Gauteng Couple Breaks Down Material Costs of Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations for Under R100k

• A TikTok content creator and his partner shared a detailed breakdown of their home renovation costs
• The couple saved thousands by keeping existing cupboard frames and choosing laminated countertops over granite
• South Africans flooded the comments, asking for contractor details and praising the transparency

A young couple from Pretoria has captured South Africa's attention by sharing an honest breakdown of exactly how much their home renovation cost them.

Content creator @josephdelange987, known for his housing and real estate content, posted the viral video on the third of July alongside his partner, showing viewers every expense involved in transforming their kitchen and bathroom.

The video was shared with the caption:

"Here's our final renovation cost breakdown! 🛠️ We planned carefully, stuck to our budget, and made the changes we dreamed of. Hope this helps anyone taking on their own home project! Let us know what you think. 😊"

Read also

"We knew Cape Town was taking it" Man reviews 5 most expensive restaurants in SA, stunning viewers

The couple's kitchen makeover focused on smart upgrades rather than complete replacements. They kept the solid cupboard frames and only changed the face plates, giving the space a fresh look without breaking the bank. Their decision to use laminated countertops instead of granite saved them around R10,000, while reusing their existing sink kept expenses down further.

The kitchen costs included cupboard handles (R340), backsplash (R1,500), new tap (R1,100), countertops (R3,000), and new doors with face plates (R1,600), totalling R7,540.

The bathroom required a full renovation due to its dated layout. The couple invested more in this space to create a modern, functional area. They removed the old bathtub and installed a sleek shower, floating basin, and contemporary black fittings against white tiles and paint.

Bathroom expenses included shower glass panel (R2,150), mixer (R1,000), shower arm (R360), shower head (R700), drain (R400), toilet (R2,200), plumbing materials (R1,500), cabinet with a basin (R4,300), basin tap (R870), and various other fittings, reaching R20,069.

Read also

"Share ideas": Woman opens chats about careers that pay R30k and above after deductions

General renovation costs covered flooring, cement, and grout (R14,000), paint (R7,600), downlights (R1,500), switches (R800), plugs (R700), bedroom cupboard handles (R216), door handles (R400), labour (R24,000), tile delivery (R1,000), unexpected plumbing costs (R10,000), and miscellaneous materials (R1,500). The complete renovation totalled R90,125.

South Africans praise transparency

The video went viral with over 1,000 reactions and 80 comments, with viewers impressed by the couple's openness about costs.

@kgosigadi wrote:

"This is the content we need… Thank you for not hiding the prices."

🌸.. Lucy ..🌸 asked:

"I need to know the purchase price of the original property and the valuation or selling price of the property now? Was the work worth it? Was there a profit?"

@notYourAverageJoe (the creator) replied:

"This is our home for now, so we won't know how much the profit will be until we are ready to sell. But we bought the property for R800,000.🙏🏼"

@kobo commented:

Read also

"How much WiFi costs you monthly": Johannesburg man shares electricity saving tips on a WiFi router

"This is really nice breakdown - it gives an idea of what goes into a reno of this size. 🥺🥰"

@rae praised:

"You guys did such a beautiful job, I'm sure this will be such a beautiful thing to do together for many more investment properties to come🤎You guys are talented🤍🤎"

@mstheeneo asked:

"Looks great 😊 Do you mind sharing the details of the contractors used?"

Watch the TikTok clip below:

Other stories about home renovations

• Briefly News recently reported on a Cape Town woman who showcased a R5 million home that sparked massive outrage, with many South Africans questioning whether the luxury property was worth its hefty price tag.
• A generous South African man won hearts after funding his girlfriend's parents' bathroom renovation, with the touching gesture earning him praise from locals who called for blessings upon him.
• An Afrikaans couple impressed Mzansi with their DIY bathroom renovation skills, showing step-by-step progress that had social media users asking detailed questions about their impressive craftsmanship.

Source: Briefly News