Short answer
Installed flooring typically costs about $45 to $120 per m² for laminate, vinyl plank or hybrid, $100 to $255 per m² for engineered or solid timber, and $45 to $120 per m² for carpet. A 150 m² home in laminate, vinyl plank or hybrid comes to roughly $7,000 to $18,000 before removing the old floor or preparing the subfloor.
Our free flooring cost calculator gives an instant, indicative estimate for supplying and installing new floors anywhere in Australia. Pick your flooring type, enter the room size in square metres, and choose your location to see a realistic price range in seconds.
Estimate the cost to supply and install new flooring. Indicative AUD ranges.
Included: material supply plus standard professional installation. Not included: removing old flooring, subfloor preparation or repair, sanding and coating of site-finished timber, stairs, skirting, scotia and trims, separate underlay (the carpet figure includes underlay), furniture removal, delivery, or extra material for offcuts. City and size adjustments are approximate rules of thumb.
Indicative Australian estimate only — final quotes vary with city, access, property condition, materials, structural/plumbing/electrical changes, waterproofing and permits. Ranges last reviewed October 2026.
How to use this flooring cost calculator
Using the flooring cost calculator is simple: choose a flooring type, enter the area you need to cover in square metres, and pick your city. The tool multiplies current per-square-metre supply and installation rates by your area and applies an approximate city adjustment, returning a low-to-high range plus a breakdown of materials versus labour.
How much does flooring cost in Australia?
As a guide, installed flooring in Australia ranges from around $45 per square metre for budget laminate or carpet up to $255 per square metre for premium solid hardwood. Your final cost depends on the material, the size and shape of the space, the condition of your subfloor, and your location.
Flooring cost by type (supplied & installed, per m²)
| Flooring type | Supply | Installation | Installed total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury vinyl plank | $25–$60 | $30–$50 | $55–$110 |
| Hybrid | $35–$70 | $30–$50 | $65–$120 |
| Laminate | $20–$50 | $25–$45 | $45–$95 |
| Engineered timber | $60–$130 | $40–$80 | $100–$210 |
| Solid hardwood | $80–$160 | $50–$95 | $130–$255 |
| Bamboo | $50–$100 | $40–$70 | $90–$170 |
| Carpet (incl. underlay) | $25–$80 | $20–$40 | $45–$120 |
| Floor tiles | $30–$90 | $50–$100 | $80–$190 |
What affects your flooring installation cost?
- Subfloor condition — uneven or damaged subfloors need levelling before laying, which commonly adds $20–$50 per m², and more if the subfloor needs repair.
- Removing old flooring — tear-up and disposal of existing flooring typically adds $10–$30 per m², and removing tiles can cost more.
- Room size and layout — small or awkward rooms with many cuts cost more per m² than large open areas.
- Material grade — every category has a budget-to-premium spread; thicker wear layers and longer warranties cost more.
- Stairs and transitions — staircases, thresholds and trims are charged separately and add up quickly.
- Location — prices are generally higher in Sydney than in cities such as Adelaide.
Average flooring cost by room
A standard bedroom of about 12 m² costs roughly $550–$1,450 for hybrid or laminate installed, while a large open-plan living area near 40 m² ranges from about $1,800 to $4,800. Flooring a 150 m² home with laminate, vinyl plank or hybrid lands between about $7,000 and $18,000, before removing the old floor or repairing the subfloor.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this flooring cost calculator?
It gives an indicative budgeting range based on current Australian supply and installation rates. Every job differs, so get two or three written quotes before committing.
Does the estimate include removing my old floor?
No. The figures cover supplying and installing your new floor only. Removing existing flooring typically adds $10–$30 per m², and subfloor preparation, where needed, commonly adds a further $20–$50 per m².
What is the cheapest flooring option?
Laminate and carpet are usually most affordable, with installed costs from around $45 per m². Luxury vinyl and hybrid sit slightly higher and tolerate water better than laminate.
How much does it cost to floor a whole house?
For a 150 m² home, expect roughly $7,000–$18,000 for laminate, vinyl plank or hybrid, and $15,000–$38,000 for engineered or solid timber, before old-floor removal.
Is it cheaper to lay flooring yourself?
DIY can cut labour on floating floors like laminate and hybrid, saving roughly $25–$50 per m² before the cost of tools. Timber, tiles and carpet are best left to professionals.
How we calculate these estimates
Our ranges are compiled from published Australian retail material prices and independent cost guides, and are checked for consistency against our own flooring guides. They are indicative only, so get written quotes before you commit. We review the figures quarterly; they were last updated in October 2026.
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