If you’re renovating, replacing or updating tired or damaged flooring is an excellent way to instantly transform a room. However, if you’re working to a budget, many type of floor coverings are simply out of the question.
That’s why so many home renovations are turning to vinyl flooring as an affordable flooring solution that is practical, durable and looks great.
If you’re considering installing vinyl floors in your home or investment property, here’s everything you need to know to accurately estimate how much it will cost.
How Much Does Vinyl Flooring Cost Per Sqr M?
The price range of vinyl flooring is usually anywhere between $15 to $50 per square meter.
Vinyl sheets or tiles are typically the most affordable option, but they’re not for everyone. For homeowners looking for a more luxurious option, vinyl planks are the way to go. The plank design allows them to mimic the look of real timber flooring, at a fraction of the price of natural timber or timber veneer planks.
When you compare this to the cost of installing other popular flooring options, vinyl flooring is a very competitive alternative. The following table shows how much you can save by opting for vinyl floors.
Cost Comparison
| Type Of Flooring | Average Cost Per Sq M. (Materials Not Including Underlay) | Average Installation Cost Per Square Metre |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $15-$50 | $0 |
| Natural timber | $65-$155 | $50-$95 |
| Timber veneer planks | $40-$100 | $25-$35 |
| Tiles | $30-$150 | $30-$120 |
| Carpet | $20-$250 | $25-45 |
Other Things to Consider When Calculating the Cost of Vinyl Flooring
As with any type of renovation, there are a range of factors that can affect the completed cost of the project. When calculating the cost of vinyl flooring, you’ll also need to take the following factors into account:
● Your chosen installation method - The cost of installation often represents one of the largest portions of the total cost of replacing flooring, but the beauty of vinyl flooring is that it’s so easy to install that most homeowners can manage the entire installation themselves and never need to engage a vinyl floor installer.
● Whether you use underlay - Some types of vinyl flooring require the use of a rubber underlay to improve comfort and acoustic performance.
● Whether you opt for self-adhesive boards - Vinyl plank flooring prices can vary according to the type of plank you choose. DIY self-adhesive vinyl flooring typically costs more than non-adhesive budget vinyl flooring, however, they do usually come with an in-built underlay or rubber wear layer and there’s also no need for messy glues which makes installation a breeze.
● The type and condition of the flooring you’re laying them over - If the existing floor surface is in good condition, you’ll most likely be able to lay the vinyl flooring directly on top. However, if the existing floor is carpeted or uneven, you’ll need to account for the additional cost of surface preparation, such as the cost of removing the old carpets or using a floor levelling compound to create an even surface prior to installation.
The Affordable Way to Update Your Flooring
At Ustik flooring, our range of quality vinyl flooring starts from as little as $15 per square meter, making it a very affordable way to update your flooring.
Mimicking the look of real hardwood flooring in a wide range of colour options, it looks so good that most people won’t even notice the difference!
Whether you opt for our traditional loose lay vinyl planks or you’d prefer the ease and convenience of our self-adhesive vinyl planks, it’s entirely up to you.
Check out our range of luxury vinyl planks at Ustik to get started.