Interior Design
Kitchen and Toilet Renovation Package: What Is Included
Why Bundle Kitchen and Toilet Renovations?
A kitchen and toilet renovation package combines the two most labour-intensive areas of any Singapore home into a single contract. Bundling makes practical sense: both spaces involve hacking, waterproofing, plumbing, tiling and fixture installation, so doing them together reduces mobilisation costs and shortens the overall renovation timeline.
For HDB resale homeowners, the kitchen and toilets are usually the first areas that need attention. Pipes age, tiles crack, grout discolours and cabinets swell from years of humidity exposure. Tackling everything at once avoids the disruption of a second renovation down the road.
What a Combined Package Typically Includes
Kitchen Scope
- Hacking of existing wall and floor tiles
- Upper and lower cabinetry (laminate or acrylic finish)
- Quartz or solid-surface countertop with sink cut-out
- Backsplash tiling behind the hob and sink
- Stainless steel sink and mixer tap
- Plumbing and electrical works
- Kitchen flooring (tiles or vinyl)
Toilet Scope (Per Bathroom)
- Hacking of existing wall and floor tiles
- Waterproofing with ponding test
- Floor and wall tiling
- Sanitary ware (WC, basin, shower set)
- False ceiling with downlights and exhaust fan
- Vanity cabinet
- Bathroom door
- Plumbing works
Kitchen and Toilet Renovation Package Costs
The table below estimates costs for a combined kitchen and two-bathroom renovation in an HDB flat.
| Package Tier | Kitchen (SGD) | 2 Bathrooms (SGD) | Combined Total (SGD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $6,000 – $9,500 | $10,000 – $14,000 | $16,000 – $23,500 |
| Mid-range | $9,500 – $15,000 | $14,000 – $24,000 | $23,500 – $39,000 |
| Premium | $15,000 – $26,000 | $24,000 – $44,000 | $39,000 – $70,000 |
Bundling typically yields a 5 to 10 per cent saving compared to quoting the kitchen and bathrooms separately, because the contractor shares overhead costs across a larger scope.
Flooring Options Across Kitchen and Bathrooms
Choosing flooring for the kitchen and bathrooms together allows you to create a cohesive material palette. Here are the main options:
Porcelain Tiles
The most common choice for both areas. Porcelain tiles with an anti-slip rating of R10 or higher work well on kitchen and bathroom floors. Selecting the same tile range for both spaces — perhaps in a coordinating colour — creates visual continuity.
SPC Vinyl Flooring
Waterproof SPC vinyl planks suit kitchen floors and dry bathroom zones. In open-concept HDB layouts, vinyl can run seamlessly from the kitchen into the living area, eliminating transition strips. The luxury vinyl collection at Goodrich includes stone and woodgrain effects engineered for high-moisture environments.
Homogeneous Tiles
Full-body tiles that are colour-consistent throughout. Chips and scratches are less visible, making them a durable option for busy kitchens.
Wall Finish Considerations
Both the kitchen and bathroom have wet zones that require tile or glass protection. However, the non-wet areas offer opportunities for more creative finishes.
In the kitchen, walls away from the hob can be finished with wallcoverings that tie into the living and dining palette. In bathrooms, the upper wall above the tile line can feature moisture-resistant wallcoverings for added texture and pattern.
Coordinating wall finishes between the kitchen and bathroom — using complementary tones or textures — gives the flat a more considered, designed look rather than a room-by-room patchwork.
How to Evaluate Combined Packages
When comparing kitchen and toilet renovation packages, pay attention to these details:
- Scope clarity. Is the kitchen scope fully itemised, or does it include vague terms like “standard cabinetry” without specifying material grade and linear footage?
- Tile allowance. What per-square-foot budget is allocated for tiles? If you exceed the allowance, what is the top-up rate?
- Sanitary ware specification. Are specific brands and models listed, or is the package based on generic “local brand” fittings?
- Waterproofing warranty. Does the package include a warranty for bathroom waterproofing? Five years is the standard minimum.
- Countertop brand and thickness. Quartz countertops vary widely in quality. Ask for the brand name and slab thickness (15 mm vs 20 mm vs 30 mm).
- Exclusions list. Does the package exclude appliances, glass panels, pull-out organisers, shower screens, mirrors or accessories?
BTO vs Resale: How the Package Differs
BTO Flats
New BTO flats come with basic finishes in both the kitchen and bathrooms. Homeowners may choose to keep the developer-installed tiles and upgrade only the cabinetry, countertop and sanitary fittings. This partial approach reduces the overall package cost by 20 to 30 per cent because it eliminates hacking, waterproofing and re-tiling works.
Resale Flats
Resale flats, particularly those over 15 years old, require a more comprehensive approach. Ageing cast-iron waste pipes should be replaced with uPVC. Existing waterproofing membranes may have deteriorated, and the screed beneath the tiles may need repair. These additional works increase both the cost and the timeline of the renovation.
For resale flats with severely dated finishes, a full teardown and rebuild of the kitchen and bathrooms is usually the most cost-effective long-term strategy. Patching individual components tends to create ongoing maintenance issues.
Choosing Between Tiles and Vinyl for the Kitchen Floor
One of the most consequential decisions in a combined kitchen and toilet renovation package is the kitchen floor material. The choice affects cost, installation time and the overall look of the home.
Tiles are the traditional option and remain the best choice for the cooking zone, where heat and grease exposure are highest. However, waterproof SPC vinyl flooring is increasingly used in dry kitchen areas and open-concept layouts where the kitchen floor flows into the living and dining zones.
The advantage of vinyl in a combined package is speed: vinyl flooring installs in one to two days over the existing screed, while tiling requires three to five days including adhesive curing and grouting. In a bundled renovation where time is already stretched across multiple areas, this difference matters.
Common Mistakes When Bundling Kitchen and Toilet Renovations
- Choosing the cheapest package without checking scope. A low headline price often means a stripped-down scope with numerous add-ons that inflate the final bill.
- Not confirming material lead times. Custom cabinetry and imported tiles can take four to eight weeks to arrive. If materials are delayed, the entire project stalls.
- Overlooking ventilation. Both the kitchen and bathrooms need effective exhaust systems. Ensure the package includes appropriately rated cooker hoods and bathroom exhaust fans.
- Ignoring the service yard. If the service yard is adjacent to the kitchen, consider including it in the package for flooring and utility cabinet installation.
Timeline for Combined Renovations
A kitchen-and-two-bathroom renovation typically takes four to six weeks. The contractor will usually start with the bathrooms (hacking, waterproofing, ponding test) while waiting for kitchen cabinetry fabrication, then move to the kitchen once the bathroom tiling is underway.
- Bathroom hacking and plumbing rough-in (3–5 days)
- Bathroom waterproofing and ponding test (3–5 days)
- Kitchen hacking and plumbing/electrical rough-in (3–5 days, concurrent with bathroom waterproofing)
- Bathroom tiling (4–6 days)
- Kitchen tiling and countertop installation (3–5 days)
- Kitchen cabinetry installation (3–5 days)
- Bathroom fixture installation (2–3 days)
- Final touches, grouting and cleaning (2–3 days)
Plan Your Kitchen and Toilet Renovation
Finalising your flooring, tile and wall finishes early prevents delays and keeps costs predictable. Start by comparing materials in person to confirm colours and textures under real lighting conditions.
Book an appointment with our design consultants to review flooring and wall finish options for your kitchen and bathroom renovation.
