Kitchen Renovation in Abu Dhabi
Cabinetry, worktops and appliances planned around how the kitchen is actually used — with plumbing and electrical rough-in sequenced first, so sockets, taps and extraction land where they belong.
Quick answer: ALHUD renovates kitchens across Abu Dhabi — strip-out, plumbing and electrical rough-in, waterproofing, tiling, cabinetry, worktops, splashbacks, appliance integration, extraction and lighting. Typical projects run two to four weeks on site and AED 25,000 to AED 90,000 depending on cabinetry and worktop material. Free site visit, fixed written quote, 12-month workmanship warranty.
Why the Order of Work Decides the Result
The single most common kitchen mistake is fitting the units first and dealing with services afterwards. It works, technically. It also leaves sockets behind cabinet carcasses, a hob extractor ducted the long way round, and a sink positioned where the old waste happened to be.
ALHUD sequences it the other way. The layout is agreed first, then electrical and plumbing are moved to suit the layout, then waterproofing and tiling, and only then does joinery arrive. It costs slightly more at first fix and saves considerably more in daily use.
1. Survey and layout
Measured drawing, appliance schedule, and a working-triangle check against how you actually cook.
2. Strip-out and rough-in
Old units removed, water and waste relocated, circuits pulled for oven, hob, extractor and appliance sockets.
3. Tiling, cabinetry and worktop
Floor and wall finishes, carcass installation, templated worktop, splashback, then appliances and final connections.
Cabinetry and Worktop Options, Compared Honestly
What each option actually costs you in money, maintenance and lifespan — so the choice is yours rather than the showroom's.
| Option | Best for | Watch out for | Relative cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate on MDF | Rental units and tight budgets | Edge swelling if water reaches an unsealed cut | Lowest |
| Acrylic / high gloss | Bright, modern apartment kitchens | Fingerprints and fine scratches show | Mid |
| Lacquered joinery | Villa kitchens and bespoke colours | Longer lead time; site touch-ups are harder | High |
| Quartz worktop | Everyday family cooking | Direct hot pans can still mark the resin | Mid–high |
| Natural marble | Show kitchens and islands | Etches with lemon, vinegar and wine; needs sealing | High |
| Granite | Heavy-use kitchens | Fewer pale colour options; periodic sealing | Mid |
Every material in your quote is listed by brand, range and thickness — never as "or similar".
What a Kitchen Renovation Covers
- Removal and disposal of existing units, tiles and appliances
- Water supply and waste relocation, plus isolation valves
- Dedicated circuits for oven, hob, extractor and appliances
- Under-sink and wet-zone waterproofing
- Floor tiling and full-height or splashback wall finishes
- Base, wall and tall cabinetry with soft-close hardware
- Templated worktop with cut-outs and upstands
- Extraction ducted to an external point where possible
- Task, under-cabinet and ambient lighting circuits
- Appliance installation, testing and joint handover
Kitchen Renovation Questions, Answered
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Abu Dhabi?
Most kitchen renovations fall between AED 25,000 and AED 90,000. Laminate and MDF cabinetry with quartz worktops sits at the lower end; lacquered or veneer joinery, imported hardware and natural stone sits at the upper end. The quote is fixed after survey.
How long does a kitchen renovation take?
Two to four weeks on site for most kitchens. Cabinetry manufacture usually runs three to five weeks in parallel, before installation begins, so the full lead time from approved quote to finished kitchen is typically six to eight weeks.
Can I keep my existing kitchen layout?
Yes, and it is usually the cheaper choice because plumbing and electrical points stay where they are. Layout changes are worth the extra cost when the current arrangement forces you to cross the room between sink, hob and fridge.
Which worktop material is best for Abu Dhabi kitchens?
Engineered quartz handles daily use best: non-porous, stain resistant and stable under heat from a nearby hob. Natural marble looks superb but etches with lemon and vinegar. Granite sits between the two on both price and maintenance.
Do you supply the appliances as well?
ALHUD can supply and integrate appliances, or fit units you have bought yourself. Either way, appliance dimensions are confirmed before cabinetry is manufactured — a fridge that does not fit its recess is an expensive way to learn that lesson.
Planning a New Kitchen?
Send a photo of the current kitchen and a rough idea of the layout you want. A survey and fixed quote follow within 48 hours.