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Kitchen countertop cost Netherlands 2026 — price for new worktop including fitting
Current overview of kitchen countertop costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a new worktop cost including installation, which materials are available, and what are the key tips?
Quick answer
Kitchen countertop replacement costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 400 to € 3,500 including fitting for a standard kitchen (approx. 3 m worktop). A composite or ceramic worktop costs on average € 800–€ 2,000 installed.
Worktop costs by material
1. Complete including fitting (3 m worktop)
| Worktop material | Price per linear m | Total 3 m (incl. fitting) | |---|---|---| | Laminate (standard) | € 60–€ 120/m | € 400–€ 700 | | HPL compact (Trespa / Formica) | € 100–€ 180/m | € 600–€ 1,000 | | Composite (Silestone, Dekton) | € 200–€ 400/m | € 1,000–€ 2,000 | | Ceramic (Laminam, Porcelain) | € 250–€ 500/m | € 1,200–€ 2,500 | | Natural stone (granite, basalt) | € 300–€ 600/m | € 1,500–€ 3,000 | | Marble | € 400–€ 800/m | € 2,000–€ 3,500+ | | Solid wood (oak, bamboo) | € 150–€ 300/m | € 800–€ 1,500 |
2. Additional costs
| Item | Cost | |---|---| | Remove old worktop | € 80–€ 200 | | Sink cutout (extra) | € 100–€ 200 | | Hob cutout | € 80–€ 150 | | Silicone sealing around edges | included |
Tips for replacing a worktop
- Composite = best value — scratch-resistant, heat-resistant, low maintenance
- Ceramic is the most durable — handles everything; only risk is cracking from a hard blow
- Laminate for tight budgets — but not resistant to steam and water at the joint
- Wooden worktops need maintenance — annual oiling; avoid placing next to the sink
- Check the depth — standard NL is 60 cm; kitchen islands can be 90 cm
Permit for countertop replacement
Replacing a kitchen worktop: no permit required.
Conclusion
Kitchen countertop costs in the Netherlands range from € 400 to € 3,500 for a standard kitchen. For a worktop replacement as part of a full kitchen renovation, a coordinated project brief saves time and cost.
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