If you’re trying to pin down a number before you start planning, here’s the honest answer: kitchen renovation cost in Dubai typically ranges from AED 10,000 for a simple cosmetic refresh to AED 150,000 or more for a fully custom, high-end kitchen. Where a project lands within that range depends on kitchen size, materials, whether the layout changes, and how much of the work goes toward cabinetry and countertops versus the core renovation itself.

That last point matters more than most homeowners expect. A kitchen renovation is really two separate pieces of work: the built-in renovation scope and the furniture side. The renovation scope usually includes backsplash tiling, electrical work, flooring, ceiling work and preparation of the space. The furniture side includes cabinets, countertops and joinery, which are normally handled by separate specialists.

Understanding that split is the key to reading any quote correctly.

What’s Actually Included in a Kitchen Renovation Quote

Renovertex’s renovation scope on a kitchen project covers backsplash tiling, electrical points and rerouting, flooring, ceiling work, and full preparation of the space for cabinet installation. This means the walls, levels and service points are prepared so the furniture team can install cabinets cleanly.

Cabinets and countertops are not part of Renovertex’s direct renovation scope. They are usually quoted separately by the relevant specialists, depending on what the client chooses.

If the client wants an engineered or acrylic countertop, the price usually comes from an acrylic countertop company. If the client wants natural stone, marble, granite or quartz, the countertop is normally priced by a stone supplier. Kitchen cabinets and joinery are quoted by a furniture or joinery company.

Renovertex can coordinate the renovation work, site preparation and timing with the relevant suppliers, but cabinet and countertop prices come from those independent companies and cannot be guaranteed as part of the renovation quote.

As a rough guide, a single countertop alone can cost around AED 10,000 to AED 17,000, depending on material and size. A kitchen cabinet package from a furniture company can often fall between AED 15,000 and AED 20,000, depending on the layout, finish and materials. These figures move separately from the renovation work itself.

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Dubai by Budget Level

With that split in mind, here is how the overall project budget tends to break down across common scopes.

Cosmetic Kitchen Refresh

Approximate range: AED 10,000 to AED 15,000

This covers a straightforward refresh: wrapping existing cabinets in vinyl film instead of replacing them, refreshing the ceiling, and updating small visible details without major construction work.

There are no layout changes, no new cabinets, no new countertop, no new backsplash removal and no major electrical rerouting. For this type of simple cosmetic refresh, AED 25,000 would usually be too high for the actual scope involved.

Standard Kitchen Renovation

Approximate combined project range: AED 45,000 to AED 80,000

This is the most common type of kitchen renovation. It usually combines Renovertex’s core renovation work, such as backsplash tiling, electrical points, flooring, ceiling and site preparation, with new cabinets and a countertop quoted separately by furniture, stone or acrylic suppliers.

In most standard renovations, the general kitchen layout stays the same. This helps control the budget because plumbing and electrical points do not need major relocation.

Premium Kitchen Renovation

Approximate combined project range: AED 80,000 to AED 130,000

This tier often includes layout adjustments, upgraded backsplash finishes, improved lighting, higher-spec flooring or ceiling work, and more complex preparation before furniture installation.

The furniture side may also become more expensive at this level, especially if the client chooses natural stone, higher-spec acrylic countertops, premium cabinet finishes or custom joinery details.

Luxury Custom Kitchen Renovation

Approximate combined project range: AED 130,000+

A luxury kitchen renovation can go beyond AED 130,000 when the project involves extensive layout changes, imported stone, fully custom joinery, high-end appliances, detailed lighting design and more complex construction work.

At this level, the final cost depends heavily on the furniture and countertop selections. The renovation work is only one part of the total budget.

What Affects Kitchen Renovation Cost in Dubai

Several factors shape the final cost, and they sit on different sides of the project.

On the renovation side, layout changes add cost quickly. Moving a sink, relocating a cooker point or changing electrical positions means more than simply moving furniture. It can involve plumbing, wiring, wall preparation and ceiling or floor adjustments.

