Building material prices
Material and labor ranges by work type and grade. Labor = official market wage (published 2026-09-01) × labor input per unit; materials and labor input are estimates.
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BasicDemolition & disposal
Demolition and waste disposal
Removal of existing finishes
- Material
- ₩0
- Labor
- ₩18,000 ~ ₩24,940
- Total
- ₩18,000 ~ ₩24,940
Demolition worker·General laborer avg. ₩216,903/day × 0.083–0.115 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
StandardDemolition & disposal
Demolition with protection
Includes elevator and hallway protection
- Material
- ₩1,000 ~ ₩2,000
- Labor
- ₩21,910 ~ ₩29,930
- Total
- ₩22,910 ~ ₩31,930
Demolition worker·General laborer avg. ₩216,903/day × 0.101–0.138 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
PremiumDemolition & disposal
Precision low-noise demolition
Uses equipment that minimizes complaints
- Material
- ₩2,000 ~ ₩3,000
- Labor
- ₩29,930 ~ ₩39,910
- Total
- ₩31,930 ~ ₩42,910
Demolition worker·General laborer avg. ₩216,903/day × 0.138–0.184 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
BasicWindows (sash)Made to measurePetrochemical-based
Standard PVC windows
Basic insulation
- Material
- ₩110,000 ~ ₩150,000
- Labor
- ₩30,030 ~ ₩39,970
- Total
- ₩140,030 ~ ₩189,970
Window installer·General laborer avg. ₩225,792/day × 0.133–0.177 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
StandardWindows (sash)Made to measurePetrochemical-based
Branded double-glazed windows
Better insulation and soundproofing, lower heating bills
- Material
- ₩170,000 ~ ₩230,000
- Labor
- ₩39,970 ~ ₩55,090
- Total
- ₩209,970 ~ ₩285,090
Window installer·General laborer avg. ₩225,792/day × 0.177–0.244 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
PremiumWindows (sash)Made to measurePetrochemical-based
High-insulation system windows
Top energy-efficiency class
- Material
- ₩280,000 ~ ₩380,000
- Labor
- ₩55,090 ~ ₩70,000
- Total
- ₩335,090 ~ ₩450,000
Window installer·General laborer avg. ₩225,792/day × 0.244–0.31 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
BasicElectrical & outletsDomestic factory
Outlet and switch replacement
Mainly covers and parts
- Material
- ₩3,000 ~ ₩5,000
- Labor
- ₩5,000 ~ ₩7,010
- Total
- ₩8,000 ~ ₩12,010
Electrician avg. ₩276,108/day × 0.0181–0.0254 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
StandardElectrical & outletsDomestic factory
Rewiring and added outlets
Replaces part of the aging wiring
- Material
- ₩6,000 ~ ₩9,000
- Labor
- ₩8,010 ~ ₩10,990
- Total
- ₩14,010 ~ ₩19,990
Electrician avg. ₩276,108/day × 0.029–0.0398 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
PremiumElectrical & outletsDomestic factory
Smart switches and home IoT
App-controlled lights and standby power cut-off
- Material
- ₩12,000 ~ ₩18,000
- Labor
- ₩10,000 ~ ₩14,000
- Total
- ₩22,000 ~ ₩32,000
Electrician avg. ₩276,108/day × 0.0362–0.0507 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
BasicBathroomLargely importedDomestic factory
Overlay partial refresh
Installed over existing tiles, short work time
- Material
- ₩1.8M ~ ₩2.5M
- Labor
- ₩700,790 ~ ₩1M
- Total
- ₩2.5M ~ ₩3.5M
Tiler·Waterproofer·Sanitary fitter·Plumber·General laborer avg. ₩253,909/day × 2.76–3.94 worker-days per unit
per set
StandardBathroomLargely importedDomestic factory
Full strip-out remodel
New waterproofing from scratch to prevent leaks
- Material
- ₩3M ~ ₩4M
- Labor
- ₩1.5M ~ ₩2M
- Total
- ₩4.5M ~ ₩6M
Tiler·Waterproofer·Sanitary fitter·Plumber·General laborer avg. ₩253,909/day × 5.91–7.88 worker-days per unit
per set
PremiumBathroomLargely importedDomestic factory
Large tiles + imported fixtures
Hotel-style finish
- Material
- ₩5.5M ~ ₩7.5M
- Labor
- ₩2M ~ ₩2.8M
- Total
- ₩7.5M ~ ₩10.3M
Tiler·Waterproofer·Sanitary fitter·Plumber·General laborer avg. ₩253,909/day × 7.88–11 worker-days per unit
per set
BasicKitchenDomestic factoryLargely imported
PET-door kitchen cabinets
Upper and lower cabinets with basic countertop
- Material
- ₩2.5M ~ ₩3.5M
- Labor
- ₩599,240 ~ ₩898,860
- Total
- ₩3.1M ~ ₩4.4M
Interior finisher·Plumber·General laborer avg. ₩239,697/day × 2.5–3.75 worker-days per unit
