- Feb 7, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 25, 2025
What I realise we sometimes lack at Tat are the cold, hard facts. We’re all about theories, ideas, and beauty—but sometimes, that’s not enough. As you know, I’m very keen to make this membership work for you, and occasionally, these articles will be here to help you navigate big decisions or at least give you a rough understanding of the costs involved in major undertakings.
I, for one, have never bought a kitchen. When I moved into my house, we painted the doors and added some truly ugly handles, chosen, god love him, by my builder. I know, I know, it was a stressful time, and I just wanted to get the job done. Two years later, I can’t say I love it, but by God, we saved some money, and it’s a very good kitchen that hasn’t let me down yet.
That said, I realise this isn’t the advice everyone needs. Sometimes, a new kitchen is a must, and that’s where the costs below and the companies listed might come in handy. Charlotte, my trusty colleague, has reached out to each company with the below email
Hi,
I hope you're doing well.
I'm currently gathering quotes and was wondering if you could provide me with an estimate for a standard or shaker-style kitchen. Specifically, I’d love to get a sense of the starting price or the most cost-effective option you offer.
For context, I’m looking at a U-shaped layout with the following dimensions:
10'6" (3.2m) x 10'2" (3.15m)
If you could give me a rough idea of pricing based on this, that would be really helpful. No need for anything too detailed at this stage—just a ballpark figure would be great.
Let me know if you need any more details, and thanks in advance for your time. Looking forward to hearing your thoughts.
Best,
Charlotte sent this to around twenty eight companies receiving varying quotes all detailed below.
Higher Cost
(Price Includes Delivery, Installation and Hand painting cabinets on site)
(This differs due to functions, layouts and number of cabinets)
Larger Price includes - appliances, fitting, worktops, taps, hardware, cabinet making etc
Price Starts around £35k
(Dependent on cabinetry and more)
(Depending on measurements joinery, it will cost more for appliances and worktops)
Cabinets are available for purchase, too
(Dependent on cabinetry, joinery and more)
You will have a different experience with Artichoke; they do everything to tailor the kitchen to the client and how they live and think with the house's architectural integrity.
Standard kithen size - from £22-25K + VAT upwards
(Includes - shaker cabinets, Quartz worktop, basic Bosch appliances and installation)
Middle Cost
(Price Does Not Include Installation)
(Price for cabinetry only and does not include the worktops, appliances, and cabinetry fitting)
(This is for low-level units and wooden worksurface) The price depends on the number of units and materials
(9 Cabinets, price does not include installation)
Small Kitchen, Starting From - £3,600
(inc. VAT, fronts and handles only)
3 Walls Fitted Painted Cabinetry Starting from around £10-£15k
Allow for fittings, appliances and worktops
Studio Kitchen, Starting from £2,150
Laminated** birch plyrom
Prices Vary depending on the cabinet and pieces chosen, Starting from £98
(Not including accessories, price is from Inset Side Pane)
Fronts, FENIX, From £1832 +VAT
Cost excludes all hardware, worktops and appliances.
Lower Cost
With lower costs kitchens there are many companies who can add on new doors to cheaper carcasses such as Foxstow, Superfront and Semihandmade.
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