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Flooring Costs in South Africa (2026 Prices)

Flooring costs in South Africa vary widely by material. Laminate flooring runs R280 to R850 per sqm, vinyl R450 to R850, and solid wood R950 to R2,800. Installation labour adds R80 to R320 per sqm. This guide compares every popular flooring type to help you choose the right option for your budget and lifestyle.

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Flooring Prices in South Africa

Laminate flooring (supply and install)

R280 to R850/sqm

Vinyl flooring (supply and install)

R450 to R850/sqm

Wood flooring

R950 to R2 800/sqm

Bamboo flooring

R450 to R1 100/sqm

Carpet (supply and install)

R350 to R650/sqm

Flooring installation (labour only)

R80 to R320/sqm

Prices by City

Johannesburg

R80 to R2,800/sqm depending on material

Cape Town

R80 to R2,800/sqm depending on material

Pretoria

R80 to R2,800/sqm depending on material

Factors That Affect Cost

  • 1

    Material choice: laminate is the most affordable; solid hardwood is 3 to 5x more expensive but adds the most property value.

  • 2

    Subfloor condition: uneven or damaged subfloors need levelling compound (R30 to R80/sqm) before new flooring can be laid.

  • 3

    Room size: larger rooms are cheaper per sqm due to fewer cuts and less wastage. Hallways and odd shapes cost more per sqm.

  • 4

    Underlay: quality underlay (R20 to R60/sqm) extends floor life and improves sound insulation, especially for upper floors.

  • 5

    Removal of old flooring: stripping old tiles or carpet adds R30 to R80/sqm in labour and disposal costs.

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