Bathroom Remodel Cost: Wall-Hung Toilet, Double Vanity, Heated Floor
A typical bathroom remodel runs {range:bathroom-remodel:mid}. Here is what a wall-hung toilet, double vanity and heated floor add to that budget.
A mid-range bathroom remodel typically costs $13,600, with most projects landing between $10,600 – $17,600 before sales tax. Basic jobs start around $10,100 and premium ones reach $18,600. Those figures assume a 5 m² (about 54 sq ft) bathroom. The three add-ons readers ask about most, a wall-hung toilet, a double vanity and electric floor heating, each move the total in different ways.
Our main guide to [bathroom remodel costs](Bathroom remodel) covers the baseline. This article is about the upgrades that sit on top of it, and which ones deserve a place in your budget.
How we price the add-ons
We build each estimate from labor hours multiplied by local rates, plus materials, then check the result against market prices and real quotes. Every add-on is modeled as a change to the standard remodel, so you can see what the option itself costs once the rest of the room is held constant. All figures are before sales tax, which varies by state.
The three options at a glance
| Upgrade | Standard choice | Upgrade choice |
|---|---|---|
| Toilet | Floor-mounted: $13,600 | Wall-hung with in-wall carrier: $14,300 |
| Vanity | Single: $13,600 | Double (two sinks): $15,500 |
| Floor heating | None: $13,600 | Electric underfloor: $14,300 |
Each figure is the typical mid-range total for the whole remodel with that single choice applied. Subtract the standard-choice figure from the upgrade figure to see the add-on's cost. The difference is what matters, not the total.
Wall-hung toilet
A wall-hung toilet needs a steel carrier frame inside the wall, which holds the tank and supports the bowl. That changes the plumbing and framing, not just the fixture.
- Pros: easier floor cleaning, a lighter look in small rooms, and flexible seat height.
- Cons: a deeper wall or a built-out section is often needed, and a future repair means opening access to the carrier.
- Best timing: only worth it when the wall is already open. Retrofitting after the remodel means tearing out finished tile.
Because it relocates or reworks plumbing, expect a local permit. Plumbing, electrical and structural changes usually need one.
Double vanity
A double vanity pays off in a shared bathroom, but only if the room is wide enough. Two sinks generally need a wide run of wall, so check the layout before you commit. In a compact bathroom, a single vanity with more counter and storage often works better than two cramped basins.
The extra cost comes from the larger cabinet and top, a second faucet and drain, and more plumbing time. If your current plumbing sits in the center of the wall, moving to two sinks can mean rerouting supply and drain lines, which pushes the bill higher.
Electric floor heating
Electric underfloor heating is laid as a mat or cable under the tile. It is usually installed during the remodel because it needs the floor stripped and leveled anyway.
- It needs its own electrical circuit, so factor in electrician time and a permit.
- It suits tile and stone best. Check the manufacturer's rules before putting it under other flooring.
- Running costs depend on your utility rates and how long you leave it on, so a timer or thermostat helps.
If you are also reworking the electrical system, our [house rewiring guide](House rewiring) shows how that work is priced. For flooring choices that pair well with heat, see the [flooring installation guide](Flooring installation).
Building a realistic budget
- Start with the mid-range figure, $13,600, and the range around it.
- Add only the options you will use daily. A heated floor is a comfort item. A double vanity solves a real morning-rush problem. A wall-hung toilet is mostly about looks and cleaning.
- Keep a contingency. Opening walls and floors can uncover rot, old plumbing or wiring that needs fixing.
- Combine upgrades. Wall-hung toilet and heated floor both need the room stripped, so doing them together avoids paying for the same demolition twice.
Check your quote
Once you have contractor prices, run them through our quote checker (the "is my quote fair" tool). It compares your figure against our model and flags where an add-on looks priced well above or below the norm. Ask each contractor to list the toilet, vanity and floor heating as separate lines so you can compare like with like.
What to do next
Decide which of the three upgrades you will actually notice every day, ask for them as separate line items, and keep the rest of the budget at the mid-range level. If your project is a bigger overhaul, our [kitchen remodel guide](Kitchen remodel) shows how the same approach works in the other most expensive room.