Fit the Inside — Kitchens, Bathrooms, Joinery and Finishes Budget €70k–€150k of the Total
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Second-fix. Kitchens €8k–€30k, bathrooms €3k–€12k each, flooring €30–€110/m², painting €8–€18/m².
When this matters most
You're at second-fix — house is weathertight, services run, plasterboard up.
When this doesn't apply
You're still at first fix, or you've already moved in.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen cost in Ireland?
Mid-range: €12,000–€18,000 installed. Premium: €18,000–€30,000. Bespoke: €25,000–€50,000+. Quoted prices vary wildly by supplier.
How much does tiling cost?
Wall tiles €15–€60/m² for material; labour adds €30–€50/m². Floor €20–€80/m² material, plus labour.
When should I order the kitchen?
12–16 weeks before install. Lead times on stone and premium cabinets can be 8–14 weeks.
Is underfloor heating good under tile?
Yes. Tile is the most thermally conductive finish. Vinyl and engineered wood are also fine. Solid timber is borderline.
Sources
SCSI, Construction Cost Guide 2026. https://www.scsi.ie/
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen cost in Ireland?
Mid-range: €12,000–€18,000 installed. Premium: €18,000–€30,000. Bespoke: €25,000–€50,000+. Quoted prices vary wildly by supplier.
How much does tiling cost?
Wall tiles €15–€60/m² for material; labour adds €30–€50/m². Floor €20–€80/m² material, plus labour.
When should I order the kitchen?
12–16 weeks before install. Lead times on stone and premium cabinets can be 8–14 weeks.
Is underfloor heating good under tile?
Yes. Tile is the most thermally conductive finish. Vinyl and engineered wood are also fine. Solid timber is borderline.
When this matters most
You're at second-fix — house is weathertight, services run, plasterboard up.
When this doesn't apply
You're still at first fix, or you've already moved in.
Briefs in this stage
14 in-depth answers for this stage of the build. Pick the one that matches your question.
Accessible Bathroom in Ireland — Part M, Wet Room, and the Ageing-in-Place Standard
Accessible bathroom: €12,000–€25,000. Part M (Access for People with Disabilities) sets the standard for new builds.
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Bathroom Cost in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range, Premium, and Wet Room
Mid-range bathroom: €3,000–€8,000. Premium: €8,000–€20,000. Wet room: €8,000–€15,000 for the tanking alone.
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Build Cost per m² in Ireland 2026 — The Live Numbers from SCSI Q1 2026
SCSI Q1 2026: €2,500–€3,800/m² build. A 180 m² house = €450k–€684k. A-rated fabric-first: €2,800–€3,800. Standard: €2,500–€3,200.
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Flooring in Ireland 2026 — Timber, Tile, Vinyl, and the Underfloor Heating Pairing
Engineered timber: €50–€120/m². Solid timber: €80–€200. Tile: €30–€80. Vinyl: €20–€60. UFH pairs with tile best.
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Interior Painting in Ireland 2026 — Cost per m², What's Included, and DIY Trade-Offs
Interior painting: €8–€18/m². Whole house (150 m²): €3,000–€7,000. Most self-builders DIY most rooms and hire a pro for the kitchen.
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Joinery in Ireland 2026 — Built-in Wardrobes, Alcove Units, and the Cost vs Off-the-Shelf
Built-in wardrobes: €1,500–€4,000 per wall. Alcove units: €800–€2,500. Off-the-shelf: €500–€1,500 per wardrobe. Bespoke is more.
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Kitchen Appliances in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range vs Premium, Induction vs Gas
Mid-range set: €3,000–€8,000. Premium: €8,000–€20,000. Induction is the default for new builds; gas for serious cooks.
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Kitchen Cost in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range, Premium, and Bespoke Compared
Mid-range kitchen: €12,000–€18,000 installed. Premium: €18,000–€30,000. Bespoke: €25,000–€50,000+.
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Kitchen Layout in Ireland — Work Triangle, Zones, and the Open-Plan Question
Work triangle: sink to hob to fridge. Total perimeter 4–7 m. Open-plan is the default for new Irish self-builds.
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Kitchen Lead Time in Ireland — When to Order, How Long It Takes, and the Snag List Trap
Order the kitchen 12–16 weeks before install. Lead time on stone and premium cabinets: 8–14 weeks. Don't be the snag-list casualty.
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Kitchen Worktop in Ireland — Laminate, Quartz, Granite, and the Cost Trade-Off
Laminate €50–€150/m². Quartz €300–€500. Granite €300–€600. Marble €400–€800. Worktop is the most expensive item in the kitchen.
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Stairs in Ireland 2026 — Timber, Steel, Glass, and the Building Regs for Rise and Going
Stairs: timber €1,500–€4,000, steel €3,000–€8,000, glass €5,000–€15,000. Building Regs: max rise 220 mm, min going 220 mm.
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Tiling Cost in Ireland 2026 — Material, Labour, and What Affects the Price
Tiling material: €15–€120/m². Labour: €30–€50/m². Total: €45–€170/m² installed. Format and material drive the price.
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Wet Room vs Shower Tray in Ireland — Cost, Tanking, and When Each Works
Wet room: €11,000–€23,000 installed. Shower tray: €3,000–€8,000. Wet room for accessible; tray for standard.
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Where to go next
Next decision
The next step in your build sequence.
- Accessible Bathroom in Ireland — Part M, Wet Room, and the Ageing-in-Place Standard →
- Flooring in Ireland 2026 — Timber, Tile, Vinyl, and the Underfloor Heating Pairing →
- Kitchen Layout in Ireland — Work Triangle, Zones, and the Open-Plan Question →
- Stairs in Ireland 2026 — Timber, Steel, Glass, and the Building Regs for Rise and Going →
Branch into
Adjacent decisions at the same stage.
Watch out for
Common mistakes, hidden costs, gotchas.
- Bathroom Cost in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range, Premium, and Wet Room →
- Build Cost per m² in Ireland 2026 — The Live Numbers from SCSI Q1 2026 →
- Interior Painting in Ireland 2026 — Cost per m², What's Included, and DIY Trade-Offs →
- Joinery in Ireland 2026 — Built-in Wardrobes, Alcove Units, and the Cost vs Off-the-Shelf →
- Kitchen Cost in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range, Premium, and Bespoke Compared →
- Kitchen Lead Time in Ireland — When to Order, How Long It Takes, and the Snag List Trap →
- Kitchen Worktop in Ireland — Laminate, Quartz, Granite, and the Cost Trade-Off →
- Tiling Cost in Ireland 2026 — Material, Labour, and What Affects the Price →
- Wet Room vs Shower Tray in Ireland — Cost, Tanking, and When Each Works →
Compare with
Alternative approaches worth knowing.
- Joinery in Ireland 2026 — Built-in Wardrobes, Alcove Units, and the Cost vs Off-the-Shelf →
- Kitchen Appliances in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range vs Premium, Induction vs Gas →
- Kitchen Cost in Ireland 2026 — Mid-Range, Premium, and Bespoke Compared →
- Wet Room vs Shower Tray in Ireland — Cost, Tanking, and When Each Works →