Kitchen Renovation Cost Malaysia 2026

Basic refresh (paint, laminate cabinets, basic countertop): RM15,000-28,000. Mid-range (custom cabinets, quartz countertop, wet+dry kitchen setup): RM28,000-55,000. Premium (solid wood, Corian countertop, full hacking, built-in appliances): RM55,000-120,000. Luxury with imported European kitchen: RM120,000+. Kitchen is typically 25-35% of total home renovation budget.

Wet kitchen (for heavy cooking): RM8,000-30,000 with industrial hood, ceramic tile floor/walls (easy to clean). Dry kitchen (island for light prep + display): RM15,000-50,000 with quartz island, barstool, pendant lights. Adding BOTH requires ~10-15 sqft more space via hacking: total RM35,000-80,000. Malaysian homes commonly have wet+dry separation due to heavy sambal/curry cooking producing oil.

Melamine (MDF core): cheapest, RM80-150/sqft, 3-5 year lifespan, can swell with water. Plywood: mid-tier, RM150-250/sqft, 10-15 year lifespan, water-resistant. Solid wood (teak/nyatoh): RM250-500/sqft, 20+ year lifespan, premium look. For Malaysian humid climate + wet kitchen use, plywood is the sweet spot for value.

IKEA Metod kitchen: RM8,000-20,000 cabinets only (DIY assembly). Pros: fast delivery 7-14 days, predictable quality, IKEA 25-year warranty. Cons: fixed dimensions (may not fit MY kitchens well), limited customisation. Custom carpentry: RM12,000-60,000. Pros: fits any space perfectly, local material choice. Cons: 4-8 week lead time, quality varies by contractor. For standard Malaysian kitchens 8-12ft, IKEA works. Odd shapes or premium finish = custom.