per set
StandardKitchenDomestic factoryLargely imported
High-gloss + engineered stone
The most popular combination
- Material
- ₩4.5M ~ ₩6M
- Labor
- ₩898,860 ~ ₩1.3M
- Total
- ₩5.4M ~ ₩7.3M
Interior finisher·Plumber·General laborer avg. ₩239,697/day × 3.75–5.42 worker-days per unit
per set
PremiumKitchenDomestic factoryLargely imported
Ceramic top + imported hardware
Heat- and scratch-resistant with a premium look
- Material
- ₩9M ~ ₩14M
- Labor
- ₩1.5M ~ ₩2.2M
- Total
- ₩10.5M ~ ₩16.2M
Interior finisher·Plumber·General laborer avg. ₩239,697/day × 6.26–9.18 worker-days per unit
per set
BasicTiles (entry & balcony)Largely imported
Domestic ceramic tile
Basic tile for entry and balcony
- Material
- ₩18,000 ~ ₩25,000
- Labor
- ₩24,990 ~ ₩35,070
- Total
- ₩42,990 ~ ₩60,070
Tiler·General laborer avg. ₩257,875/day × 0.0969–0.136 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
StandardTiles (entry & balcony)Largely imported
Porcelain tile
Low water absorption and hard-wearing
- Material
- ₩30,000 ~ ₩45,000
- Labor
- ₩29,910 ~ ₩39,970
- Total
- ₩59,910 ~ ₩84,970
Tiler·General laborer avg. ₩257,875/day × 0.116–0.155 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
PremiumTiles (entry & balcony)Largely imported
Large imported porcelain
Fewer joints for a premium look
- Material
- ₩60,000 ~ ₩100,000
- Labor
- ₩39,970 ~ ₩54,930
- Total
- ₩99,970 ~ ₩154,930
Tiler·General laborer avg. ₩257,875/day × 0.155–0.213 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
BasicEntry partition doorMade to measure
Standard sliding partition door
Blocks cold air and noise from the entrance
- Material
- ₩900,000 ~ ₩1.2M
- Labor
- ₩200,000 ~ ₩301,060
- Total
- ₩1.1M ~ ₩1.5M
Window installer·General laborer avg. ₩233,377/day × 0.857–1.29 worker-days per unit
per each
StandardEntry partition doorMade to measure
Triple-linked sliding door
Opens wide and saves space
- Material
- ₩1.5M ~ ₩2M
- Labor
- ₩301,060 ~ ₩399,070
- Total
- ₩1.8M ~ ₩2.4M
Window installer·General laborer avg. ₩233,377/day × 1.29–1.71 worker-days per unit
per each
PremiumEntry partition doorMade to measure
Ultra-slim automatic door
Slim frame with automatic opening
- Material
- ₩2.8M ~ ₩4M
- Labor
- ₩399,070 ~ ₩599,780
- Total
- ₩3.2M ~ ₩4.6M
Window installer·General laborer avg. ₩233,377/day × 1.71–2.57 worker-days per unit
per each
BasicInterior doorsDomestic factory
Door film refresh
Applies a film over existing doors
- Material
- ₩60,000 ~ ₩90,000
- Labor
- ₩59,980 ~ ₩79,890
- Total
- ₩119,980 ~ ₩169,890
Interior finisher·Carpenter·General laborer avg. ₩248,889/day × 0.241–0.321 worker-days per unit
per each
StandardInterior doorsDomestic factory
ABS door replacement
Moisture-resistant and light
- Material
- ₩180,000 ~ ₩250,000
- Labor
- ₩79,890 ~ ₩100,050
- Total
- ₩259,890 ~ ₩350,050
Interior finisher·Carpenter·General laborer avg. ₩248,889/day × 0.321–0.402 worker-days per unit
per each
PremiumInterior doorsDomestic factory
Solid wood or hidden doors
Premium finish with concealed frames
- Material
- ₩400,000 ~ ₩650,000
- Labor
- ₩119,960 ~ ₩160,040
- Total
- ₩519,960 ~ ₩810,040
Interior finisher·Carpenter·General laborer avg. ₩248,889/day × 0.482–0.643 worker-days per unit
per each
BasicWallpaperPetrochemical-based
Paper wallpaper
Cheap and quick to install, stains easily
- Material
- ₩2,500 ~ ₩3,500
- Labor
- ₩5,010 ~ ₩6,500
- Total
- ₩7,510 ~ ₩10,000
Paperhanger avg. ₩229,833/day × 0.0218–0.0283 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
StandardWallpaperPetrochemical-based
Vinyl (silk) wallpaper
Wipeable with less visible seams
- Material
- ₩4,500 ~ ₩6,500
- Labor
- ₩7,490 ~ ₩9,490
- Total
- ₩11,990 ~ ₩15,990
Paperhanger avg. ₩229,833/day × 0.0326–0.0413 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
PremiumWallpaperPetrochemical-based
Eco-friendly or imported wallpaper
Low emissions and wide design choice
- Material
- ₩9,000 ~ ₩15,000
- Labor
- ₩9,010 ~ ₩12,000
- Total
- ₩18,010 ~ ₩27,000
Paperhanger avg. ₩229,833/day × 0.0392–0.0522 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
BasicFlooringLargely importedDomestic factory
Vinyl sheet (PVC 2.2 mm)
Affordable and water-resistant, but scratches easily
- Material
