How much does a bathroom remodel cost?

Cosmetic refresh: $1,000-$5,000. Mid-range remodel: $5,000-$15,000. Full remodel: $15,000-$30,000. Master bath luxury: $30,000-$75,000+. National average: $10,000-$20,000. The biggest cost factors: tile (labor-intensive = expensive), vanity, shower/tub, and whether you change the layout (moving plumbing costs $1,000-$5,000). The best value update: new vanity, new toilet, and new fixtures for $2,000-$5,000 total transforms a dated bathroom.

How long does a bathroom remodel take?

Cosmetic refresh: 1-3 days. Mid-range: 2-4 weeks. Full remodel: 4-8 weeks. The biggest time factors: tile work (takes several days for waterproofing, setting, and grouting). Vanity lead time (custom: 4-8 weeks). Unexpected issues (old plumbing, water damage discovered during demo). You will be without a bathroom during the remodel: plan to use another bathroom. If remodeling your only bathroom: a contractor can often keep the toilet functional throughout most of the project.

What is the best bathroom flooring?

Porcelain tile: the best overall choice for bathrooms. Waterproof. Extremely durable. Huge range of styles (including wood-look and stone-look). Easy to clean. Cost: $5-$15/sq ft installed. Luxury vinyl plank: best budget-friendly option. Waterproof. Comfortable. Easy DIY installation. Cost: $3-$8/sq ft. Natural stone (marble, slate): best for luxury. Beautiful. Requires sealing. Slippery when wet (use honed finish). Cost: $10-$30/sq ft. Avoid: hardwood (water damage), laminate (edges swell), and carpet (moisture and mold). The heated floor upgrade (electric radiant): adds $5-$10/sq ft but is life-changing in cold climates.

Should I do a tub-to-shower conversion?

It depends. Convert if: you never use the tub. You want a larger, more accessible shower. The space is small (a walk-in shower makes small bathrooms feel larger). Keep one tub if: you have only one bathroom (families with young children need a tub). Resale value (many buyers want at least one tub in the house). You enjoy baths. Rule of thumb: keep at least one tub in the house for resale. If you have two bathrooms: convert the master to a walk-in shower and keep the tub in the guest/kids bath. Cost: tub-to-shower conversion: $3,000-$10,000 depending on tile and fixtures.

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Bathroom Remodel Guide: Design, Cost & Timeline

Lumberama Editorial Team, Bathroom Remodel & Design Specialists Oct 14, 2026 11 min read

Remodel Levels

Cosmetic refresh ($1,000-$5,000): New paint. New mirror. New light fixture. New hardware. New accessories (towel bars, toilet paper holder). Re-grout or caulk. New shower curtain and rod.

Mid-range remodel ($5,000-$15,000): New vanity and top. New toilet. New flooring. New fixtures (faucet, showerhead). New lighting. New paint. Retile shower surround.

Full remodel ($15,000-$30,000): Gut to studs. New everything: tile, vanity, toilet, fixtures, lighting, and flooring. May change layout. New plumbing. New electrical.

Master bath luxury remodel ($30,000-$75,000+): Walk-in shower with frameless glass. Freestanding tub. Double vanity with custom cabinets. Heated floors. Custom tile work. High-end fixtures.

Key Components & Costs

Vanity: Stock vanity (24-60 inch): $200-$1,500. Semi-custom: $500-$3,000. Custom: $2,000-$10,000+. Floating vanity (wall-mounted): modern look, easy floor cleaning.

Tile: Floor tile: $3-$15/sq ft. Wall tile (shower): $5-$25/sq ft. Accent tile (niche, feature wall): $10-$50/sq ft. Labor (tile installation): $5-$15/sq ft.

Toilet: Standard: $150-$400. Comfort height: $200-$500. Wall-hung: $300-$800 (plus carrier: $200-$500). Smart toilet: $500-$3,000+.

Shower: Tub/shower combo with surround: $500-$2,000. Tile shower: $2,000-$8,000. Walk-in shower (frameless glass): $3,000-$10,000.

Tub: Standard alcove: $200-$800. Freestanding: $500-$5,000. Soaking tub: $1,000-$5,000+.

Flooring: Porcelain tile: $5-$15/sq ft (best for bathrooms). Luxury vinyl: $3-$8/sq ft. Natural stone: $10-$30/sq ft.

Fixtures: Faucet: $50-$500. Showerhead: $30-$300. Rain showerhead: $100-$500.

Timeline

Cosmetic refresh: 1-3 days.

Mid-range remodel: 2-4 weeks.

Full remodel: 4-8 weeks.

Typical timeline: Design and ordering: 2-6 weeks (vanity and tile lead times). Demo: 1-2 days. Plumbing rough-in: 1-2 days. Electrical: 1 day. Waterproofing: 1 day. Tile: 3-7 days (walls and floor). Vanity and toilet: 1 day. Fixtures: 1 day. Painting and finish: 1-2 days.

ROI: Mid-range bathroom remodel: 60-70% ROI. Upscale remodel: 55-60% ROI. A second bathroom (adding where none exists): very high ROI.