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Full Bathroom Renovation Guide

For detailed information on process, pricing tiers, technical specifications, and FAQs, see our comprehensive bathroom renovation guide.

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Property Market
Average property price in North London: £900,000. A quality bathroom renovation project typically adds 10-20% to your property value in .
Getting Here
Nearest station: North London station. Our design studio is at 250 Finchley Road, NW3 — a short journey from North London.

Bathrooms Tailored to North London Properties

Bathrooms in North London homes are often the most constrained rooms in the building: tight footprints, ageing soil stacks, awkward joist directions, limited drainage falls and strong expectations around finish and durability.

Start with the room dimensions, existing floor, water supply, drainage and ventilation route. These determine the practical layout and waterproofing specification. For a listed home, a flat or a proposal involving external changes, check the address, lease and scope with the relevant authority or freeholder before work. Conservation-area status or an Article 4 direction does not by itself mean every internal bathroom alteration needs planning permission.

Our team delivers family bathrooms, wet rooms and en-suites across Hampstead, Highgate, Primrose Hill, and Belsize Park and the wider North London area, coordinating design, plumbing, joinery, tiling and final snagging under one programme.

Every Bathroom, Beautifully Done

From a compact cloakroom WC to a hotel-standard master en-suite — we design and build every bathroom type that London homes demand.

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Family Bathroom

Full-size bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC, basin and storage. The centrepiece of most London homes.

Typical size5–8 sqm
From£12,000
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En-Suite

Shower room adjacent to the bedroom — walk-in shower, wall-hung WC, vanity basin and heated towel rail. Compact but complete.

Typical size3–5 sqm
From£8,000
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Wet Room

Fully tanked level-access shower room with gradient floor to a linear drain. Sleek, minimal and accessible — ideal for loft en-suites and contemporary interiors.

Typical size3–6 sqm
From£10,000
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Cloakroom / WC

Compact ground-floor WC with basin, vanity and feature tiling. Small space, big impact — often the first bathroom visitors see.

Typical size1.5–2.5 sqm
From£5,000

From Brief to First Shower

A structured design-and-build process that eliminates guesswork and protects your budget.

01
Week 1

Survey, Brief & Design

We measure the existing bathroom, photograph it from every angle, check the plumbing routes (waste positions, water supply, soil stack location) and assess the floor structure for underfloor heating and any stone-bath loading requirements. We discuss your brief — shower vs bath preference, storage needs, aesthetic direction, must-have brands or finishes — and produce a 3D concept design with two to three layout options. Materials are selected from physical samples at our Finchley Road studio.

Site survey 3D design options Material selection Fixed-price quote
02
Days 1–3 on site

Strip-Out & First Fix

Existing bathroom stripped out — old tiles, sanitary ware, plumbing and flooring removed. Walls checked for damp and repaired where needed. New plumbing roughed in to the exact positions specified in the design: hot and cold feeds, waste connections, shower valve position, toilet waste and underfloor heating loops. Electrical first fix for lighting circuits, heated mirror, extractor fan and any shaver sockets. For wet rooms, the tanking membrane is applied and tested before tiling begins.

Controlled strip-out Plumbing first fix Electrical first fix Wet room tanking
03
Days 4–10 on site

Tiling & Installation

Our specialist tilers lay the wall and floor tiles — whether that's large-format porcelain, handmade Zellige, marble mosaics or encaustic cement tiles. Tile cuts around valves, niches and corners are precise and consistent. Sanitary ware installed: wall-hung WC with concealed cistern, basin on vanity or wall-mounted, bath (freestanding or built-in) and shower enclosure or wet room screen. Brassware fitted — shower valves, taps, towel rails and accessories.

Specialist tiling Sanitary ware installation Brassware & accessories Grouting & sealing
04
Final days

Second Fix & Handover

Light fittings, mirrors, glass screens, towel rails, toilet roll holders and all accessories fitted. Silicone sealing around baths, showers and basins. Underfloor heating commissioned and tested. Full clean, snag inspection and client walkthrough. We hand over with all product warranties, care guides (particularly for natural stone) and a 12-month defects liability guarantee.

Lighting & mirrors Accessories Snagging 12-month warranty

Transparent Pricing

Guide prices for complete bathroom renovations in London. All tiers include design, plumbing, electrics, tiling, sanitary ware, brassware and accessories.

Essential

Quality Foundations

£8k – £14k
  • Roca or Ideal Standard sanitary ware
  • Chrome brassware
  • Porcelain or ceramic tiling
  • Thermostatic shower valve
  • Electric underfloor heating
  • Full plumbing & electrics
Premium

Most Popular

£14k – £25k
  • Duravit, V&B or Crosswater
  • Brushed brass or matt black brassware
  • Large-format porcelain or Zellige
  • Concealed digital shower system
  • Freestanding bath or walk-in shower
  • Bespoke vanity & storage
Luxury

Hotel Standard

£25k – £50k+
  • Bespoke or designer sanitary ware
  • Natural stone or marble tiling
  • Fluted glass, reeded stone, book-matched
  • Steam shower or spa features
  • Heated mirror & smart lighting
  • Furniture-grade bespoke joinery

Why Our Bathrooms Are Different

What separates a Hampstead Renovations bathroom from a plumber with a catalogue.

Trade Pricing on Sanitary Ware

Accounts with Duravit, Villeroy & Boch, Crosswater, Vitra, Hansgrohe, Axor, Aqualisa and more. Trade pricing passed directly to you — typically 20–30% below retail.

Underfloor Heating Standard

Electric underfloor heating installed beneath bathroom tiling on most projects — warm feet, no radiators, more wall space for beautiful tiling.

