Vinyl flooring quotes from local installers
Waterproof vinyl planks, tiles and sheet vinyl for kitchens, bathrooms and busy family rooms. Tell us about the rooms and up to 3 installers quote.
Get your vinyl flooring quotes
It takes about a minute.
- Free, no obligation
- Up to 3 quotes
We handle your information under POPIA. Read our privacy policy.
- Free to request, no obligation to accept
- Up to 3 quotes to compare
- 200+ registered service providers
- 80,000+ quotes supplied by our providers
- 200+ registered service providers
- All 9 provinces served
How it works
Tell us about the job
A few questions about what you need and where you are. There's no account to create.
Get up to 3 quotes
Flooring installers that work in your area contact you with a price.
Compare and choose
Weigh up price, timing and what's included. Accept the one that suits you, or none.
Not the vinyl you remember
Modern vinyl flooring looks very little like the thin sheet flooring of decades ago. Today's planks and tiles carry realistic wood and stone prints, with textured surfaces to match, and they're waterproof right through. That's why vinyl has become a popular choice for kitchens, bathrooms, rentals and homes with children and pets.
Types of vinyl
| Type | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Glue-down LVT | Thin, flexible luxury vinyl planks or tiles glued to a smooth screed | Large areas and commercial spaces; very stable once fixed, but needs a near-perfect subfloor |
| Click LVT | Thicker flexible planks that click together and float | Quick installs in homes; still needs a flat floor |
| SPC (rigid core) | Click planks with a stiff stone-plastic composite core | Hides small floor imperfections better and feels more solid underfoot |
| Sheet vinyl | Large rolls laid with few or no joints | Bathrooms and utility rooms, where a seamless, watertight surface matters |
Wear layer: the number that matters
Every vinyl plank has a clear wear layer on top, measured in millimetres or mils, which protects the print from scratches and scuffs. A thicker wear layer lasts longer in busy areas. Overall plank thickness tells you less; ask for the wear layer thickness when you compare quotes.
Preparation is everything
Vinyl is thin and flexible compared with laminate or wood, so it shows every bump, ridge and dip in the floor underneath, sometimes only once light shines across it. Glue-down vinyl needs the flattest floor of all; rigid SPC is more forgiving.
Expect the installer to check the floor with a straight edge, grind high spots, fill dips and, often, lay a self-levelling compound. Vinyl can usually go over existing tiles if the grout lines are filled and the surface is levelled, otherwise the tile pattern can show through over time.
Living with vinyl
Vinyl is comfortable underfoot, quieter than tiles and easy to clean. It can be dented by heavy, pointed furniture legs, so use protective pads. Strong, direct sunlight through large windows can fade some products, and very hot surfaces can mark them; ask about UV resistance for sunny rooms.
Vinyl in bathrooms
Vinyl's water resistance makes it a natural choice for bathrooms, especially as an affordable alternative to retiling. The planks themselves won't be damaged by splashes, but water can still find its way underneath at the edges. A good installer seals around the bath, shower tray and toilet base with a flexible sealant, and keeps the planks clear of the shower itself unless the product and installation are designed for it.
Sheet vinyl, with few or no joints, is the most watertight option for small bathrooms and utility rooms. For a bathroom, ask whether the toilet will be lifted so the vinyl runs neatly underneath, rather than being cut around it.
What vinyl flooring costs
In 2026, click SPC and luxury vinyl planks typically cost **R450 to R850 per m²** supplied and installed, while sheet vinyl comes in lower at around **R300 to R500 per m²**. Fitting labour on its own is about R150 to R250 per m², and a self-levelling compound, if the floor needs one, adds R120 to R250 per m².
- SPC or luxury vinyl planks, supplied and installed
- R450–R850/m²
- Sheet vinyl, supplied and installed
- R300–R500/m²
- Labour to fit click SPC or LVT
- R150–R250/m²
- Self-levelling compound
- R120–R250/m²
See the full vinyl flooring cost guideGet exact prices
Estimates only, last checked 28 October 2026. Get quotes for an accurate price for your job.
Before you hire: a vinyl flooring checklist
Most vinyl problems trace back to the floor underneath. Get the preparation in writing.
Ask what floor preparation is included
Grinding, filling and self-levelling compound can be a significant part of the cost. Ask for each to be listed.
Get the type and wear layer in writing
Glue-down, click LVT or SPC? And how thick is the wear layer? These decide how the floor performs.
Ask about laying over existing tiles
If tiles are staying, ask how grout lines will be filled so they don't show through.
Check suitability for wet areas
For bathrooms, ask how edges, joints and the area around the toilet and bath will be sealed.
Ask about sun exposure
For rooms with lots of direct sun, ask whether the product is UV-stable and suitable.
Keep spare planks
Ask for spare planks from the same batch so damaged ones can be replaced to match.
Before you request quotes
The questions people ask us most.
Is it really free?
Yes. Requesting quotes costs you nothing. The providers pay to receive requests, which is how the service is funded.
Will I be flooded with calls?
No. Your details go only to the providers quoting on your job, up to 3 of them.
Do I have to accept a quote?
No. Compare the quotes, ask questions, and accept one if it suits you. If none do, you don't have to go ahead.
Are the providers any good?
More than 200 registered service providers quote through our network. Compare quotes carefully, ask for references and photos of past work, and use the checklist on each service page before you hire.
How quickly will I hear back?
The flooring installers who quote on your job contact you directly by phone or email.
What if I'm not happy with any of the quotes?
You don't have to accept any of them. If the prices are all higher than you expected, ask each provider what's driving the cost. The answers often show what the job really needs.
Is my information safe?
We handle your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and share it only with the providers quoting on your job, up to 3 of them. Our privacy policy explains what we collect and your rights.
Vinyl Flooring questions, answered
Is vinyl flooring really waterproof?
The planks themselves are waterproof. Water can still get underneath through edges and gaps, so in bathrooms, edges around baths, showers and toilets need proper sealing.
What's the difference between LVT and SPC?
LVT is flexible luxury vinyl, either glued down or clicked together. SPC has a rigid stone-plastic core, so it feels more solid and hides small floor imperfections better.
Can vinyl be laid over tiles?
Usually, yes, if the tiles are firmly fixed, the grout lines are filled and the surface is levelled. Otherwise the tile pattern can show through.
Vinyl or laminate?
Vinyl is waterproof and quieter, so it suits kitchens and bathrooms. Laminate has a harder surface and can feel more like wood. Both suit living areas.
Does vinyl fade in the sun?
Some products can fade in strong, direct sunlight. Ask for UV-stable products for sunny rooms, and consider blinds or curtains.
How do I clean vinyl flooring?
Sweep or vacuum, and mop with a damp mop and a mild cleaner. Avoid harsh solvents, and use pads under furniture legs.
Related services
- Laminate FlooringClick-together laminate supplied and fitted, including underlay, skirting and levelling.
- TilingFloor and wall tiling for bathrooms, kitchens, patios and whole-house refits.
- Wooden FlooringSolid and engineered wood floors, new installations, and sanding and sealing of old ones.
- CarpetsWall-to-wall carpets and carpet tiles, measured, supplied and fitted with underlay.
Get vinyl flooring quotes from installers near you
Up to 3 quotes, free to request and no obligation.