This blog – where we will be discussing an average new bathroom cost – is the second instalment in our series of blogs on ‘How Much Would a New Bathroom Cost’. In our last blog, we took a look at budget bathrooms, identifying what bathroom you can buy with a budget of £5,000-£7,000. In this blog, we’re going up one price point to tell you what bathroom you can build for £8,000-£10,000.
If you’ve got a decent budget to work with, one that isn’t too small but also not too high, you would probably like to know what you can expect to receive in return for your investment. As a local bathroom specialist, The Bathroom Place team have identified the main features of bathrooms at this price point.
In our previous blog, we identified that for a budget of £5,000-£7,000, your new bathroom could include wall panelling, vinyl flooring, and a like-for-like replacement. With a slightly larger investment, there’s even more that can be achieved with a full bathroom installation. Keep reading to find out exactly what.
What to Expect for an Average New Bathroom Cost
Spending this amount of money on a bathroom renovation project is a big commitment. However, understanding what can be realistically achieved at this price point can help you make an informed decision on whether or not to go ahead with your project.
A bathroom renovation of £8,000-£10,000 will likely include:
Adding a walk-in shower with/or a fitted bath: The possibility of adding a walk-in shower to your bathroom. This shower could either be installed on its own or over a fitted bathtub or you could have just a bathtub installed instead.
Modular Units: Units for the bathroom that can be fitted as freestanding or wall-hung. These can come with drawers or doors.
Full tiling: Completely revitalise a bathroom by fully tiling the walls and/or floors.
So with the above in mind, you can definitely transform your current bathroom, turning it from a dated space into something incredible. Before we carry on to expand on the features that can be expected for an bathroom at this price, we want to show you a real-life example.
Norfolk Bathroom Fitting Project
Project Cost: £8,872
Work Involved: Walk-in shower and bath combo installation, modular units, full tiling
The main change this bathroom saw was with the shower and bath area. Where once was a tired shower area installed above the bath has since been updated with a high-quality walk-in shower installation. Plus, the bathtub was swapped out with a more appropriate bath that works incredibly well with the new shower.
Opposite the shower and bath, we fitted some stunning new modular units that offer a generous amount of worktop space, as well as an ideal storage solution. The full tiling of this bathroom created a contemporary feel that was not present before.
Whether you want to update your bathroom with a shower renovation or would like to fit an entirely new space, our team can help. Get in touch with our Norfolk bathroom fitting company today.
Walk-In Shower Installation
Nowadays, more and more people are installing walk-in showers in their new bathrooms. Why is that? Well, walk-in showers are convenient, they look great, and they’re simple to maintain. Those are just a few reasons.
Walk-in showers can also be considered as a happy medium between not wanting to feel boxed in by a shower enclosure, and they’re also cheaper and easier to install than a wet room. However, if you’re considering a walk-in shower installation, this is still going to cost you, taking your project into the £8,000-£10,000 range.
Walk-In Shower or Bath: Which is Best?
As mentioned above, at this price point, you have a few options to choose from when it comes to installing the main feature of the bathroom. Deciding whether to install a shower or bath can be tricky, especially if you like bathing and showering an equal amount.
What are some reasons to install a walk-in shower instead of a bath?
- They can make better use of space in a small bathroom
- Walk-in showers are generally more accessible than baths
- Will likely cost you less on water bills
- A well-designed and expertly fitted walk-in shower is a stylish and modern feature
- Easier to clean
What are some reasons to install a bath instead of a walk-in shower?
- It’s usually easier to bathe children in the bathtub than a shower
- Bathtubs can provide more comfortable bathing
- Baths are perfect for relaxing your muscles after a long day
- An elegant bathtub can make a bathroom look more appealing, as seen in spa bathrooms
Deciding between a walk-in shower or bath really comes down to your personal preference. Try searching for different shower and bathtub bathroom refit ideas to help you decide.
Walk-In Shower and Bath Combo
Why decide between a walk-in shower or bath when you can have both? Many bathrooms have opted for the walk-in shower and bath combo, and there’s good reason why. The main reason to do so this is that you get the best of both worlds. Most bathrooms are typically not large enough to fit both a separate shower and bath, so combining them is the obvious solution.
