Wooden flooring in India costs anywhere between ₹65 and ₹700+ per sq ft depending on the material, grade, brand, and city. Add installation at ₹40–₹120/sq ft, and you're looking at ₹1.5 lakh to ₹10 lakh for a standard 1,000 sq ft apartment. Here's the complete 2026 breakdown.
Wooden Flooring Price by Material Type
| Material | Price Range (Material Only) | With Installation | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate (8mm) | ₹65–₹120/sqft | ₹110–₹200/sqft | Bedrooms, low-budget projects |
| Laminate (12mm AC4) | ₹100–₹200/sqft | ₹150–₹280/sqft | Living rooms, offices |
| SPC / LVP | ₹90–₹250/sqft | ₹140–₹320/sqft | Kitchens, humid areas, pet owners |
| Engineered Wood | ₹180–₹450/sqft | ₹240–₹560/sqft | Living rooms, bedrooms, premium homes |
| Solid Hardwood | ₹350–₹700+/sqft | ₹450–₹900/sqft | Luxury projects, heritage homes |
| Bamboo Flooring | ₹120–₹280/sqft | ₹170–₹360/sqft | Eco-conscious, mid-range |
| Parquet / Herringbone | ₹200–₹500/sqft | ₹280–₹620/sqft | Statement rooms, luxury residential |
City-Wise Price Variation (Installation Included)
Labour costs vary significantly across India. Here's the all-in price range (material + installation) in major cities:
| City | Laminate (12mm) | Engineered Wood | SPC/LVP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi NCR | ₹150–₹260/sqft | ₹260–₹520/sqft | ₹160–₹310/sqft |
| Mumbai | ₹170–₹290/sqft | ₹290–₹560/sqft | ₹180–₹340/sqft |
| Bangalore | ₹155–₹270/sqft | ₹275–₹540/sqft | ₹165–₹320/sqft |
| Hyderabad | ₹145–₹255/sqft | ₹255–₹510/sqft | ₹155–₹300/sqft |
| Chennai | ₹155–₹270/sqft | ₹270–₹530/sqft | ₹165–₹315/sqft |
| Pune | ₹150–₹265/sqft | ₹265–₹525/sqft | ₹160–₹310/sqft |
| Lucknow/Jaipur | ₹130–₹240/sqft | ₹240–₹480/sqft | ₹140–₹280/sqft |
Room-Wise Cost Estimate (1 BHK / 2 BHK / 3 BHK)
How much does flooring an entire apartment cost in 2026?
- 1 BHK (400–600 sqft): Laminate ₹60K–₹1.2L | Engineered Wood ₹1L–₹2.8L
- 2 BHK (700–1000 sqft): Laminate ₹1L–₹2.2L | Engineered Wood ₹1.8L–₹5L
- 3 BHK (1200–1600 sqft): Laminate ₹1.8L–₹3.5L | Engineered Wood ₹3L–₹8L
- Villa (3000+ sqft): Engineered Wood ₹7L–₹20L+ depending on grade
What Drives the Price Up?
- Wear layer thickness — AC4/AC5 rated laminates cost 30–50% more than AC3 but last significantly longer
- Core type — HDF core laminates resist moisture better than MDF core; priced 15–25% higher
- Wood species — European Oak and Walnut command a premium over tropical hardwoods
- Surface finish — Wire brushed, hand-scraped, and matte finishes cost more than standard smooth
- Plank width — Wide planks (180mm+) cost 20–40% more than standard width (120–140mm)
- Installation complexity — Herringbone and chevron patterns add ₹40–₹80/sqft to labour
- Underlay — Budget ₹15–₹40/sqft for a quality acoustic underlay
Hidden Costs to Budget For
- Wastage allowance: Add 10–15% for cuts and fitting — especially for herringbone patterns (add 20%)
- Subfloor preparation: ₹20–₹60/sqft if existing floor needs levelling
- Beading / trim: ₹80–₹200 per running metre for skirting and door threshold strips
- Furniture removal: ₹5,000–₹15,000 for a full apartment
- Old floor removal: ₹15–₹30/sqft if existing tiles need to come out
How to Get the Best Price
Buy direct from a specialist supplier like Luma Living rather than a general hardware store. Specialists offer better quality at the same or lower price, plus professional site visits, samples before purchase, and installation supervision. Request a free quote with sample delivery across 90+ cities in India.
Price Trends: Is 2026 a Good Time to Buy?
European timber prices have stabilised after the supply disruptions of 2023–24. SPC and LVP products — largely manufactured in Asia — have seen price reductions of 8–12% year-on-year as manufacturing scales up. Engineered oak and walnut remain stable. In short: 2026 is one of the better windows to buy in the past three years.