What Is the Cost of Renovating a Bedroom?
Use this guide to determine the approximate budget required for renovating your bedroom
Pooja Khanna Tyagi
7 September 2021
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The cost of renovation of a bedroom primarily depends on factors such as the the size of the bedroom, the type of flooring, design of the false ceiling and the quality of the furniture. This article will give you the cost-wise break up of the renovation costs according to the permutations and combinations with different materials and finishes that may affect the overall cost of the bedroom.
Please note, the costs are approximate (as in year 2021) and are subject to change according to region and time.
Please note, the costs are approximate (as in year 2021) and are subject to change according to region and time.
1. False ceiling
False ceilings can be installed in materials such as gypsum and plaster of Paris (POP).
False ceilings can be installed in materials such as gypsum and plaster of Paris (POP).
- A simple straight-line gypsum false ceiling from a reputed brand starts at ₹85 per square foot while an elaborately designed one can go up to ₹125 per square foot.
- The cost of POP ceilings ranges between ₹80 and ₹125 per square foot, depending on the type of design details.
- The cost of a decorative POP cornice or moulding starts at ₹50 per running foot.
2. Flooring
You can choose between floor tiles, marble slabs and wooden flooring.
You can choose between floor tiles, marble slabs and wooden flooring.
- The cost of installing porcelain, vitrified and ceramic tiles can range between ₹150 and ₹200 per square foot.
- Good-quality Indian marble starts at ₹90 per square foot, while Italian marble starts at ₹400 per square foot.
- The cost of materials required for fixing the flooring plus labour is around ₹140 per square foot.
- Different types of wooden flooring are hardwood, engineered wood and laminated wooden flooring. Hardwood flooring starts at ₹650 per square foot, engineered wood starts at ₹200 per square foot and laminated wooden flooring starts at ₹120 per square foot.
3. Furniture
From conventional furniture to luxurious bespoke furniture, you will find matching diversity in the prices of different types of furniture. The cost of the furniture depends on various factors, including the material used for the framework and the surface finish.
Note that factory-made wooden furniture is usually cheaper than carpentered furniture which is customised to the homeowner’s specifications. Check out the average cost of mid-range good quality custom furniture:
From conventional furniture to luxurious bespoke furniture, you will find matching diversity in the prices of different types of furniture. The cost of the furniture depends on various factors, including the material used for the framework and the surface finish.
Note that factory-made wooden furniture is usually cheaper than carpentered furniture which is customised to the homeowner’s specifications. Check out the average cost of mid-range good quality custom furniture:
- The cost of a good quality wooden storage bed from a reliable vendor can start at ₹45,000, depending on the design of the bed. Readymade MDF beds will cost less.
- The cost of a good wooden side table can start at ₹10,000. Again, readymade versions can be be cheaper.
- The cost of a compact TV unit with provision for storage starts at ₹18,000.
- A wooden dressing table starts at ₹15,000.
- Simple and good-quality readymade furniture can be 15–20 per cent lower.
- MDF (medium density fibreboard) and HDF (high density fibreboard) furniture is much cheaper than wooden furniture. Also, there can be a big cost difference between online purchases and retail purchases as we may come across some good online deals during end-of-season sale. However it is highly recommended to buy furniture from reputed brands only.
4. Wardrobe
What Are the Best Material Finishes for Wardrobes?
- The basic cost of a hinged wardrobe in commercial-grade ply and laminate finish can be around ₹1800 per square foot (measuring height x width). The standard depth of a wardrobe is 2 feet.
- A wardrobe in veneer finish costs above ₹2000 per square foot.
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5. Wall panelling
There are many kinds of wall panelling materials to choose from.
There are many kinds of wall panelling materials to choose from.
- The cost of installation of laminate-finish panelling starts at ₹350 per square foot.
- Veneer-finish panelling starts at ₹500 per square foot.
- Tufted upholstery panels starts at ₹300 per square foot.
- The cost of 3D PVC wall panelling starts at ₹150 per square foot.
6. Electricals
- The labour and material costs for concealed electrical wiring ranges from ₹150 to ₹200 per running foot, depending on the thickness of the wires.
- Some of the other basic electrical costs include the cost of fixtures, such as lights, fans, LED strip lighting, switch boards and plug points.
- Beautify the bedroom with statement lights such as pendant lights, chandeliers, table lamps and floor lamps, which are available in budget-friendly and affordable options.
7. Wall paint
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- Premium quality emulsion paint costs approximately ₹40 per square foot.
- Textured paint starts at ₹80 per square foot.
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