Flooring Price Index | Flume
Flooring Price Index
Price trends, forecasts, and supply data for hardwood, LVP, tile, carpet, and commercial flooring products.
Product pricing by subcategory
Commercial and retail price ranges tracked from major distributors. Updated weekly.
Carpet
- Retail: $0.99 – $4.31/sq ft
- Commercial: $0.64 – $3.23/sq ft
Price by spec (commercial)
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpet | $0.64 | $3.22 | $1.46 |
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24X24 | $0.64 | $2.00 | $1.12 |
| 12X36 | $1.38 | $2.00 | $1.86 |
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solid | $0.66 | $3.23 | $2.06 |
| Pattern | $0.64 | $1.84 | $0.82 |
| Wood | $0.77 | $2.54 | $0.93 |
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Textured | $0.66 | $3.23 | $1.25 |
Hardwood
- Retail: $3.00 – $14/sq ft
- Commercial: $1.95 – $10/sq ft
Price by spec (commercial)
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineered Hardwood | $2.22 | $9.38 | $4.42 |
| Hardwood | $1.95 | $10 | $3.92 |
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5X48 | $2.59 | $9.38 | $4.56 |
| 3X48 | $2.53 | $6.44 | $4.30 |
| 4X48 | $2.66 | $10 | $4.65 |
| 5X36 | $2.22 | $3.69 | $2.82 |
| 5X72 | $9.75 | $10 | $10 |
| 8X72 | $6.56 | $7.57 | $7.06 |
| 8X75 | $3.58 | $4.94 | $4.20 |
| 8X48 | $3.24 | $8.02 | $7.48 |
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $1.95 | $10 | $4.33 |
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smooth | $2.59 | $10 | $6.57 |
| Brushed | $6.95 | $10 | $7.97 |
| Wire Brushed | $2.59 | $8.54 | $5.59 |
| Prefinished | $2.66 | $10 | $10 |
| Hand Scraped | $3.89 | $4.49 | $4.19 |
| Textured | $4.15 | $4.89 | $4.56 |
| Handscraped | $1.95 | $5.47 | $1.95 |
| Unfinished | $1.95 | $3.56 | $2.87 |
| Natural | $3.24 | $5.62 | $4.37 |
| Matte | $3.25 | $3.75 | $3.50 |
| Distressed | $3.37 | $4.20 | $3.70 |
Laminate
- Retail: $1.00 – $4.39/sq ft
- Commercial: $0.65 – $3.29/sq ft
Price by spec (commercial)
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate | $0.65 | $3.29 | $2.16 |
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8X12 | $1.94 | $2.99 | $2.79 |
| 5X48 | $2.00 | $2.30 | $2.15 |
| 7X48 | $1.81 | $2.17 | $2.02 |
| 8X48 | $0.65 | $3.29 | $2.16 |
| 7X54 | $2.27 | $2.62 | $2.44 |
| 7X12 | $1.94 | $2.24 | $2.09 |
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $0.65 | $3.29 | $2.23 |
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distressed | $1.29 | $1.49 | $1.39 |
Specialty
- Retail: $2.15 – $11/sq ft
- Commercial: $1.40 – $8.25/sq ft
Price by spec (commercial)
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cork | $1.86 | $7.77 | $5.03 |
| Bamboo | $1.40 | $4.49 | $2.10 |
| Rubber | $5.82 | $8.25 | $7.69 |
| Linoleum | $1.94 | $4.28 | $3.99 |
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12X36 | $4.03 | $6.49 | $5.35 |
| 12X12 | $3.71 | $7.77 | $5.76 |
| 4X38 | $1.62 | $2.84 | $1.75 |
| 5X36 | $1.40 | $4.50 | $1.40 |
| 12X24 | $1.86 | $2.15 | $2.00 |
| 24X24 | $1.50 | $8.25 | $6.41 |
| 12X48 | $3.93 | $6.38 | $4.23 |
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $1.40 | $6.49 | $2.65 |
| Solid | $1.86 | $8.25 | $5.76 |
| Pattern | $5.35 | $6.17 | $5.76 |
| Stone | $2.98 | $8.09 | $5.43 |
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matte | $1.86 | $5.26 | $4.29 |
| Textured | $1.40 | $7.77 | $6.12 |
| Smooth | $2.98 | $4.49 | $3.21 |
| Wire Brushed | $1.87 | $2.91 | $2.25 |
Vinyl
- Retail: $1.00 – $5.99/sq ft
- Commercial: $0.65 – $4.49/sq ft
Price by spec (commercial)
| Material | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVP | $0.65 | $4.49 | $2.44 |
| SPC | $1.30 | $2.24 | $2.06 |
| LVT | $1.30 | $1.80 | $1.53 |
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7X48 | $0.65 | $2.61 | $1.53 |
| 9X60 | $1.94 | $2.99 | $2.09 |
| 12X24 | $1.20 | $4.21 | $2.16 |
| 18X36 | $1.03 | $2.00 | $1.39 |
| 5X48 | $2.00 | $2.54 | $2.27 |
| 8X60 | $2.79 | $3.22 | $3.00 |
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $0.65 | $4.49 | $2.37 |
| Stone | $1.55 | $1.87 | $1.67 |
| Marble | $1.62 | $1.87 | $1.74 |
| Solid | $0.65 | $3.37 | $1.50 |
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glossy | $1.20 | $2.93 | $1.53 |
| Distressed | $0.65 | $1.49 | $0.69 |
| Embossed | $0.65 | $2.99 | $0.70 |
| Textured | $0.65 | $3.22 | $3.00 |
| Matte | $2.59 | $3.22 | $3.00 |
| Waterproof | $1.94 | $4.27 | $3.98 |
| Smooth | $0.65 | $4.49 | $3.14 |
Prices last updated Mar 24, 2026. Commercial = contractor/trade pricing (typically 25-30% below retail).
