, €4,000 to €7,000 mid-range, €7,000 to €12,000 high-end and €12,000 to €25,000 or more for premium brands, invoiced at 17% VAT.
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