Sheet vinyl is supplied and fitted from £20 per square metre, which makes it the most cost-effective waterproof floor we lay. For bathrooms, kitchens, utility rooms and rental flats it often gives the best value of any material. Because it comes as one continuous sheet, the price depends less on floor area than you might expect and more on how many obstacles the sheet has to be cut around. This guide explains how vinyl is priced, where the money goes and how it compares with LVT.
Why a small room can cost more per metre
Sheet vinyl comes off a roll in fixed widths. A room is covered with as few pieces as possible so there are no seams for water to find, which means you pay for the width the room needs, not just the area inside the walls. A narrow bathroom can use a surprising amount of roll.
Small rooms also carry the most detail. A cloakroom might be only two square metres, but it has a toilet, a basin pedestal, pipework and a door frame, all of which have to be cut accurately. We template awkward rooms first so the sheet goes down cut exactly, which takes time regardless of how small the room is.
What goes into a vinyl price
The vinyl itself, from basic ranges to cushioned, anti-slip and wood effect designs.
Preparation. Vinyl follows the floor underneath closely, so bumps, board edges and nail heads show through in time. Over floorboards we usually lay a plywood overlay first, and over rough concrete a levelling compound. Our site prices subfloor preparation from £12 per square metre.
Fitting and finishing: templating, adhesive or perimeter fixing, sealing around the bath or shower tray where needed, and a neat threshold at the door.
Uplift and disposal of the old floor, which is especially worth confirming in bathrooms, where old tiles or several layers of old vinyl are common.
- Templated to fit around toilets, units and pipes
- No visible seams wherever the room allows
- Cushioned, anti-slip and wood effect ranges
- Preparation priced separately and shown on the quote
Vinyl or LVT: which is better value?
Both are waterproof on the surface. Sheet vinyl starts at £20 per square metre fitted, LVT at £45. For a small bathroom, a utility room or a rental flat where the floor needs to be practical, hygienic and quick to clean, sheet vinyl usually wins on value.
LVT is the choice when you want the look and feel of individual planks or tiles, patterns such as herringbone, or a single floor that runs through a kitchen and living area. It is also thicker and firmer underfoot. Our sheet vinyl vs LVT guide goes into the trade-offs in more detail.
Looking after a vinyl floor so the money lasts
Quality cushioned vinyl is tougher than it looks. The biggest risk is dragging heavy furniture or appliances across it, which can tear or crease the surface. Lift rather than drag, and put protective pads under table and chair legs.
Clean with a damp mop and a mild cleaner rather than harsh chemicals or steam, and wipe up grit in doorways, since it acts like sandpaper underfoot.
Getting a written price
Every vinyl job is quoted in writing after a free site visit. We measure, look at the floor and check the room layout, then give a price that states the range, the preparation and what happens to the old floor. There is no callout fee and no obligation.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does sheet vinyl cost fitted?
Our sheet vinyl is supplied and fitted from £20 per square metre. Preparation, room shape and the range you choose set the final figure.
Why does my small bathroom cost more per square metre?
Vinyl comes in fixed roll widths and small rooms have the most cutting around toilets, basins and pipes, so labour and material per metre are higher.
Do I need a plywood overlay under vinyl?
Often, over floorboards, because vinyl shows board edges and nail heads through it. Over a flat, sound concrete or chipboard floor it may not be needed.
Is sheet vinyl cheaper than LVT?
Yes. Sheet vinyl starts at £20 per square metre fitted and LVT at £45. Both are waterproof on the surface.
Can vinyl be fitted around a toilet?
Yes. We template the room first so the sheet is cut cleanly around the toilet, basin pedestal and pipes.