Updated 25 September 2026
Architrave cost UK 2026
The going rate for architrave in 2026 is £60–£100/door set (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£60–£100/door set
Worked example, 3 door set£212
Time on site3 h
Architrave calculator
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Market band source: Trade2Base.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| fit | Fit architrave set | 1 h per door set |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade choice | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architrave set per door | £10 MDF torus — Paint-ready | £15 Primed MDF ogee — Crisp profile | £25 Oak architrave — Natural finish |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-25. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Profile? MDF torus/ogee · primed MDF tall · hardwood
Good practice
- Lived-in home: time for dust sheets and moving furniture
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Uneven walls | bowing walls behind units or skirting | Out-of-true walls: extra scribing time |
| Possible lead paint | Thick, layered old paint on pre-1960 joinery? | Lead-safe paint prep. Possible lead paint: lead-safe prep, no dry sanding |
Questions
How much does architrave cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is £60–£100/door set (total, ex VAT), from Trade2Base. A worked example of 3 door set comes to about £193–£250 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does architrave take?
The worked example of 3 door set takes about 3 hours.
What changes the price of architrave?
Mainly size and access, plus any prep found on site: uneven walls, possible lead paint.