Wet Room Waterproofing

Full tanking systems installed and pressure-tested before tiling. Linear drains, gradient screeds and bonded membranes that guarantee a watertight wet room for decades.

Wall-Hung Everything

Wall-hung WC, wall-hung basin and floating vanity units as standard in our Premium and Luxury tiers — creating a clean, contemporary look that makes cleaning effortless.

Niche & Storage Design

Recessed shower niches, mirrored cabinets, under-vanity drawers and towel storage designed into the bathroom architecture — not bolted on as afterthoughts.

Period Bathroom Sensitivity

In Victorian and Georgian homes, we design bathrooms that respect ceiling heights, proportions and sightlines — using materials that acknowledge the property's heritage character.

Lighting Design

Layered bathroom lighting: recessed downlights, backlit mirrors, niche lighting and dimming circuits designed to create both bright task lighting and relaxing ambient mood.

Heated Towel Rails

Electric or wet-system heated towel rails specified as part of the design — positioned for maximum convenience and integrated with the heating controls.

Three bathroom layout approaches

Illustrative arrangements to discuss during design, not records of completed projects. The room dimensions, services and specification need to be checked for your home.

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Bath and separate shower

Space for bathing and showering

Compare the bath and shower clearances, screen movement and route to the basin. Check the floor, drainage and hot-water supply before committing to the arrangement.

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Compact wet-room arrangement

A shower room with a coordinated floor

Resolve the floor build-up, drainage falls and waterproofing together. A level-access proposal depends on the existing construction and available drainage route.

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Family bathroom with storage

Bathing, washing and everyday use

Plan the shower-over-bath, basin and storage around the household’s needs. Allow access to valves and traps, and show how doors and drawers will open.

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Bathroom Renovation Questions

Common questions from London homeowners planning a bathroom renovation.

How much does a bathroom renovation cost?

A cloakroom starts from around £5,000, an en-suite from £8,000, a family bathroom from £12,000 and a luxury master bathroom from £25,000. These are fully inclusive prices covering design, plumbing, electrics, tiling, sanitary ware, brassware, underfloor heating and accessories. The final price depends on the size of the bathroom, the specification of fixtures and the complexity of the tiling. We provide a fixed-price quotation after the design is agreed.

How long does a bathroom renovation take?

As a guide, allow 1–2 weeks for design and 2–4 weeks for installation. Product lead times of 1–4 weeks after ordering are a separate allowance and may overlap with design. These ranges are not a fixed completion promise: confirm the survey findings, any approvals, product availability and the agreed scope before setting the dates. The installation programme must allow for waterproofing, drying or curing, fitting and commissioning.

Can you move plumbing to a different position?

Yes — repositioning sanitary ware is a core part of most bathroom renovations. We move WCs, basins, baths and showers to optimise the layout. The main constraint is waste drainage: WCs need a connection to the soil stack (or a macerator if one isn't accessible), and showers and baths need adequate fall to the waste pipe. Our plumbers assess all drainage routes during the design phase and confirm what's achievable before we commit to a layout. In Victorian homes where soil stacks are cast iron, we can replace or adapt them as needed.

What is a wet room and do I need one?

A wet room is a bathroom where the entire floor is waterproofed (tanked) and the shower drains directly into the floor via a linear or point drain — there's no shower tray or enclosure. It creates a sleek, minimal aesthetic and is particularly effective in smaller spaces where a traditional shower enclosure would feel cramped. Wet rooms are popular in loft en-suites, basement bathrooms and contemporary refurbishments. They require specialist waterproofing (tanking membrane, gradient screed) but when properly installed they're actually more watertight than a conventional shower tray.

Do you supply sanitary ware and taps?

Yes. We hold trade accounts with all major bathroom manufacturers — Duravit, Villeroy & Boch, Crosswater, Vitra, Hansgrohe, Axor, Aqualisa, Burlington, Bette, Kaldewei and more. Trade pricing is passed directly to you, typically 20–30% below retail. We also source tiles from specialist suppliers including Mandarin Stone, Fired Earth, Ca'Pietra and Domus. Everything is coordinated and delivered to site on the right day — not your problem to manage.

Can I use the rest of the house during the renovation?

Agree the working area, access route, dust protection and water interruptions before work begins. If this is your only bathroom, plan alternative facilities and confirm the periods without WC or washing access for the actual installation sequence. An occupied home needs a practical plan for the household; uninterrupted facilities cannot be assumed.

Can you add a bathroom where one doesn't exist?

Yes — creating new bathrooms (typically en-suites in bedrooms or bathrooms in loft conversions) is a significant part of our work. The key requirements are access to a soil stack or external waste route for the WC, adequate water supply, and sufficient floor structure to support the additional weight. In loft conversions, we route waste through boxed-in chases or concealed within partition walls. Our plumbers and structural engineers assess the feasibility during the design phase and find solutions for even the most awkward positions.

Where We Deliver Bathroom Renovations Across North London

Use the area pages below to jump straight to the streets, councils and property types most relevant to your project.

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Typical Costs

Bathroom Renovation Costs in North London

Guide prices including VAT. Final costs depend on specification and site conditions.

Cloakroom/WC
£5,000 – 10,000
typical range
Family Bathroom
£12,000 – 25,000
typical range
Premium En-Suite
£18,000 – 35,000
typical range
Luxury Wet Room
£25,000 – 50,000
typical range
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Bathroom Renovation by area in North London

Area-by-area guides covering the local planning picture, typical properties and costs:

AngelBelsize ParkCamden TownCanonburyCrouch EndDartmouth ParkGolders GreenHampsteadHampstead Garden SuburbHampstead HeathHighburyHighgateKentish TownMaida ValeMuswell HillPrimrose HillRegent's ParkSouth HampsteadSt John's WoodSwiss CottageWest Hampstead

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