What does a kitchen renovation cost in Sweden 2026? From new fronts to a full rebuild
Kitchen renovation prices in Sweden 2026: new fronts, partial and full renovations, carpenter and electrician rates, plus how the ROT deduction works.
A Swedish kitchen typically lasts 20 to 25 years before fronts, worktop and appliances start failing at the same time. The question is rarely whether to renovate but how much to do, and the cost varies by a factor of ten.
Below are 2026 guide prices for the three most common levels, and what actually drives the cost in a Swedish kitchen.
Three levels, three prices
Replacing only the fronts is the most underrated option. If the carcasses are sound it delivers 80% of the visual change for 25% of the cost, and the labour qualifies for ROT just like a full rebuild.
| Level | What is included | Price incl. materials | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New fronts | Doors, handles, optional worktop | 35,000-70,000 SEK | 2-4 days |
| Partial | New carcasses, worktop, appliances, painting | 90,000-160,000 SEK | 2-3 weeks |
| Full rebuild | New layout, electrics, plumbing, floor, ceiling | 180,000-350,000 SEK | 5-8 weeks |
What drives the cost
- Moving water points: 10,000-20,000 SEK extra in plumbing.
- New fuse box or added circuits: 8,000-18,000 SEK.
- Stone worktop instead of laminate: 15,000-40,000 SEK extra.
- Removing a wall: requires a structural engineer and usually a permit or notification.
- Appliances: 20,000 SEK for budget, 60,000 SEK and up for integrated premium.
Hourly rates in 2026
| Trade | Malmö | Gothenburg | Stockholm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenter | 610 SEK | 640 SEK | 700 SEK |
| Electrician | 710 SEK | 740 SEK | 810 SEK |
| Plumber | 690 SEK | 720 SEK | 790 SEK |
| Painter | 570 SEK | 590 SEK | 650 SEK |
Doing the ROT maths
On a 130,000 SEK partial renovation with 55,000 SEK of labour, ROT gives 16,500 SEK. On a full rebuild with 140,000 SEK of labour a single owner reaches 42,000 SEK, and a couple can absorb it comfortably.
Appliances, carcasses and worktops count as materials and give no deduction, even when purchased through the contractor.
How to get comparable quotes
On HemmaPro you get several quotes on the same brief from verified companies, and labour is always listed separately so your ROT deduction is visible immediately.
- Send the same brief to everyone: measurements, photos and a simple drawing.
- Ask for a fixed price on the known scope and a capped rate for surprises.
- Require separate lines for labour, materials and waste removal.
- Check references from the last six months, not five years ago.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does it cost to only replace kitchen fronts?
- 35,000 to 70,000 SEK for a standard kitchen in 2026, including fitting and new handles, before ROT.
- How long is the kitchen unusable?
- 2-3 weeks for a partial renovation and 5-8 weeks for a full rebuild. Plan a temporary mini kitchen.
- Do I need a building permit?
- Not for replacing units. Removing a load-bearing wall or relocating wet areas requires notifying the municipality.
- Do appliances qualify for ROT?
- No. Only the installation labour qualifies, never the appliance itself.
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