The short answer
Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) typically costs around £15–£25 per square metre in fitting labour, with the tiles or planks themselves usually £15–£40/m², so a supply-and-fit figure commonly falls around £30–£65 per square metre. LVT costs more to fit than laminate because it demands a very flat, clean and dry subfloor — glue-down and many click LVT systems show every bump beneath, so fitters often apply levelling compound or a smoothing overlay first, which is an added cost. The result is a hard-wearing, water-resistant floor suited to kitchens and bathrooms. Your final figure depends on the LVT grade, the fitting method and how much subfloor prep your room needs.
LVT is prized for being durable and water-resistant, but it is less forgiving of a poor subfloor than laminate. That extra preparation is the main reason it costs more to fit — here is how the numbers break down.
Typical UK LVT costs
- Fitting labour£15–£25 / m²
- Tiles / planks~£15–£40 / m²
- Supply & fit~£30–£65 / m²
- Subfloor prepextra if uneven
- Suitskitchens, bathrooms, halls
What you pay for
- Fitting labour: around £15–£25/m² — higher than laminate because the subfloor prep and careful setting-out take longer.
- The LVT: roughly £15–£40/m² depending on whether it's budget or a thicker, branded plank with a better wear layer.
- Subfloor prep: levelling compound or a smoothing overlay where the floor isn't flat — often the difference between two quotes.
- Fitting method: glue-down LVT needs a pristine base; click LVT is faster but still wants a flat subfloor.
| Item | Typical figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fitting labour | £15–£25 / m² | prep-sensitive |
| LVT tiles / planks | £15–£40 / m² | by grade & wear layer |
| Supply & fit | £30–£65 / m² | combined |
| Levelling compound | extra | if subfloor is uneven |
Indicative UK figures for guidance. Sources: MyJobQuote and Factory Direct Flooring cost guides.
Why the subfloor decides the price
LVT is thin and sits tight to whatever is underneath, so any dip, ridge or old adhesive shows through as a visible or feelable flaw. For a good finish a fitter usually levels the subfloor with compound or lays a smoothing ply overlay first, especially for glue-down LVT. That prep is real labour and material, and it is the most common reason an LVT quote is higher than the bare per-metre rate suggests. A quote that omits prep on an uneven floor is likely to either disappoint or grow on the day — so get the subfloor assessed and the prep itemised.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does LVT flooring cost to fit?
Fitting labour is typically around £15–£25 per square metre, with the tiles or planks usually £15–£40/m². A supply-and-fit figure commonly lands around £30–£65 per square metre, before any subfloor levelling that an uneven floor may need.
Why is LVT more expensive to fit than laminate?
LVT is thin and shows every bump in the subfloor, so fitters often level the floor first with compound or a smoothing overlay. That extra preparation, plus careful setting-out, makes the labour higher than laminate's quick floating fit.
Is LVT good for kitchens and bathrooms?
Yes — LVT is hard-wearing and water-resistant, which suits kitchens, bathrooms and halls. The subfloor still needs to be flat, clean and dry, and any underfloor heating compatibility should be confirmed before fitting.
Sources & further reading
Figures on this page are typical UK ranges drawn from published sources and depend on your specific room and subfloor. They are guidance, not a quotation.