Quick answer: In 2026, house finishing in Lahore typically costs PKR 2,800 to 3,500 per sq ft for standard, PKR 3,500 to 4,800 for premium and PKR 5,000 to 6,500+ for luxury finishing, including material and labour. Finishing usually makes up 50 to 60 percent of a complete house budget, so it is where careful choices save the most money.
Finishing starts once the grey structure is complete. It includes everything you see and touch: floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, kitchen, bathrooms, lights and the front elevation.
Finishing Packages Compared
| Item | Standard | Premium | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flooring | Local porcelain or ceramic tiles | Large-format porcelain, local marble | Imported porcelain slabs, premium marble, engineered wood |
| Walls and paint | Putty, primer and emulsion | Premium emulsion, some feature walls | Designer finishes, wall panelling, textured coatings |
| Ceilings | Plain plaster with paint | Gypsum false ceilings in main areas | Designed ceilings with cove lighting throughout |
| Doors | Flush or semi-solid doors | Solid wood or high-quality veneer | Custom solid wood, pivot main door |
| Windows | Standard aluminium or uPVC, single glazing | Better aluminium or uPVC, some double glazing | Thermally broken aluminium, double glazing |
| Kitchen | Laminated cabinets, local granite | Lacquered or acrylic cabinets, quartz top | Custom modular kitchen, imported hardware |
| Bathrooms | Local sanitary ware | Branded sanitary ware, concealed cisterns | Imported fittings, rain showers, wall-hung fixtures |
| Electrical | Local switches, standard LED lights | Branded switches, designed lighting | Smart switches, automation, architectural lighting |
| Rate per sq ft | PKR 2,800 - 3,500 | PKR 3,500 - 4,800 | PKR 5,000 - 6,500+ |
Where the Finishing Budget Goes
| Category | Typical share of finishing cost |
|---|---|
| Flooring and wall tiles | 18 - 24% |
| Doors, windows and wood work | 15 - 20% |
| Kitchen and wardrobes | 12 - 16% |
| Bathrooms and sanitary fittings | 10 - 14% |
| Paint, putty and ceilings | 10 - 14% |
| Electrical fittings and lighting | 6 - 9% |
| Front elevation and exterior | 8 - 12% |
| Railings, staircase finish and miscellaneous | 4 - 6% |
Finishing Cost Examples
| House | Covered area | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 marla double storey | 2,000 sq ft | PKR 56 - 70 lakh | PKR 70 - 96 lakh |
| 10 marla double storey | 3,400 sq ft | PKR 95 lakh - 1.19 crore | PKR 1.19 - 1.63 crore |
| 1 kanal double storey | 6,000 sq ft | PKR 1.68 - 2.10 crore | PKR 2.10 - 2.88 crore |
Add these to grey-structure cost to get a complete budget. See our Lahore construction cost guide.
7 Ways to Control Finishing Cost
- Set allowances in writing: For example, a tile rate per sq ft or a door rate per unit, so upgrades are visible and priced.
- Spend where you touch daily: Kitchen, main bathroom and flooring deserve a bigger budget than guest areas.
- Standardize sizes: Standard door and window sizes reduce custom fabrication cost.
- Choose local premium over imported basic: Good local porcelain and sanitary ware often outperform cheap imports.
- Finalize the lighting plan before ceilings: Late changes mean breaking gypsum and repainting.
- Design the elevation smartly: A modern facade with fewer materials can look premium. See elevation material costs.
- Phase non-essentials: Feature walls, landscaping and some furniture can follow after you move in.
Finishing Mistakes That Cost the Most
- Tiling over plumbing that was never pressure-tested.
- Painting before seepage and dampness are fixed.
- Fitting the kitchen before final appliance sizes are confirmed.
- Choosing finishes room by room without a design plan, which leads to mismatched results.
Use our quality checklist before each finishing stage and see interior design costs in Lahore if you plan custom interiors.
Planet Builders handles finishing as part of turnkey construction or as a standalone package, with design support from our architecture and interiors team.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the finishing cost per sq ft in Lahore in 2026?
Standard finishing typically costs PKR 2,800 to 3,500 per sq ft, premium PKR 3,500 to 4,800, and luxury PKR 5,000 to 6,500 or more.
Is finishing more expensive than grey structure?
Usually yes. Finishing generally costs as much as or more than the grey structure and makes up 50 to 60 percent of the total budget.
How long does finishing take?
For a 10 marla house, finishing typically takes 6 to 9 months, depending on decisions, material availability and woodwork.
Can I do finishing in phases?
Yes. Many owners complete essential finishing first and add feature walls, landscaping and some fittings later. Concealed work such as plumbing and wiring must be completed first.
Ready to finish your home? Contact Planet Builders & Interiors for an itemized finishing estimate.