What does a bathroom renovation cost in Sweden 2026? Price per square metre
Complete 2026 prices for bathroom renovations in Sweden: cost per square metre, what is included, ROT deductions and how to avoid the costliest mistakes.
The bathroom is the most expensive room per square metre in a Swedish home. A small 4 sqm bathroom can cost as much as repainting an entire apartment, and the difference between a cheap job and a correct one only shows up when moisture damage appears ten years later.
This guide covers what a bathroom renovation actually costs in Sweden in 2026, how prices differ between Malmö, Gothenburg and Stockholm, and which parts of the bill qualify for the ROT deduction.
Price per square metre in 2026
The 2026 market price for a full renovation is between 22,000 and 35,000 SEK per square metre including materials, before ROT. The spread is driven mainly by waterproofing, pipework and tile choice.
| Size | Basic | Standard | High end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 sqm | 90,000 SEK | 125,000 SEK | 170,000 SEK |
| 6 sqm | 130,000 SEK | 175,000 SEK | 240,000 SEK |
| 8 sqm | 165,000 SEK | 225,000 SEK | 310,000 SEK |
| Per sqm | 22,000 SEK | 29,000 SEK | 35,000 SEK |
How the cost breaks down
Moving the floor drain is the single most expensive change. Budget 12,000 to 25,000 SEK extra, and in an apartment you also need approval from the housing association.
- Demolition and waste removal: 8-12% of the total.
- Plumbing and drainage: 15-20%, more if the floor drain moves.
- Electrics, underfloor heating and lighting: 10-15%.
- Waterproofing and tiling: 30-35%, the most critical item.
- Fixtures, sanitary ware and taps: 15-25% depending on choices.
City by city
Quotes to businesses exclude VAT while quotes to private households include it, which is a common source of confusion when comparing bids.
| City | Tiler | Plumber | Electrician |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malmö and Skåne | 620 SEK/h | 690 SEK/h | 710 SEK/h |
| Gothenburg | 650 SEK/h | 720 SEK/h | 740 SEK/h |
| Stockholm | 720 SEK/h | 790 SEK/h | 810 SEK/h |
| Smaller towns | 560 SEK/h | 640 SEK/h | 660 SEK/h |
ROT deduction on bathrooms
ROT gives 30% of the labour cost, up to 50,000 SEK per person per year. On a standard 175,000 SEK renovation with 95,000 SEK of labour, the deduction is 28,500 SEK. Two owners can split it and almost always cover the full labour cost.
Materials, freight and skip hire never qualify, so always ask for a quote that lists labour separately.
Requirements you cannot skip
- The contractor must be certified under BKR or GVK for waterproofing work.
- Electrical work must be done by an installer registered with Elsäkerhetsverket.
- Ask for the industry compliance certificate at handover, or insurance may refuse a water damage claim.
- Verify F-skatt and business insurance before work starts.
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does a bathroom renovation take?
- A standard 4-6 sqm bathroom takes 4-6 weeks from demolition to handover, since waterproofing and tiling need drying time that cannot be shortened.
- What does a small 4 sqm bathroom cost?
- Roughly 90,000 to 170,000 SEK in 2026 depending on standard, before ROT.
- Do I get ROT for a bathroom renovation?
- Yes, 30% of the labour cost up to 50,000 SEK per person per year, if you own the home and the company holds F-skatt.
- Do I need approval from the housing association?
- Yes. Wet room work and any change to shared pipework require written board approval.
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