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Ceiling renovation cost Netherlands 2026 — price for new ceiling including labour
Current overview of ceiling renovation costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a new ceiling cost including labour, which types are available, what about asbestos ceilings? With cost tables.
Quick answer
Ceiling renovation costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 20 to € 80 per m² including labour depending on the type of work. A new plasterboard ceiling costs on average € 35–€ 60/m²; removing a textured (artex) ceiling costs € 15–€ 30/m².
Ceiling renovation costs by type
1. Price per m² including labour
| Work type | Cost per m² (incl. VAT + labour) | |---|---| | Textured/artex ceiling removal | € 15–€ 30/m² | | Skim coat and paint ceiling | € 12–€ 25/m² | | New plasterboard ceiling | € 35–€ 60/m² | | Suspended tile ceiling (office style) | € 30–€ 55/m² | | Lowered design ceiling (panels) | € 50–€ 100/m² | | Timber plank ceiling | € 45–€ 90/m² | | New plaster ceiling | € 25–€ 50/m² |
2. Sample costs per room (25 m²)
| Work | Total cost | |---|---| | Remove artex + repaint | € 700–€ 1,400 | | New plasterboard ceiling | € 900–€ 1,600 | | Suspended ceiling with spotlights | € 1,500–€ 3,000 |
Asbestos in textured ceilings
Textured/artex ceilings installed before 1994 may contain asbestos (chrysotile).
- Testing required before removal (€ 100–€ 200)
- Asbestos remediation if positive: € 25–€ 60/m² extra (certified contractor)
- DIY removal of asbestos-containing ceilings: prohibited
Tips for ceiling renovation
- Always test for asbestos in homes built before 1994 — no exceptions
- Board over existing ceiling — cheapest approach when the ceiling is flat
- Plan LED spotlights during a suspended ceiling installation — retrofitting is expensive
- Mark underfloor heating cables above — contractor must know their position
- Skimming is cheaper than replacing — for minor damage or discolouration
Permit for ceiling renovation
Ceiling renovation: no permit required.
Conclusion
Ceiling renovation costs in the Netherlands range from € 20 to € 80 per m² including labour. For a ceiling renovation as part of a complete home refurbishment, a coordinated project brief saves time and cost.
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