Understanding Flooring Prices in Construction
Flooring is one of the most diverse material categories in construction, spanning hardwood, luxury vinyl plank (LVP), ceramic tile, carpet, polished concrete, and specialty products like terrazzo. Each product type has distinct supply chain dynamics, but the overall category has seen dramatic market share shifts in recent years - particularly the rapid growth of LVP at the expense of hardwood and carpet.
For project budgeting, flooring typically represents 5-10% of interior finish costs. Price sensitivity varies enormously by product type: commodity LVP has seen aggressive price compression from Asian imports, while domestic hardwood has maintained more stable pricing supported by raw material scarcity and manufacturing labor costs.
Key Pricing Drivers
- Raw material costs - hardwood lumber, PVC resin (for LVP), nylon/polyester (for carpet), clay (for tile)
- Import competition and tariff rates on Chinese-manufactured LVP and tile
- Petroleum-based input costs affecting vinyl, carpet fiber, and adhesive pricing
- Residential remodeling activity, which drives over 50% of flooring demand
- Commercial construction specifications trending toward hard surface over carpet
- Installation labor availability and wage inflation in flooring trades
Flooring price trends
Historical pricing and 6-month forecast for flooring.
Price Trends & Forecast
This data represents predictive estimates based on market signals and historical trends. It is not financial advice. Flume makes no guarantees regarding accuracy and assumes no liability for decisions based on this data.
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Flooring
Updated Aug 3, 2026
Data source: Flume Price Index — historical price trends and 6-month forecasts for 20 construction material categories, normalized to a base index of 100.
The Flume Price Index is a predictive model that analyzes macroeconomic indicators, supply chain data, and market signals to forecast construction material price movements. Data is updated monthly. This is not financial advice.
Flooring scorecard
Current direction, confidence, year-over-year change, and volatility.
Construction Material Price Index
Flooring
- +1.3%
- ▲ Rising
- +1.4% YoY ● steady
- 3mo outlook
Updated Aug 3, 2026
Data source: Flume Price Index — price prediction scores across 20 building material categories including direction, confidence level, year-over-year change, volatility, and forecast horizon.
Flooring tariff & trade impact
How current tariffs and trade policy affect flooring pricing.
Tariff Impact
Flooring
- 27.0%
Updated Aug 3, 2026
Data source: Flume Price Index — tariff rate trends and 3-month changes for construction materials by category, showing trade policy impact on building costs.
Supply Chain & Seasonal Context
The flooring supply chain is increasingly global. LVP - now the fastest-growing segment - is predominantly manufactured in China, South Korea, and increasingly in U.S. plants built by foreign manufacturers. Hardwood flooring remains primarily domestic, sourced from Appalachian and Great Lakes hardwood forests. Ceramic tile splits between domestic production (Dal-Tile, Florida Tile) and imports from Spain, Italy, Brazil, and China.
Lead times vary by product: stock LVP and carpet are typically available in 1-3 weeks. Custom hardwood, specialty tile, and commercial-grade products may require 6-12 weeks. Large commercial projects should confirm allocation early, as popular colorways and patterns can sell through during peak construction season.
Flooring installation peaks in spring and summer for new construction. Remodeling demand peaks in spring and early fall. Manufacturers typically announce price increases in Q1, and distributor promotions in Q4 can offer favorable pricing for contractors willing to warehouse inventory.