The installation of a shower cabin costs on average 2,300 Euros.
The price range for installing a shower cabin is between 1,000 and 3,600 Euros.
For many people, a daily shower is a true wellness experience. Whether it’s a round shower, corner shower, walk-in shower, or a floor-level shower, the model options seem nearly endless. How much you ultimately spend depends largely on which model you choose and whether an existing shower needs to be removed beforehand.
The following factors can also affect the total cost:
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Shape of the shower
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Type of shower
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Qualification and expertise of the craftsmen
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Additional costs
How much does it cost to install a floor-level shower?
Installing a shower involves several steps, each with different costs.
The table below provides an overview of the costs for installing a floor-level shower:
| Service and Materials | Cost |
|---|---|
| Wet area waterproofing | 7 to 24 €/m² |
| Corner sealing tape | 3 to 13 €/m |
| Pipe sealing sleeve | 2 to 14 €/piece |
| Floor drain sealing sleeve | 9 to 36 €/piece |
| Wall tiling | 35 to 190 €/m² |
| Glass shower partition | 1,175 to 2,100 €/piece |
| Plastic shower partition | 680 to 1,490 €/piece |
| Single-lever shower mixer | 160 to 740 €/piece |
| Floor-level shower drain | 515 to 890 €/piece |
| Silicone joint | 3 to 8 €/m |
How much does it cost to install a shower with a bathtub?
Installing a shower with a bathtub also involves several work steps, each with different costs.
The table below shows the costs for installing a shower with a bathtub:
| Service and Materials | Cost |
|---|---|
| Wet area waterproofing | 7 to 24 €/m² |
| Corner sealing tape | 3 to 13 €/m |
| Pipe sealing sleeve | 2 to 14 €/piece |
| Floor drain sealing sleeve | 9 to 36 €/piece |
| Steel bathtub with drainage set, 80×80 | 165 to 440 €/piece |
| Steel bathtub with drainage set, 90×90 | 220 to 605 €/piece |
| Steel bathtub with drainage set, 100×100 | 275 to 670 €/piece |
| Steel bathtub with drainage set, 100×80 | 425 to 750 €/piece |
| Wall tiling | 35 to 190 €/m² |
| Shower tray tiling | 35 to 190 €/m² |
| Glass shower partition | 1,175 to 2,100 €/piece |
| Plastic shower partition | 680 to 1,490 €/piece |
| Single-lever shower mixer | 160 to 740 €/piece |
| Silicone joint | 3 to 8 €/m |
What travel costs should I plan for?
If the work location is outside the service area, many craftsmen charge a travel fee. Depending on the region, this can range between 10 and 50 Euros.
What additional costs can arise?
If the old bathtub including the drainage set must first be removed and disposed of, the craftsman charges between 31 and 53 Euros for this service.
Example calculation: How costs are divided
During a renovation, a new shower is installed in the bathroom. A 100×100 cm bathtub and a plastic shower partition were chosen. The expected costs are as follows:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Wet area waterproofing | 35 € |
| Corner sealing tape | 7 € |
| Pipe sealing sleeve | 2 € |
| Floor drain sealing sleeve | 9 € |
| Steel bathtub, 100×100 cm | 275 € |
| Wall tiling | 200 € |
| Shower tray tiling | 6 € |
| Plastic shower partition | 700 € |
| Single-lever shower mixer | 200 € |
| Silicone for wet areas | 32 € |
| Craftsman travel fee | 10 € |
| Total | 1,467 € |