At this average new bathroom cost, the option is there to install a walk-in shower and bath combo. Just be sure to use a reliable bathroom fitter in Norfolk to install this for you.
Bathroom Modular Units
When someone considers a bathroom renovation within the £8,000-£10,000 price range, bathroom modular units are a popular and practical choice. But what are they, and why are they so common for bathrooms at this price point?
Bathroom modular units are pre-fabricated components that are comprised of essential bathroom elements, such as a vanity unit, basin, additional storage, and sometimes a mirror. These units are designed to be installed as a complete set featuring the elements listed above in one cohesive unit.
These bathroom modular units are cost-effective, usually being more affordable than custom-built units. This helps to keep an average new bathroom cost within a reasonable budget. Bathroom modular units are also relatively quick to install, offer design flexibility, and provide an all-in-one solution, which also keeps costs within the realm of £8,000-£10,000.
Add a Bathroom Sink Unit With Drawers to Your New Bathroom
One great type of bathroom modular unit is one that features a bathroom sink unit with drawers. These units offer both style and practicality, providing plenty of storage space for toiletries and other bathroom essentials within a tidy unit. By incorporating a bathroom sink unit with drawers into your bathroom design, you can significantly enhance the functionality of your bathroom while maintaining a sleek and modern aesthetic.
The Calia 2 Drawer Wall Unit – one of our most popular new bathroom products – is a great example of this type of modular unit.
Consider Wall-Hung Bathroom Units
If what you’re after is a contemporary bathroom style that saves on space within the £8,000-£10,000 average new bathroom cost, wall-hung bathroom units are an excellent choice. With this type of modular unit, you can add sleek features to your bathroom while maximising floor space.
By suspending bathroom fixtures from the wall, these wall-hung units create the illusion of a larger bathroom. Also, with wall-hung bathroom units, it’s easy to clean the floor underneath, which only adds to the appeal. Many of our Supply Only customers choose these types of bathroom modular units for their new bathroom.
Fully Tiled Bathroom
For someone seeking a truly timeless bathroom within the £8,000-£10,000 average new bathroom cost, we recommend a fully tiled bathroom. With this option, all the walls and/or floor will be tiled, creating a cohesive design that is also more water-resistant.
We often see full tiling used in the bathrooms we supply and fit, and there are several reasons why fully tiled bathrooms are so popular. One of the main advantages is that tiles are highly durable and can withstand high levels of humidity. Plus, the wide range of tile sizes, colours, and patterns available means that fully tiled bathrooms can provide endless design possibilities.
Fully Tiled Bathroom vs Half Tiled: Weighing Your Options
Of course, if you choose to tile your bathroom, you don’t have to go down the route of full tiling. For bathroom projects within the average new bathroom cost range of £8,000-£10,000, a common decision faced is a fully tiled bathroom vs half tiled.
- Fully Tiled Bathrooms: As previously mentioned, fully tiled bathrooms create a luxurious bathroom style with a consistent style. Fully tiled bathrooms are ideal for reducing water damage and make for easy maintenance. However, with this option, the average new bathroom cost will be towards the higher end compared to a half tiled bathroom. Also, some feel that fully tiled bathrooms are too visually overwhelming, especially in smaller spaces.
- Half Tiled Bathrooms: So when it comes to a fully tiled bathroom vs half tiled, what can be said about the latter? By half tiling the bathroom, only the lower half of your walls will be tiled, which still achieves a modern and coherent style while also saving on costs associated with full tiling. Also, with the upper half not being tiled, you have creative freedom to do whatever you like with this section. Just keep in mind that the areas between tiles and wall paint can be prone to moisture build up.
How Much Does it Cost to Fit a New Bathroom With The Bathroom Place?
Here at The Bathroom Place, the average new bathroom cost is close to this price point at around £8,000-£12,000. This is based on a new bathroom that uses mid-range bathroom products – the likes of which you can find in our online brochure, featuring brands such as MyLife.
If you would like to discuss having a new bathroom fitted by our bathroom fitters in Norfolk, reach out to our team today. Who will be able to find you a solution that works with your price range.
