27/10/2025 
Cost Compass
Laying carpet costs on average 77 Euro per square meter.
The price ranges from 27 to 127 Euro per square meter.
Carpet is a popular alternative to parquet, vinyl, and laminate. It is available in countless colors and materials, providing a wide range of options. Carpet has insulating properties and dampens impact noise better than most other floor coverings.
Factors influencing the price
The following factors can affect the cost of carpet installation:
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Area in square meters
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Material costs
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Labor costs
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Possible additional costs
How to save money
Even just removing and disposing of old carpet yourself can save a lot of money. With some DIY skills, you can also prepare and prime the subfloor yourself.
Labor costs
In addition to the carpet price, labor costs must be considered. Depending on the scope of work, these range from 9.50 to 43 Euro per square meter, including materials.
| Task | Cost |
|---|---|
| Remove and dispose of old carpet | 5–16 Euro/m² |
| Repair and prime subfloor | 3.50–13 Euro/m² |
| Fully glue carpet | 6–14 Euro/m² |
| Install carpet trims | 2–14 Euro per running meter |
Carpet costs
Carpets come in many types and colors. Depending on the material, the price ranges from 17 to 100 Euro per square meter.
| Carpet type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Needle felt | 17–60 Euro/m² |
| Bouclé yarn | 24–40 Euro/m² |
| Natural fiber/polyamide mix | 28–52 Euro/m² |
| Tufted carpet | 30–55 Euro/m² |
| Synthetic fiber/woven carpet | 24–40 Euro/m² |
| Natural fiber/wool/sisal | 35–100 Euro/m² |
Example calculation
A 20 m² living room is being renovated and will be covered with tufted carpet. The family can expect total costs of approximately 1,389 Euro.
| Task | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tufted carpet | 850 Euro |
| Prepare subfloor | 165 Euro |
| Glue carpet | 200 Euro |
| Install carpet trims | 144 Euro |
| Travel costs | 30 Euro |
| Total | 1,389 Euro |
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