Vinyl is one of the most affordable floors, but the format matters. Sheet vinyl is cheapest and best for bathrooms; click-vinyl planks cost more but feel more premium and are easier to replace. Subfloor preparation — levelling or a plywood overlay — is the cost most people forget, because vinyl shows every bump beneath it.
Typical UK prices
| Grade / type | Material (per m²) | Fitting (per m²) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget sheet vinyl | £7 – £12 | £5 – £8 |
| Premium sheet vinyl | £12 – £25 | £6 – £10 |
| Click-vinyl planks | £18 – £30 | £8 – £12 |
| Rigid / premium plank | £30 – £45 | £10 – £15 |
Remember: material and fitting are separate costs. A low material price with high fitting can total more than a mid-range product fitted simply.
What changes the price
- Format — sheet vinyl is cheaper than plank or tile vinyl.
- Wear layer thickness raises both price and durability.
- Subfloor prep — a smooth, level base is essential and can add £5–£15/m².
- Pattern matching on sheet vinyl increases wastage.
- Removing old flooring and adhesive adds labour.
A worked example
A 9m² bathroom in premium sheet vinyl at £18/m² is about £162 of material. Add levelling compound (£10/m², £90) and fitting at £8/m² (£72), and the project totals around £324, or roughly £36/m². Click-vinyl planks would raise this but avoid seams.
Estimate your project: Use the matching calculator to turn your room size into a materials estimate, then request a quote to get real local prices.