Karndean Flooring Prices: How Much Does Karndean Cost?

Karndean flooring prices in 2026 range from £29.99/m² RRP for the entry-level Palio Essenza glue-down range up to £86.99/m² RRP for the premium Art Select basketweave format. Karndean fitted prices — the cost to supply and professionally install — range from £57/m² for Palio Essenza up to £177/m² for Art Select basketweave at our 24/7 Altrincham showroom, all including 3mm latex smoothing compound subfloor preparation and installation by our own fitters. Rigid core click ranges sit between £42.99 and £68.99/m² RRP supply only.

At Grosvenor Flooring we are a Karndean Approved Retailer, supplying the full Karndean range nationwide and offering supply and fit for customers across Altrincham, Manchester and Cheshire. This guide breaks down what each Karndean range costs, what affects the price, and how Karndean compares to other premium LVT brands. Prices reviewed: May 2026.

Karndean Glue-Down Range Prices 2026

Karndean glue-down ranges are bonded directly to the prepared subfloor and produce a flat, fully bonded finish. The table below shows manufacturer RRP per m² alongside our standard supply & fit price for each range and format. The supply & fit prices include the flooring, all adhesives and trims, 3mm latex smoothing compound subfloor preparation, professional installation by our own fitters and a post-installation check — with no hidden extras.

Range	Format	Thickness	Wear Layer	RRP m²	Supply & Fit m²
Palio Essenza	Plank/Tile	2.0mm	0.3mm	£29.99	£57.00
Knight Tile	Plank/Tile	2.0mm	0.3mm	£31.99	£59.00
Knight Tile	Parquet/Herringbone	2.0mm	0.3mm	£36.99	£77.00
Van Gogh	Plank/Tile	2.5mm	0.55mm	£44.99	£83.00
Van Gogh	Parquet/Herringbone	2.5mm	0.55mm	£49.99	£104.00
Art Select	Plank/Tile	2.5mm	0.7mm	£62.49	£115.00
Art Select	Parquet/Herringbone	2.5mm	0.7mm	£79.99	£167.00
Art Select	Basketweave	2.5mm	0.7mm	£86.99	£177.00

Palio Essenza is not on permanent display at our Altrincham showroom but is supplied and fitted nationwide. At £29.99/m² RRP and £57/m² fitted, it is the lowest-priced range in the Karndean catalogue — slightly below Knight Tile despite a matched 2.0mm thickness and 0.3mm wear layer.

Karndean Click Format Prices 2026 (Rigid Core)

Karndean’s rigid core click ranges install as a floating floor over most existing subfloors, without the smoothing compound preparation required for glue-down. Click format ranges are quicker to fit, and the locking core makes them more forgiving of minor subfloor imperfections. The prices below are supply only; contact us for a fitted quote on click Karndean — we install click-format flooring across Altrincham and the wider Cheshire region.

Range	Format	Thickness	Wear Layer	RRP m²
Knight Tile Rigid Core	Plank/Tile	4.5mm	0.3mm	£42.99
Van Gogh Rigid Core	Plank/Tile	5.5mm	0.55mm	£56.49
Van Gogh Rigid Core	Parquet/Herringbone	5.5mm	0.55mm	£68.99

Why We Publish Karndean Prices When Most Retailers Don’t

Most Karndean approved retailers don’t publish prices online. The convention is to quote project-by-project, so customers shopping for Karndean often have to chase multiple retailers just to get a rough idea of cost. We take a different view. The prices above are the manufacturer’s recommended retail price (RRP) for the flooring itself, alongside our standard fitted price on a normal installation specification. They are the same prices we publish openly on the wall of our Altrincham Smart Showroom — customers visiting at any hour of day or night can read the full price board before contacting us.

This transparency is possible because we are a Karndean Approved Retailer with our own in-house fitters. There is no third-party fitter mark-up, no hidden commission and no pressure to commit before you understand what your project will cost.

How Karndean Ranges Compare on Price

Karndean produces six residential collections we stock, and the price increases as you move up through the specification tiers. Below is how each range sits relative to the others and what you get for the additional investment.