- ₩8,000 ~ ₩12,000
- Labor
- ₩5,010 ~ ₩7,010
- Total
- ₩13,010 ~ ₩19,010
Flooring installer·General laborer avg. ₩240,880/day × 0.0208–0.0291 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
StandardFlooringLargely importedDomestic factory
Laminated wood floor (gangmaru)
The most common apartment floor. Good balance of durability and texture
- Material
- ₩20,000 ~ ₩28,000
- Labor
- ₩9,010 ~ ₩12,000
- Total
- ₩29,010 ~ ₩40,000
Flooring installer·General laborer avg. ₩240,880/day × 0.0374–0.0498 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
PremiumFlooringLargely importedDomestic factory
Solid wood floor
Natural wood feel. Expensive and needs humidity care
- Material
- ₩55,000 ~ ₩85,000
- Labor
- ₩15,010 ~ ₩21,990
- Total
- ₩70,010 ~ ₩106,990
Flooring installer·General laborer avg. ₩240,880/day × 0.0623–0.0913 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
BasicLightingDomestic factoryLargely imported
LED flat panels
Basic LED replacement throughout
- Material
- ₩7,000 ~ ₩10,000
- Labor
- ₩3,010 ~ ₩5,000
- Total
- ₩10,010 ~ ₩15,000
Electrician avg. ₩276,108/day × 0.0109–0.0181 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
StandardLightingDomestic factoryLargely imported
Designer LED + indirect lighting
Improves living room and kitchen ambiance
- Material
- ₩13,000 ~ ₩18,000
- Labor
- ₩5,000 ~ ₩8,010
- Total
- ₩18,000 ~ ₩26,010
Electrician avg. ₩276,108/day × 0.0181–0.029 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
PremiumLightingDomestic factoryLargely imported
Recessed and line lighting
Premium lighting including ceiling work
- Material
- ₩25,000 ~ ₩35,000
- Labor
- ₩10,000 ~ ₩14,000
- Total
- ₩35,000 ~ ₩49,000
Electrician avg. ₩276,108/day × 0.0362–0.0507 worker-days per unit
per floor ㎡
BasicBalcony paintingPetrochemical-based
Standard water-based paint
Basic balcony wall coating
- Material
- ₩4,000 ~ ₩6,000
- Labor
- ₩7,990 ~ ₩10,000
- Total
- ₩11,990 ~ ₩16,000
Painter avg. ₩268,225/day × 0.0298–0.0373 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
StandardBalcony paintingPetrochemical-based
Elastic coating
Resists condensation, mold and cracks
- Material
- ₩7,000 ~ ₩10,000
- Labor
- ₩10,000 ~ ₩14,000
- Total
- ₩17,000 ~ ₩24,000
Painter avg. ₩268,225/day × 0.0373–0.0522 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
PremiumBalcony paintingPetrochemical-based
Eco functional coating
Adds antibacterial and insulating properties
- Material
- ₩12,000 ~ ₩18,000
- Labor
- ₩11,990 ~ ₩16,010
- Total
- ₩23,990 ~ ₩34,010
Painter avg. ₩268,225/day × 0.0447–0.0597 worker-days per unit
per ㎡
Prices are reference estimates that vary by brand, site conditions and volume. Compare supplier quotes before buying. Origins show the general pattern and vary by manufacturer.
Price basis and sources
Labor = official market wage × labor input per unit. Labor input, materials and trade mix are estimates not yet checked against official data, so treat amounts as reference ranges.
- OfficialConstruction Association of Korea, 2026 H2 Construction Wage Survey (market wage rates, published 2026-09-01, surveyed May 2026)Source
- EstimateLabor input per unit (worker-days)To be checked against MOLIT's Standard Construction Estimating Guide
- EstimateTrade mix per work typeTo be checked against actual site data
- EstimateMaterial costsTo be checked against Public Procurement Service price data and price guides
- EstimateMaterial logistics (delivery, travel, hoisting, waste removal)To be replaced with partner supplier quotes and anonymous quote-check data
- EstimateRegion and occupied-home factors, 7% overhead
Construction Association of Korea, 2026 H2 Construction Wage Survey (market wage rates, published 2026-09-01, surveyed May 2026)
| 1002 | General laborer | ₩172,698 |
| 5014 | Demolition worker | ₩261,108 |
| 1024 | Window installer | ₩248,547 |
| 1075 | Electrician | ₩276,108 |
| 1028 | Tiler | ₩294,379 |
| 1029 | Painter | ₩268,225 |
| 1030 | Interior finisher | ₩258,904 |
| 1031 | Paperhanger | ₩229,833 |
| 1026 | Waterproofer | ₩233,163 |
| 1039 | Plumber | ₩249,073 |
| 1042 | Sanitary fitter | ₩221,435 |
| 1023 | Carpenter | ₩282,990 |
| 5012 | Flooring installer * | ₩257,926 |