How much does a flooring cost?

  • R300 – R800/sqm
    Laminate flooring (installed)
  • R1000 – R2500/sqm
    Wood flooring (installed)
  • R400 – R600/sqm
    Carpet (installed)
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Below are the informative prices of flooring. We've also examined what the quoted prices usually include and which factors affect the final price.


Laminate flooring (installed)

  • R300 – R800/sqm

This is the price per square metre for a laminate flooring, installed. The price includes the cost of laminate floorboards and the labour and installation material cost. The total cost largely depends on the chosen laminate. Laminate flooring is a cost-efficient alternative to hardwood flooring as it provides a good imitation of wood but without the high price tag. There are also other imitations of laminate flooring available such as imitations of stone, concrete, tile, etc. The cost of a laminate flooring typically runs from R300/sqm to R800/sqm, averaging at R600/sqm.

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Vinyl flooring (installed)

  • R500 – R800/sqm

This is the price per square metre for a vinyl flooring, installed. The price includes the cost of vinyl and the labour and installation material cost. The total cost largely depends on the quality of the chosen vinyl, the installer and project scope. Vinyl is a more affordable flooring option but not particularly eco-friendly. A wide variety of colors and patterns are available. For a vinyl flooring, expect to pay between R500/sqm and R800/sqm.

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Wood flooring (installed)

  • R1000 – R2500/sqm

This is the price per square metre for a wood flooring, installed. The price includes the cost of hardwood floorboards and the labour and installation material cost. The total cost largely depends on the chosen wood specie. Hardwood flooring is typically pricier than other types of flooring such as laminate, vinyl, carpet, etc.). Wood flooring costs range between R1000/sqm and R2500/sqm with an average of R1800/sqm.

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Bamboo flooring (installed)

  • R500 – R1000/sqm

This is the price per square metre for a bamboo flooring, installed. The price includes the cost of the bamboo boards and the labour and installation material cost. The total cost largely depends on the quality and brand of the chosen bamboo. Good quality bamboo floors are extremely durable and come in a variety of different stains, colors, and prints. The cost of a bamboo flooring typically runs from R500/sqm to R1000/sqm, averaging at R800/sqm.

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Carpet (installed)

  • R400 – R600/sqm

This is the price per square metre for a new carpet, installed. The price includes the cost of the carpet itself and the labour and installation material cost. The total cost largely depends on the chosen carpet material. The cost of a carpet typically runs from R400/sqm to R600/sqm, averaging at R500/sqm.

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Flooring installation

  • R88 – R300/sqm

This is the price for flooring installation per square metre. Prices largely depend on the type of flooring selected, the contractor, the scope of the project, and difficulty of installation. For example, installing hardwood flooring is more demanding and therefore more expensive than installing other types of flooring (laminate, vinyl, linoleum, etc.). Flooring installation costs range between R88/sqm and R300/sqm with an average of R200/sqm.

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Recent jobs for flooring

Wood flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Vanderbijlpark
  • Approx. floor size: 200 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: Yes
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

Bamboo flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Despatch
  • Approx. floor size: 210 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: Yes
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

I need some thing hard wearing easy to clean affordable prices oak or maple wood finish

Laminate flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Morningside
  • Approx. floor size: 22 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: Yes
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

Laminate flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Ekurhuleni
  • Approx. floor size: 50 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: I will discuss this with the Pro

Laminate flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Welverdiend, Midvaal
  • Approx. floor size: 40 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: I will discuss this with the Pro
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

I now live in an old farm house in which the carpets are very old and very stinky. I have a budget. I got a quote for vinyl flooring with skirting amd sealant and self-leveling, but it's too far above my budget. I'm willing to do laminate and see what's the best quote I can get. I wanted sealant because there seems to be water coming in, but we've sealed the roof and the courtyards where there's water build up during rain.

Vinyl flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Lakeside, Muizenberg
  • Approx. floor size: 75 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: I will discuss this with the Pro
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

3 bedrooms, passage and bathroom over existing tiles

Laminate flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Cape Town
  • Approx. floor size: 200 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: Yes
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

New floor laminate

Laminate flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Springs
  • Approx. floor size: 120 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: No, I just need the installation
  • When do you need this service?: As soon as possible

I have no idea about the size it’s three bedrooms and a passage. It could be include other rooms. So someone needs to come and measure.

Laminate flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: Oudtshoorn
  • Approx. floor size: 48 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: Yes
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

It's 48 square meters x 6 rooms.

Vinyl flooring

  • City (or suburb) where you need the service: 40 km outside Rustenburg on a farm outside Boshoek
  • Approx. floor size: 120 sqm
  • Do you want the Pro to supply the flooring?: Yes
  • When do you need this service?: I'm flexible

Need durable flooring that can handle farmlife and don't show dirt like muddy dog paws.