What Is The Price Of Hardwood Flooring?

Many Singaporeans are opting for hard flooring, probably because of its warm coloring, natural beauty and easy refinishing. However, many of them are clueless when it comes to the price of hardwood flooring. There is no standard price of hardwood flooring, since prices vary from one place to the other and from one hardwood flooring company to the other. Generally, the price will vary from one place to the other and depending on the nature of hardwood flooring project.

Factors determining the cost of hardwood flooring in Singapore 

The type of hardwood flooring 
There are two main types of hardwood flooring that are prevalent in Singapore. Here are the two main types of hardwood flooring in Singapore.

· Engineered wood flooring 
In this hardwood flooring, each part of the flooring features 2 layers of hardwood. The top layer appears on the surface of the floor and it is hence the part will be visible after the hardwood flooring is installed. The cost of installing and maintaining this flooring is relatively expensive as compared to that of other types of hardwood floorings. 

· Solid wood flooring 
Each plank of this hardwood flooring is made of solid wood from one piece of timber. Most Singaporeans like this flooring due to its elegant appearance. However, there is a significant number of home owners who desist from using it due to its temperamental nature. It is cheaper as compared to other types of hardwood flooring installed in most homes, offices and business premises across Singapore. 

The floor size 
This is the other factor that determines the price of hardwood flooring in Singapore. The larger the floor size, the higher the price one will have to pay for both hardwood flooring installation and maintenance. 

Labor cost
Labor cost also determines the price of installing hardwood flooring in Singapore. Many companies estimate the total cost of installing hardwood flooring by charging the hourly costs per every 100 square feet of installation done by their construction teams. Labor costs may also include the cost of the materials used, decoration and finishing costs. 

Place 
The price of hardwood flooring may also vary from one location to the other. Generally, places with high humidity in Singapore will attract relatively higher hardwood flooring installation costs than areas with low humidity. This is solely because a high level of humidity affects the drying time for finishing and staining of wood. 

Tips for getting the best hardwood flooring company at an affordable price

Just like it has already been mentioned, there is no standard price of hardwood flooring in Singapore, since there are number of factors that will greatly affect the price. Similarly, hardwood flooring companies charge different prices from each other. Here are tips for getting the best hardwood flooring company in Singapore at an affordable price.

Comparing the prices 
Get a list of the top hardwood flooring companies in your city and compare their hardwood flooring prices. Select the company that offers the lowest price for its hardwood flooring installation prices. 

Search for the company that treats clients to discounts and special offers 
Whereas many hardwood flooring companies in Singapore don’t offer discounts and special offers to their clients, you can still get an ideal company that will treat you to discounts and special offers. Such a company is best for you since you will end up paying a lower hardwood flooring price.

Bargain the price 
Though some companies have a fixed price for their hardwood flooring, you can still bargain the price with an ideal company until it goes down to what you can afford.

How can I estimate the price of hardwood flooring for my home?

The best way to estimate the price of your hardwood flooring is by simply using a flooring calculator. If you have never used this calculator, this is how to go about it.

1. Start by entering the specific dimension of the room that you intend to install hard wood flooring.

2. Once you have entered the dimensions, click on enter. The calculator will automatically give you the actual amount of hardwood flooring you need to install. The number is in square yards. 

3. Multiply the total amount of flooring with the cost of every square yard of flooring. The calculator will give you the cost per Singapore dollars depending on your area of location.