Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) has become one of the most popular flooring choices across Peterborough, Cambridge, and the surrounding towns — and it's easy to see why. It looks great, handles moisture brilliantly, and is tough enough to last for years. But how much does it actually cost to have LVT fitted in your home in 2026?
At Cambridgeshire Carpets, we're asked this question constantly. In this guide, we'll break down the real costs so you can budget accurately for your project.
The cost of LVT itself varies significantly by brand and range. As a general guide for 2026:
Premium brands cost more upfront but come with significantly better wear layers (which affect how long the floor lasts), more realistic finishes, and longer guarantees — typically 15–25 years for residential use versus 5–10 years for budget options.
Professional fitting typically costs between £10 and £20 per m² depending on the complexity of the room, the fitting method required (glue-down vs click), and whether furniture needs moving. Awkward spaces, lots of doorways, or rooms with unusual shapes will sit at the higher end.
A typical living room of around 20m² would cost approximately £200–£400 to fit professionally, on top of the material cost.
This is the cost many homeowners don't anticipate. LVT requires a smooth, flat subfloor — any bumps or dips will show through the finished floor and can cause premature wear. If your subfloor needs levelling compound, removing old adhesive, or repairing damaged boards, this adds to the overall cost.
As a rough guide, allow £150–£400 for subfloor preparation on an average room, though some older properties or those with significant existing damage may cost more. We always assess the subfloor as part of our free measurement visit so there are no surprises.
To give you a realistic picture, here are some typical project costs for Peterborough and Cambridgeshire homes in 2026:
These figures include professional fitting and a basic subfloor assessment but may vary depending on the specific brand chosen and any remedial work required.
For most homes in Cambridgeshire, yes. The combination of waterproofing, durability, realistic aesthetics, and low maintenance makes LVT one of the best-value flooring investments available. Premium LVT in particular has an excellent cost-per-year of use when its longevity is factored in.
We offer free home measurement visits and no-obligation quotes across all PE and CB postcodes. Call us on 07345 995206 or get in touch to arrange yours.