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Does this seem reasonable for an elderly-friendly bathroom in London?

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PinkCamelias · 15/06/2026 13:09

My in-laws got a quote for 18k for a bathroom renovation including adjustments for the elderly. It's in London, but I stll think it's very steep? It would include leveling the floor, removing a bathtub, sink and toilet and installing a walk-in shower with a seat (with a new electric shower, this is what they have now too), higher toilet 'with a bidet function' (not sure if they mean a 2-in-1, or with a bidet shower attachment) and rails on both sides, new wash basin with a vanity, a standing unit, towel rails, a heated towel rail (I have to ask if that is necessary because it would be opposite the current radiator, so pipes would need to be moved). I think the wall covering proposed is panels, not tiles, and floor is Karndean.

Do this seem right to you? I am torn, because I could design a prefectly nice and safe bathroom for them, and certainly make it look less like a hospital (which would matter at resale) but we don't live in the UK and don't know any London bathroom fitters who would be reliable and available, so I am wary of offering my help. Would it even be cheaper?

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PinkCamelias · 13/09/2026 11:17

Yes, @herbetta , my MiL is.

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marinareyna · 17/09/2026 11:32

£18k does sound quite a lot to me, even for London, although I guess it really depends on what’s involved.
I’d definitely get a couple of other quotes before deciding. Taking out the bath, levelling the floor and changing plumbing and electrics can all add up, but I’d want to see exactly where that £18k is going.
I also don’t think an elderly-friendly bathroom has to look clinical. You can have a walk-in shower with a seat, grab rails and non-slip flooring and still make the room look really nice.
I’d probably leave the heated towel rail out too if it means moving the existing pipework, unless there’s a good reason for having it.
Personally, I’d get 2 or 3 quotes and compare what each one actually includes. You might find there’s quite a difference.

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