Karndean Palio Essenza — Entry Level (Italian-Inspired)

Palio Essenza is the most affordable Karndean range at £29.99/m² RRP and £57/m² fitted. A 0.3mm wear layer and a 2.0mm glue-down construction make this the entry point to the Karndean catalogue, with an Italian-inspired design palette named after Italian towns and landscapes. A strong choice for whole-home projects where you want a genuine Karndean floor at the lowest available price.

Karndean Knight Tile — Entry Level (Glue-Down)

Knight Tile sits just above Palio Essenza at £31.99/m² RRP for plank/tile and £36.99/m² for parquet/herringbone — or £59 and £77/m² fitted respectively. Same 0.3mm wear layer and 2.0mm glue-down construction as Palio Essenza, but with Karndean’s broader and more design-led wood and stone palette. For customers who want a genuine Karndean floor at the lowest accessible price point, Knight Tile is the most popular entry-level choice.

Karndean Knight Tile Rigid Core — Entry Level (Click Format)

Knight Tile Rigid Core delivers selected Knight Tile designs in a 4.5mm rigid core SPC click format at £42.99/m² RRP. The waterproof core and pre-attached acoustic underlay make this a practical option for renovation projects where you want a quick install with minimal subfloor preparation. Higher product price than glue-down Knight Tile, but fitting costs are typically lower because click-lock requires less prep and no adhesive.

Karndean Van Gogh — Mid-Range (Glue-Down)

Van Gogh is Karndean’s most widely specified wood-effect collection and the most popular range at our Altrincham showroom. At £44.99/m² RRP for plank/tile (£83 fitted) and £49.99/m² for parquet/herringbone (£104 fitted), it steps up to a 0.55mm wear layer — nearly double Knight Tile’s — and offers Karndean’s strongest design-led plank and herringbone options. For most homeowners, Van Gogh represents the best balance of specification, design and price in the Karndean catalogue.

Karndean Van Gogh Rigid Core — Mid-Range (Click Format)

Van Gogh Rigid Core takes the same design palette and 0.55mm wear layer as glue-down Van Gogh and delivers it in a 5.5mm rigid core click format. Plank/tile RRP is £56.49/m², parquet/herringbone £68.99/m². A strong choice for renovation projects where you want mid-range Karndean specification with the simpler click-lock installation method.

Karndean Art Select — Premium

Art Select is Karndean’s flagship residential collection and the most expensive: £62.49/m² RRP for plank/tile (£115 fitted), rising to £86.99/m² for the basketweave format (£177 fitted). A 0.7mm wear layer, larger plank and parquet sizes and Karndean’s most sophisticated surface detailing put this range at the top of the portfolio. Art Select is the default choice for statement floors — herringbone hallways, parquet living rooms and projects where the finish needs to justify a significant investment.

What Else Affects the Final Karndean Price?

Beyond the range itself, several factors influence your final Karndean quote:

• Project size: Larger projects benefit from better per-square-metre pricing. A single room often costs more per m² than a whole-house installation because fixed-cost elements (delivery, set-up time, subfloor inspection) are spread across fewer square metres.
• Layout complexity: Standard plank or tile layouts are more straightforward to install than herringbone, parquet or basketweave. Complex layouts increase both material requirements (more cutting waste) and fitting time — which is why the supply & fit prices above step up sharply for the more intricate formats.
• Glue-down vs rigid core click: Glue-down ranges (Palio Essenza, Knight Tile, Van Gogh, Art Select) require more intensive subfloor preparation and professional adhesive application. Rigid core click products (Knight Tile Rigid Core, Van Gogh Rigid Core) are quicker to fit and more forgiving of minor subfloor imperfections, which can reduce overall project cost.
• Supply only vs supply & fit: If you only need the flooring supplied and have your own approved Karndean fitter, the quote covers materials at RRP only. Supply & fit includes professional installation, subfloor preparation and finishing — and validates the Karndean manufacturer warranty when installed by an approved retailer.
• Subfloor condition: Karndean glue-down ranges require a smooth, level, dry subfloor. If your existing subfloor needs additional preparation work beyond the standard 3mm latex smoothing compound (extensive levelling, damp-proof membrane, removal of an existing floor covering), this is quoted separately after a home survey.
• Underfloor heating: All Karndean ranges are compatible with underfloor heating subject to a 27°C surface temperature limit, but specific installation requirements for heated subfloors can add slightly to fitting costs.

