How to Budget for Bathroom and Kitchen Fittings in Singapore

Quick answer: Spend more on the things you use every day and that are hard to change later, like the shower mixer, toilet bowl, hob and cooker hood. Save on things that are easy to swap, like accessories and hand showers. Mix premium brands in the rooms that matter most with good value brands elsewhere, and buy related items together so bundles and promotions can stack.

Renovation budgets have a habit of growing quietly. One upgrade here, one "might as well" there, and suddenly the spreadsheet looks very different. A little planning keeps it in check.

What actually drives the cost

Brand and range. The same type of fitting can span a wide price range, from value brands to premium European and Japanese names.
Concealed or exposed. Concealed shower mixers and wall-hung toilets need work inside or in front of the wall, which adds installation cost.
Material and size. Granite composite sinks, larger basin cabinets and bigger hoods cost more than compact versions.
Features. Thermostatic mixers, rimless bowls, soft closing seats and smart lighting each add a little.

Where to spend

Shower and basin mixers. You use them several times a day, and a good cartridge keeps working smoothly for years.
Toilet bowl. A well designed flush and an easy-clean glaze save time every week.
Cooker hood and hob. Especially if you cook with a wok. See our cooker hood guide.
Anything built into the wall. Concealed valves and cisterns are costly to replace later, so choose once and choose well.

Where to save

Accessories like towel bars, soap holders and toilet roll holders are easy to upgrade later.
Common bathroom fittings. A good value brand in the common bathroom and a premium one in the master is a very popular mix.
Clearance and off-season items. Our Tradehub 21 showroom has clearance items at outlet prices.

Our house brand E+NT is made for exactly this kind of mix. Its water fittings are WELS certified, and parts are stocked and serviced in-house in Singapore.

Small costs people forget

Pan collars for toilet bowls are often sold separately.
Waste sets for basins are not always included with the tap or basin.
Angle valves and connectors under the sink and basin.
Hood ducting to the outside.
Gas connection. City Energy charges a fee to connect a town gas cooker, and it includes turning on the supply.
Delivery and installation. Ask for these to be included in your quote so there are no surprises.

Ways to stretch your budget

Bundle related items. Hood and hob packages usually cost less than buying the two separately.
Buy more categories in one place. At Lucky Khoon, brand promotions, bulk pricing and in-house deals can stack when you cover more of your home in one order.
Avoid the cheap then replace trap. A fitting that fails in two years costs more than a slightly better one that lasts ten. Ask about local servicing and spare parts before you buy.

Help for households with seniors

If your household includes a senior, check whether you qualify for HDB's Enhancement for Active Seniors (EASE) programme. It covers bathroom items like slip-resistant floor treatment, grab bars, a foldable shower seat and bidet sprays. For Singapore Citizen households, the government pays most of the cost, and the owner's share ranges from 5% to 12.5% depending on flat type. You can apply through HDB's e-service.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I spend more in a bathroom renovation?

On the fittings you use every day and that are hard to change later: the shower mixer, basin mixer, toilet bowl and anything concealed in the wall.

Is it cheaper to buy a hood and hob together?

Usually, yes. Hood and hob packages generally cost less than buying the two separately.

What extra costs should I plan for?

Pan collars, waste sets, angle valves, hood ducting, the gas connection fee and delivery and installation. Ask for them to be listed in your quote.

Is there help for seniors to make the bathroom safer?

Yes. HDB's EASE programme covers items like slip-resistant floor treatment, grab bars and a foldable shower seat, with most of the cost paid by the government for eligible Singapore Citizen households.

Where this information comes from

We checked the facts in this guide against these Singapore sources in September 2026. Rules change from time to time, so check the latest version before you start work.

Get help choosing

Not sure what fits? Bring a photo and your measurements to any Lucky Khoon showroom and our team will help you pick the right model. We are an authorised dealer for the brands we carry, and our in-house installation team can supply and install for you.

Enterprise One: 1 Kaki Bukit Road 1 #01-01 to #01-05, Singapore 415934. Bathroom and kitchen: +65 6346 2172
Tradehub 21: 24 Boon Lay Way #01-72/73, Singapore 609969. Bathroom and kitchen: +65 6795 1862
TOTO Boutique, Oxley Bizhub: 61 Ubi Road 1 #01-10, Singapore 408727. Tel: +65 6320 3778

Opening hours are on our contact page.

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