Renovation Guides & Cost Advice
Practical UK planning guidance to help you understand likely costs, compare project options and prepare better questions for local trades.
Plan with clearer numbers
Written by Peter and John for UK homeowners.
-
Cost to Renovate a 3-Bedroom House in the UK (2026)
A practical UK guide to renovating a three-bedroom house, with light, full and structural budget ranges, room-by-room costs, regional differences, VAT and contingency.
-
Flooring Cost UK 2026: Supply and Fitting Prices per m²
Compare UK flooring costs per m² for carpet, laminate, vinyl, LVT and wood, with fitting, preparation, VAT and clear worked examples.
-
How Much Does It Cost to Renovate or Refurbish a House in the UK? (2026)
How much does it cost to renovate or refurbish a house in the UK? The honest answer depends less on the number of bedrooms than on the condition of the building and the work…
-
How Much Flooring Do I Need? UK Room Calculator & Wastage Guide (2026)
Work out how much flooring you need in m², choose a sensible wastage allowance and calculate whole packs for laminate, vinyl and wood flooring.
-
Small Ensuite Retiling Cost UK: 2026 Price Guide
Retiling a small ensuite in the UK typically needs a planning budget of about £900–£2,200 for a limited floor-and-shower-area job, or roughly £2,100–£4,100 for full-height walls and floor. The area is small, but removal,…
-
Kitchen Renovation Cost UK: 2026 Price Guide
A complete UK kitchen renovation can cost anywhere from roughly £7,400 for a fairly standard fit to £30,000 or more once cabinets, worktop, appliances and any structural work are added up. The most useful…
Start with a free renovation estimate
Turn your first idea into a clearer project range, with visible assumptions and cost categories.