Floor installation in Estonia costs 8–55 €/m² (labour only) depending on cover type. Below is an overview of prices for laminate, parquet and vinyl.
| Floor type | Installation (€/m²) | Material (€/m²) | Total (€/m²) | Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate (class 31-32) | 8-14 € | 10-25 € | 18-39 € | Bedrooms, living room |
| Laminate (class 33) | 10-16 € | 20-45 € | 30-61 € | High-traffic areas |
| Engineered parquet (3-layer) | 15-28 € | 30-60 € | 45-88 € | Living room, reception |
| Solid wood parquet | 25-45 € | 50-150 € | 75-195 € | Premium solution |
| Vinyl (LVT, click) | 12-20 € | 20-50 € | 32-70 € | Kitchen, bathroom, hallway |
| Vinyl (glued) | 15-25 € | 25-60 € | 40-85 € | High durability |
| SPC/WPC vinyl | 14-22 € | 30-65 € | 44-87 € | Wet rooms, underfloor heating |
| Cork (click) | 18-30 € | 35-70 € | 53-100 € | Good thermal insulation |
* Prices do not include subfloor preparation, underlay or trim.
| Class | Durability | Suitability | Price (material) | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Low | Bedroom | 10-20 €/m² | 5-10 years |
| 32 | Medium | Living room, hallway | 15-30 €/m² | 10-15 years |
| 33 | High | High traffic | 25-45 €/m² | 15-25 years |
| 34 | Very high | Commercial | 40-70 €/m² | 20-30 years |
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Subfloor check | 15 min |
| 2 | Underlay (film, underlay mat) | 30 min |
| 3 | Acclimatisation 48h | – |
| 4 | Installation planning | 15 min |
| 5 | Laminate installation | 2-3 hours |
| 6 | Trim installation | 30-60 min |
| Parquet type | Material (€/m²) | Installation (€/m²) | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineered parquet (3-layer) | 30-60 € | 15-25 € | 20-40 years |
| 2-layer parquet | 40-80 € | 20-30 € | 25-50 years |
| Solid wood parquet | 50-150 € | 25-45 € | 50-100 years |
| Herringbone parquet | 60-120 € | 35-55 € | 30-60 years |
| Type | Material (€/m²) | Installation (€/m²) | Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|
| LVT click | 20-45 € | 12-20 € | Living rooms, bedrooms |
| LVT glued | 25-55 € | 15-25 € | High traffic |
| SPC (stone core) | 30-60 € | 14-22 € | Wet rooms, underfloor heating |
| WPC | 35-70 € | 14-22 € | Comfortable, warm |
Vinyl advantages:
| Room | Recommended | Alternative | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living room | Parquet, quality laminate | LVT vinyl | Budget laminate |
| Bedroom | Parquet, cork | Quality laminate | Rigid vinyl |
| Kitchen | SPC/LVT vinyl | Ceramic tile | Parquet, laminate |
| Bathroom | SPC vinyl, tile | WPC vinyl | Laminate, parquet |
| Hallway | Laminate 33+ | LVT vinyl | Budget laminate |
Which floor is suitable for underfloor heating?
Parquet (up to 15 mm), laminate, SPC/WPC vinyl and ceramic tile. Best thermal conductivity: vinyl and tile. Solid parquet is not suitable.
How much laminate to buy for a room?
Buy 5–10% more than the area; for diagonal layout or complex rooms 10–15%. Keep the rest as spare.
Is vinyl suitable for bathroom?
Yes, SPC and WPC vinyl are water-resistant and suitable for bathrooms. Ensure joints and edges are properly sealed.
How long does laminate last?
Class 31: 5–10 years, class 32: 10–15 years, class 33: 15–25 years. Proper care extends lifespan.
Can parquet be sanded?
Engineered parquet can be sanded 2–3 times, solid parquet 5–10 times. Laminate and vinyl cannot be sanded.