Bathroom renovation in Stockholm 2026: cost, timeline and ROT
What does a bathroom renovation cost in Stockholm in 2026? Price per square metre, what ROT gives you, how long it takes and what your housing association requires.
The bathroom is the most expensive room per square metre in a Swedish home, and Stockholm prices are the highest in the country. It is also the renovation that returns the most at resale, provided it is done properly and documented.
This guide covers cost, timeline, rules and the decisions that actually drive the final number.
Bathroom renovation cost in Stockholm
Roughly half the total is labour, which is the part that qualifies for ROT. On a 200,000 SEK bathroom with 100,000 SEK of labour, the deduction cuts 30,000 SEK off the price.
| Bathroom size | Standard finish | Higher finish |
|---|---|---|
| 3–4 sqm | 140,000–190,000 SEK | 200,000–260,000 SEK |
| 5–6 sqm | 180,000–240,000 SEK | 250,000–340,000 SEK |
| 7–9 sqm | 230,000–310,000 SEK | 330,000–450,000 SEK |
What a complete bathroom includes
The wet-room certificate is not a formality. Without it your insurer can refuse to pay after water damage and a buyer can demand a price reduction.
- Demolition and removal of old materials.
- New waterproofing to the BBV and GVK industry standards.
- Plumbing by a certified plumber with new pipework.
- Electrical work with an RCD and correct zoning.
- Tiling, underfloor heating, fittings and fixtures.
- Quality documentation and a wet-room certificate on completion.
Timeline
| Stage | Time |
|---|---|
| Demolition | 2–3 days |
| Plumbing and electrics, first stage | 3–4 days |
| Waterproofing and drying time | 4–6 days |
| Tiling | 4–6 days |
| Grouting, fittings and final install | 3–4 days |
| Total | 4–6 weeks |
Rules in a bostadsrätt
In a bostadsrätt you must apply to the board before work starts. The association normally wants to know who is doing the work, that the company is certified for wet rooms and when the work will happen. Some have rules on working hours and require that risers are not touched without consultation.
Send the application early. In Stockholm associations that meet monthly, processing alone can delay the start by weeks.
Get comparable quotes
Always ask for quotes on the same brief: size, desired finish, whether risers are being replaced and who buys materials. Post the job in the HemmaPro app to get several quotes from verified Stockholm bathroom companies and compare price, ratings and references in one place.
Frequently asked questions
- What does a bathroom renovation cost in Stockholm?
- A 5–6 sqm bathroom normally costs 180,000–240,000 SEK with standard materials before ROT, and more for a higher finish.
- How much does ROT give on a bathroom?
- 30 percent of the labour cost, up to 50,000 SEK per person per year, which on a normal bathroom is often 25,000–40,000 SEK.
- How long does it take?
- Four to six weeks for a normal bathroom, several days of which is waterproofing drying time that cannot be shortened.
- Do I need permission from the housing association?
- Yes. The board must approve the work before it starts and will want proof the company is certified for wet rooms.
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