Karndean Flooring Prices: How Much Does Karndean Cost?

Karndean is a premium LVT brand, and the price reflects that — but the cost varies significantly depending on which range you choose, whether you opt for glue-down or rigid core click, the size of your project and whether you need supply only or supply and fit. Understanding how Karndean’s pricing works before you request a quote means you can budget accurately and choose the right range for your project without overspending or under-specifying.

At Grosvenor Flooring we are a Karndean Approved Retailer, supplying the full Karndean range nationwide and offering supply and fit for customers in Altrincham, Manchester and Cheshire. We quote on a per-project basis — and if you have a competing quote from another retailer, we will do our best to beat it.

Why Karndean Does Not Display Prices Online

If you have been searching for Karndean prices, you will have noticed that no approved retailer publishes them openly. This is standard practice for Karndean — pricing is provided on a request-a-quote basis rather than displayed on product pages. There are practical reasons for this: project pricing depends on the range, the quantity ordered, the complexity of the layout (particularly with Art Select herringbone and parquet designs) and whether supply-only or supply-and-fit is required.

What this means in practice is that the best way to get an accurate Karndean price is to contact an approved retailer directly with your room measurements, preferred range and any designs you have shortlisted. At Grosvenor Flooring we typically respond with a full quote the same working day.

How Karndean Ranges Compare on Price

Karndean produces six residential collections, and the price increases as you move up through the specification tiers. While we cannot publish specific per-square-metre figures, we can explain where each range sits relative to the others and what you get for the additional investment.

Karndean Knight Tile — Entry Level (Glue-Down)

Knight Tile is the most affordable collection in the Karndean glue-down range. It features a 0.3mm wear layer and a wide palette of wood and stone designs. For customers who want a genuine Karndean floor at the lowest price point, Knight Tile is the starting line. It is well suited to whole-home projects where budget matters but you do not want to compromise on brand quality. The glue-down format produces a completely flat, fully bonded finish that many homeowners prefer to the feel of a floating floor.

Karndean Palio Essenza — Entry Level (Italian-Inspired)

Palio Essenza sits at a similar price point to Knight Tile, with a 0.3mm wear layer in a traditional glue-down format. Where Knight Tile focuses on a broad palette of classic wood and stone effects, Palio Essenza offers an Italian-inspired design direction — named after Italian towns and landscapes. If you want an entry-level Karndean glue-down floor with a Mediterranean aesthetic, Palio Essenza is the alternative to Knight Tile.

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

Knight Tile Rigid Core takes selected Knight Tile designs and delivers them in a rigid core SPC click format, with a waterproof core and pre-attached acoustic underlay. The price is slightly higher than glue-down Knight Tile, but installation costs are often lower because click-lock floors require less subfloor preparation and no adhesive. A practical choice for renovation projects and rooms where you want an entry-level Karndean floor fitted quickly.

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

Van Gogh is Karndean’s most widely specified wood-effect collection and sits in the mid-price bracket. It steps up to a 0.55mm wear layer — nearly double that of Knight Tile — and offers Karndean’s strongest design-led plank and herringbone options. Rich oaks, deep walnuts, limed finishes and smoked tones make Van Gogh the default choice for customers who want a Karndean floor that looks genuinely premium. For most homeowners, Van Gogh represents the best balance of specification, design and price.

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 rigid core click format with a 20-year residential warranty. The product price is comparable to glue-down Van Gogh, but as with Knight Tile Rigid Core, fitting costs may be lower due to the simpler click-lock installation. A strong choice for renovation projects where you want mid-range Karndean specification without the demands of glue-down subfloor preparation.

Karndean Art Select — Premium

Art Select is Karndean’s flagship residential collection and the most expensive. A 0.7mm wear layer, larger plank and parquet formats and more sophisticated surface detailing put this range at the top of the Karndean 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. The price premium over Van Gogh reflects the thicker wear layer, enhanced warranty and the range’s position as Karndean’s showcase product.

What Else Affects the 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 will cost more per sqm than a whole-house installation.
• Layout complexity: Standard plank or tile layouts are more straightforward to install than herringbone or parquet. Complex layouts increase both material requirements (more cutting waste) and fitting time. Art Select herringbone projects in particular require experienced installers and careful planning.
• Glue-down vs rigid core click: Glue-down Karndean (Knight Tile, Van Gogh, Art Select, Palio Essenza) requires 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 and fit: If you only need the flooring supplied and have your own approved fitter, the quote covers materials only. Supply and fit includes professional installation, subfloor preparation and all finishing — and validates the Karndean manufacturer warranty.
• Subfloor condition: Karndean glue-down ranges require a smooth, level, dry subfloor. If your existing subfloor needs preparation work (levelling compound, damp-proof membrane, removal of existing floor covering), this adds to the overall project cost.
• 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. To give a sense of where it lands relative to other brands we stock:

• Karndean vs Amtico: Very similar price bracket at comparable specification levels. Karndean Knight Tile and Amtico First are both entry-level 0.3mm collections; Karndean Van Gogh and Amtico Spacia sit in similar mid-range territory at 0.55mm. The main price difference appears at the top — Amtico Signature (1.0mm wear layer, lifetime warranty) has no direct Karndean equivalent, while Karndean Art Select (0.7mm) competes with Amtico Form. For a full comparison, see our Amtico vs Karndean guide.
• 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 a high-quality LVT at a lower price point, Nordikka is worth considering alongside Karndean. See our Nordikka vs Amtico vs Karndean comparison.
• Karndean vs budget LVT: Significantly more expensive than entry-level or budget LVT brands. The difference is justified by manufacturing quality, design depth, warranty length and the approved retailer installation network that underpins it. If your budget is tight, our wider LVT flooring collection includes options at every price point.

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 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 in our range that perform comparably for less.

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) allows us to quote precisely rather than estimating. This avoids over-ordering and keeps waste 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.

Request a 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.

Get in touch via our enquiry form, WhatsApp or by phone. You can also visit our Altrincham showroom to see every Karndean range at full scale — the showroom is open 24/7 with smart showroom access, so you can visit whenever suits you. Request your door code here.

Further Reading

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