How Does Karndean Compare to Other Brands on Price?

Karndean sits at the premium end of the UK LVT market alongside Amtico. Here is where Karndean lands relative to the other LVT brands we stock and fit, using our published supply & fit prices as a like-for-like benchmark.

• Karndean vs Amtico: Very similar price bracket at comparable specification levels. Karndean Knight Tile at £59/m² fitted sits just below Amtico First at £57/m². Karndean Van Gogh at £83/m² fitted compares to Amtico Spacia at £85/m². The main price difference appears at the top — Amtico Signature (1.0mm wear layer, lifetime warranty) at £140/m² fitted has no direct Karndean equivalent. Karndean Art Select (0.7mm) competes directly with Amtico Form (0.7mm) at almost matched fitted prices. For a full comparison, see our Amtico vs Karndean guide.
• Karndean vs Invictus: Invictus is more accessibly priced at equivalent specification levels. Invictus Maximus at £68/m² fitted matches Karndean Van Gogh on wear layer (0.55mm) but sits roughly £15/m² below it. For customers who want a 0.55mm specification at the best fitted price, Invictus is worth considering alongside Karndean.
• Karndean vs Nordikka: Nordikka is more accessibly priced at equivalent specification levels, with transparent online pricing and a direct checkout experience. For customers who want high-quality LVT at a lower price point, Nordikka is worth considering. See our Nordikka vs Amtico vs Karndean comparison.
• Karndean vs budget LVT: Significantly more expensive than entry-level or budget LVT. The difference is justified by manufacturing quality, design depth, warranty length and the approved retailer installation network. If your budget is tight, our wider LVT flooring collection includes options at every price point — see the full LVT supply & fit pricing guide for the complete cross-brand breakdown.

Is Karndean Worth the Price?

This depends on what you are comparing it to and what matters to you. If you are choosing between Karndean and a budget LVT, the price gap is significant — but so is the gap in design quality, surface realism, durability and long-term warranty cover. Karndean floors are designed to last decades when properly installed, and the warranty structure reflects this.

If you are choosing between Karndean and Amtico at equivalent specification levels, the price difference is minimal and the decision usually comes down to design preference, range structure and which brand’s aesthetic suits your home. If you are weighing Karndean against a more accessibly priced brand like Invictus or Nordikka at the 0.55mm specification level, the practical performance difference for most homes is small — the premium you pay for Karndean reflects the broader design range, the heritage of the brand and the approved retailer warranty network.

The honest answer: Karndean is worth the price if you value design-led flooring, a comprehensive range that covers every format and specification level, and the peace of mind that comes with an approved retailer warranty network. If your priority is getting a well-specified LVT at the best possible price, there are strong alternatives at every tier of our range.

How to Get the Best Karndean Price

A few practical tips for getting the most competitive quote:

• Get multiple quotes: Request prices from more than one Karndean approved retailer, then share the best quote with us. We will do our best to beat it.
• Know your measurements: An accurate room measurement (length x width in metres) lets us quote precisely rather than estimating. This avoids over-ordering and keeps wastage to a minimum.
• Consider the range carefully: Not every room needs Art Select specification. A smart approach is to use a higher-spec range in heavy-traffic areas (hallway, kitchen) and a more affordable range in bedrooms or guest rooms. We can quote mixed-range projects — Van Gogh in the kitchen, Knight Tile in the bedrooms, for example.
• Glue-down vs click: If subfloor preparation is a concern, rigid core click products can reduce total project cost even though the product price is similar. Ask us which format makes most sense for your situation.
• Ask about supply only: If you have access to a competent fitter who can work under an approved retailer’s guidance, supply-only pricing removes the fitting element from the quote. Confirm with us that the warranty will still be valid under this arrangement.