Backsplash removal and replacement can also affect the cost, especially if the existing surface needs extra preparation before new tiles are installed. Older apartments may need additional electrical work before new lighting, sockets or appliances can be safely connected.

On the furniture side, cabinet quality makes a big difference. Ready-made or simpler cabinet options cost less, while custom joinery costs more because it is made for the exact space. Countertop material also changes the final budget. Acrylic is usually more affordable than many natural stone options, while marble, granite, quartzite or other stone surfaces can vary widely in price.

This is why two kitchens with the same size can end up with very different total costs.

Custom Kitchen Cabinets vs Ready-Made

This is one of the bigger decisions when planning a custom kitchen in Dubai, and it belongs to the furniture side of the project.

Ready-made cabinets usually cost less upfront and can be faster to install. They work best when the kitchen layout is simple and standard cabinet sizes fit the space well.

Custom cabinetry costs more and takes longer because it requires measuring, design, fabrication and finishing. The benefit is that it uses the space more accurately, especially in apartments with awkward corners, narrow walls or unusual layouts.

Custom joinery is often worth considering when storage is a priority, when the kitchen has non-standard dimensions, or when the client wants a cleaner built-in look.

Renovertex can prepare the site and coordinate with furniture partners, but the cabinets themselves are priced and produced separately by the furniture or joinery supplier.

Hidden Costs Homeowners Often Forget

Some costs do not become clear until planning is more detailed.

Building approvals may be needed before renovation work starts, depending on the building and community rules. Older kitchens can also hide plumbing or electrical issues behind existing cabinets, which only become visible after removal.

Another common issue is underestimating cabinets and countertops. Since these are quoted separately, they should be priced early in the process. Waiting too long to request furniture, stone or acrylic quotes can make the total project budget look lower than it really is.

Material changes during the project can also increase costs. This is especially true for tiles, lighting, cabinet finishes and countertop selections.

How to Reduce Kitchen Renovation Costs Without Sacrificing Quality

A few practical decisions can keep the budget under control.

It also helps to separate the budget clearly from the beginning. One part should cover renovation work, and the other should cover cabinets, countertops and joinery. That makes the quote easier to understand and reduces surprises later.

How Long Does a Kitchen Renovation Take?

A cosmetic refresh, such as wrapping cabinets with vinyl film and refreshing the ceiling without major construction work, can often be completed in a matter of days.

A standard kitchen renovation usually takes four to eight weeks from start to handover, depending on the amount of tiling, electrical work, flooring, ceiling work and site preparation required.

Custom kitchens may take longer because cabinet fabrication and countertop production have their own timelines. Even if the renovation work is ready, the final handover can depend on when the furniture and countertop suppliers complete their part.

Choosing the Right Kitchen Renovation Company in Dubai

Not every kitchen renovation company in Dubai structures a quote the same way, so it is important to understand exactly what is included before signing anything.

A clear quote should separate the renovation scope from the furniture side. Renovation work includes items such as backsplash tiling, electrical work, flooring, ceiling and preparation for installation. Furniture work includes cabinets, countertops and joinery.

This separation makes the budget easier to compare. It also helps homeowners understand which costs are controlled by the renovation contractor and which costs depend on furniture, stone or acrylic suppliers.

The more transparent the quote is, the easier it becomes to plan the project properly.

The Real Cost Comes Down to Two Separate Decisions

There is no single number that answers what a kitchen renovation costs in Dubai, because the total depends on two separate decisions.

The first is the renovation scope: tiling, electrical work, flooring, ceiling and site preparation. The second is the furniture and countertop selection, which can change the budget significantly.

The most reliable way to plan the cost is to arrange a site visit and request early quotes from the furniture, stone or acrylic suppliers. That way, both sides of the kitchen project are clear before work begins.

Planning a kitchen renovation in Dubai? Renovertex can help you plan the renovation scope, prepare the space for installation, coordinate with trusted furniture and countertop partners, and bring the project together with a clear, realistic budget.