Laying Vinyl: How much does it cost?

Laying vinyl costs on average 39 Euros per square meter.

Vinyl installation ranges between 33 and 45 Euros per square meter.

Vinyl – the all-round PVC-based flooring. Whether for the kitchen, living room, or bathroom, vinyl is versatile and comes in a wide variety of designs. With proper care, vinyl can last between 20 and 30 years.

The following factors influence the cost of vinyl flooring:

• Area in square meters

• Material price

• Labor costs

• Possible additional costs

Cost Breakdown

The table below shows an example calculation for installing a rigid vinyl floor in a 15 m² room. It includes both average material costs and labor costs.

Example Calculation for Laying Vinyl

Possible Additional Costs

If the installation site is outside the service area, many contractors charge a travel fee, typically between 10 and 50 Euros depending on the region.

Labor Costs

Labor costs vary depending on region and installation method.

Before laying vinyl, the subfloor must be clean and dry. Uneven surfaces can reduce adhesion and affect the function. Preparing the subfloor may cost between 5 and 15 Euros per m².

Depending on installation type:

• Full-surface adhesive vinyl: 6–9 €/m²

• Floating click vinyl: 5–8 €/m²

• Additional underlay for soundproofing and vapor barrier: 2–3 €/m²

• Full vinyl with insulation or special decor: 10–15 €/m²

• Installing skirting boards: 3–5 €/linear meter

Skirting Boards and Accessories

Skirting boards cost 4–13 Euros per meter, including fastening materials. Some skirting boards also allow cable routing.

Subfloor Leveling

Uneven subfloors should be leveled using leveling and primer compounds. Cost: 4–8 €/m².

Vapor Barrier

Recommended between vinyl and mineral substrates to prevent moisture. Cost: 0.80–3 €/m².

Soundproofing

For floating vinyl, soundproofing underlay is recommended: 2–10 €/m². Some vinyl types already have integrated soundproofing.

Vinyl Types and Costs

Vinyl types:

• Solid Vinyl (Massivvinyl): 16–45 €/m², suitable for wet rooms, can be floating or glued. Adhesive costs 5–15 €/m² for full installation.

• Multilayer Vinyl: 25–50 €/m², thicker, some have integrated soundproofing, not suitable for wet rooms.

• Rigid Vinyl (SPC): 14–42 €/m², dimensionally stable, ideal for renovations.

Material Costs Table