Where to Buy Karndean in Altrincham

Grosvenor Flooring is the Karndean Approved Retailer for Altrincham, Cheshire and South Manchester. Every Karndean range listed above (except Palio Essenza, available on request) is on physical display in our 24/7 Smart Showroom at 82 Stamford New Road, Altrincham, WA14 1BS — you can see and walk on full-size samples before committing. For the complete Altrincham-area Karndean guide including showroom access and supply & fit details, see our where to buy Karndean in Altrincham page.

Request a Karndean Price

To get a Karndean quote from Grosvenor Flooring, browse the Karndean range to shortlist your preferred designs, then contact us with your room measurements and project details. We quote on a per-project basis and respond the same working day.

Call: 0161 706 0469
WhatsApp: 07535 325966
Email: contact@grosvenor-flooring.com

You can also visit our 24/7 Smart Showroom to see every Karndean range at full scale — request your access code here and visit whenever suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Karndean flooring cost per square metre in 2026?

Karndean prices range from £29.99/m² RRP for Palio Essenza (the cheapest range) up to £86.99/m² RRP for Art Select basketweave (the most expensive). Fitted prices range from £57/m² for Palio Essenza up to £177/m² for Art Select basketweave. Fitted prices include 3mm latex subfloor preparation and professional installation by an approved retailer’s own fitters.

What is the cheapest Karndean range?

Palio Essenza at £29.99/m² RRP and £57/m² fitted is the cheapest Karndean range, with the same 2.0mm thickness and 0.3mm wear layer as Knight Tile but a smaller, Italian-themed design palette. Knight Tile at £31.99/m² RRP (£59 fitted) for plank/tile is the next step up, and the most popular entry-level choice given its broader design library.

What is the most expensive Karndean range?

Art Select is Karndean’s flagship and most expensive collection. RRP starts at £62.49/m² for plank/tile and rises to £86.99/m² for basketweave, with a 0.7mm wear layer and Karndean’s most sophisticated design detailing. Fitted prices range from £115/m² for plank/tile up to £177/m² for basketweave.

Why is Karndean herringbone more expensive than plank?

Herringbone and parquet patterns take longer to fit because each piece is laid at an angle, more material is lost to edge cuts, and the alignment tolerances are tighter. Karndean Van Gogh herringbone is £104/m² fitted versus £83/m² for the equivalent plank/tile format — an uplift of about £21/m² for the more complex installation.

How does Karndean compare to Amtico on price?

Karndean and Amtico are priced very similarly at comparable specification levels. Karndean Knight Tile (£59/m² fitted) sits just below Amtico First (£57/m²), Van Gogh (£83) is virtually matched with Spacia (£85), and Art Select competes with Amtico Form at equivalent fitted prices. The main difference is at the top — Amtico Signature (1.0mm wear layer) sits above Karndean’s highest range. For a deeper comparison see our Amtico vs Karndean guide.

How much does it cost to have Karndean fitted compared to supply only?

Supply & fit prices are roughly £25–£90/m² higher than RRP supply-only prices, depending on the range and laying pattern. For example, Karndean Knight Tile plank/tile is £31.99/m² RRP supply only versus £59/m² supply & fit. The fitted price includes the flooring, 3mm latex smoothing compound subfloor preparation, all adhesives and trims, professional installation by our own fitters and a post-installation check.

Can I get a price match on Karndean?

Yes. If you have a Karndean quote from another approved retailer, share it with us and we will do our best to beat it. As a Karndean Approved Retailer with our own in-house fitting team, we are able to compete strongly on both supply only and supply & fit pricing.

When were these Karndean prices last reviewed?

May 2026. We review this pricing guide at least annually to keep it aligned with Karndean’s current manufacturer RRP and our supply & fit pricing. Prices may vary marginally for projects requiring additional subfloor preparation, removal of an existing floor or specialist trims.

Further Reading

• Browse the full Karndean range
• Where to buy Karndean in Altrincham
• Why buy from an approved Karndean retailer?
• Karndean herringbone flooring guide
• Amtico vs Karndean — which should you choose?
• Nordikka vs Amtico vs Karndean
• LVT supply & fit pricing guide — full cross-brand comparison
• Best LVT flooring in the UK — 2026 guide
• Explore the full LVT flooring collection