Wood floor installation: Prices to expect in the UK
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Renovating a parquet floor can be expensive, but it's hard to avoid getting an expert for this kind of job. Doing the installation yourself is quite risky!
However, it is possible to have your parquet installed without breaking the bank. But first, you need to know what a good price is.
At Yoojo, we know what we’re talking about, we’ve helped hundreds of customers with our home parquet installation service
In this guide, I’ll explain the rates charged by parquet installers, the price differences between installation types, and show you real quotes paid by our customers, so you can see genuine examples.
Let’s get started!
Parquet installation: What's the average price per m2?
Since there's a 99% chance that your provider will charge you per square metre for your parquet installation, let's start by sharing the results of our study on average prices.
To do this, we compared the prices listed online, the quotes we requested from traditional parquet installation companies, and the prices charged by providers available through Yoojo.
Here are the results* :
Traditional company:
Yoojo :
*The prices above do not include the supply of materials, just the installation of the parquet.
How do you know how many m2 of parquet to buy?
Now that you know the average prices, all that’s left is to multiply the rate by the surface area of your parquet to get an estimate of your total cost.
Not sure how many square metres of parquet you’ll need?
To measure it, simply multiply the length by the width of the room!
L x W = m2
Different rates by type of parquet
An interesting phenomenon from our data study: the price varies depending on the type of installation or the type of parquet.
Here’s a quick summary to help you better calculate your rate:
| Service | Traditional company Rate | Rate on Yoojo | Request a custom quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floating parquet installation | £16 / m2 |
£5 / m2 |
|
| Glued parquet installation | £21 / m2 |
£7 / m2 |
|
| Nailed parquet installation | £29 / m2 |
£10 / m2 |
|
| Laminate parquet installation | £18 / m2 |
£6 / m2 |
|
| Solid parquet installation | £23 / m2 |
£8 / m2 |
|
| Click-fit parquet installation | £17 / m2 |
£5 / m2 |
|
| Oiling | £20 / m2 |
£4 / m2 |
|
| Waxing | £23 / m2 |
£5 / m2 |
|
| Varnishing | £29 / m2 |
£5 / m2 |
Because Yoojo is a platform where service provider set their own prices!
Because you can hire help for just an hour!
With hundreds of providers near you, you save on mileage expenses.
Everything is done online with Yoojo, which means all around cheaper prices than traditional service provider
Examples of quotes and actual prices paid for different types of parquet installation
Okay, let’s move past the average prices and talk more concretely about real market rates.
And what better way than examples, which are nothing other than requests posted on Yoojo by your neighbours.
You’ll discover different types of installation, the price they paid for their parquet installation, as well as the cost per square metre.
Example 1: Cheap laminate parquet installation
💰 Price paid: £69
📏 Price/square metre: £6.90/m2
Let’s start with this simple example, but one that is probably the most requested task: laminate parquet installation!
Here, our client had 10m2 of laminate parquet installed for only £69… A real bargain!
This price is possible because the installer is a neighbour of the client. It drastically cuts down on travel costs.
💡 Yoojo Tip: The more complete your ad is, the better your chances of attracting top providers and driving prices down. Don't hesitate to provide as much detail as possible.
Example 2: Click-fit parquet installation
💰 Price paid: £275
📏 Price/square metre: £6.60/m2
Second example, but this time for a large area of 42m2 and a click-fit parquet installation.
Generally, this type of installation is a bit easier to do, which explains the slightly lower rate per square metre.
💡 Yoojo Tip: If you’re as clever as this client, you’ll know that on Yoojo, rates are customised based on your needs. By preparing the floors before the installer arrived, this client significantly lowered their bill.
Example 3: Affordable adhesive parquet installation
💰 Price paid: £35
📏 Price/square metre: £4.30/m2
We’re mentioning this because adhesive parquet is particularly trendy at the moment.
And how could it not be? Its installation costs are almost as low as installing lino and it’s just as easy to do.
In this case, this client from London only paid £35 for 8m2 installation.
💡 Yoojo Tip: On Yoojo, since many parquet installers are your neighbours, you’ll definitely find someone to help, even for smaller tasks where a traditional tradesperson might not come.
Example 4: Finding an emergency parquet installer
💰 Price Paid: £210
📏 Price/square metre: £6.10/m2
The great strength of Yoojo is its network of handymen ready to help 7 days a week!
This allows our clients to find service providers for any type of job, even at the last minute.
Parquet installation, door trimming, and skirting board fitting – all for £210… It’s almost a steal!
💡 Yoojo Tip: On our platform, you can completely personalise your request and ask for multiple small DIY and home improvement jobs at once. Take advantage and get all your work done together, saving you money!
Example 5: Installing 60m2 of parquet
💰 Price paid: £300
📏 Price/square metre: £5/m2
Need to redo the parquet flooring for your entire flat?
No problem, on Yoojo, you'll find providers motivated for big jobs that take several days, like this client who paid £300 to have parquet installed in every room of their home!
No stress with Yoojo, you can easily organise everything from your customer account and release the payment once the job is done.
💡 Yoojo Tip: The larger the area to install, the more likely your parquet installer will offer a discount. That’s why you can see prices as low as £5 per m2 on our platform.
Example 6: Fixing a poorly installed parquet
💰 Price paid: £45
📏 Price/square metre: £8.80/m2
Many clients find themselves on Yoojo after dealing with a bad tradesperson. It’s unfortunate, but sometimes you need an expert for a reasonable price.
That’s exactly what this client achieved by finding a parquet installer at £8.80/m2.
How did they find the right person?
Every provider on Yoojo has a profile you can check. You’ll see their qualifications, tools, years of experience, and reviews from neighbours like you.
Example 7: Requesting solid wood parquet installation + varnishing
💰 Price paid: £280
📏 Price/square metre: £11.50/m2
Here’s another interesting example, as it's a bit different: the client needed various types of parquet installed, with a varnish finish.
This kind of finish looks amazing but can increase your bill! Here, the client ended up paying £11.50 per m2, which is quite reasonable given the work involved.
💡 Yoojo Tip: Did you know you can chat with interested providers before booking them on our platform? You can also check their profiles... Choosing the right person has never been easier!
Example 8: Hiring a professional
💰 Price paid: £330
📏 Price/square metre: £10.50/m2
Even though Yoojo is known as a platform for services between individuals, you'll also find professionals who can provide an invoice.
That's exactly what this client from Brighton did, needing to redo the flooring for her salon.
She managed to find a professional on Yoojo who completed the job for £10.50/m2 over the course of a weekend.
💡 Yoojo Tip: On our platform, you'll recognise professionals by their Pro badge.
Example 9: Finishing a half-installed floating parquet
💰 Price paid: £120
📏 Price/square metre: £6.40/m2
Learning how to install parquet can be fun, but it can also quickly turn into a disaster.
Even with the best intentions, things can backfire and end up costing you more than if you'd left it untouched.
In this example, the installer had to remove everything... Time and money wasted!
💡 Yoojo Tip: The hours you book when posting a job on Yoojo secure a spot in your provider's schedule… Keep this in mind for your next request!
How to get quotes for your parquet installation?
By now, you should have a pretty good idea of the rates charged by parquet installers.
But what about your project?
How can you know how much you'll pay?
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