Cost to Install 800 Sq Ft of Solid Hardwood Flooring
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
Budgeting a 800 sq ft hardwood job? Across all 7 product tiers in Floormath's model, installed totals span $5,951–$17,151, with the typical mid-range project near $9,551.
800 sq ft cost by product tier
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Oak — Domestic | $5.49/sf | $5,951–$10,551 | $8,031 |
| Hard Maple — Domestic | $6.49/sf | $6,831–$11,431 | $8,911 |
| Engineered Oak — Stable | $6.49/sf | $6,031–$11,431 | $8,511 |
| Hickory — Hardest Domestic | $6.99/sf | $7,451–$12,531 | $9,551 |
| White Oak — Premium Domestic | $7.49/sf | $7,451–$13,411 | $9,991 |
| Brazilian Cherry / Exotic | $9.99/sf | $9,391–$17,151 | $12,391 |
| American Walnut — Luxury | $10.99/sf | $10,271–$17,151 | $13,271 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation.
How 800 sq ft compares to other project sizes
| Area | Budget | Typical | High-end |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144 sq ft | $1,071 | $1,719 | $3,087 |
| 200 sq ft | $1,488 | $2,388 | $4,288 |
| 300 sq ft | $2,232 | $3,582 | $6,432 |
| 500 sq ft | $3,720 | $5,970 | $10,720 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $7,439 | $11,939 | $21,439 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $11,158 | $17,908 | $32,159 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $14,878 | $23,878 | $42,878 |
Use the table to sanity-check contractor quotes: a bid far outside the $7.44–$21.44/sf window for a 800 sq ft job either includes scope you haven't itemized (demolition, subfloor, stairs) or deserves a second opinion.
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Run the free calculator →Frequently asked questions
How much material should I order for 800 sq ft?
Order about 880 sq ft — the standard 10% waste allowance covers cuts, mistakes, and a few spare boards for future repairs. Diagonal layouts and patterned installs need 15%+.
Does 800 sq ft qualify for bulk pricing?
Yes — most suppliers break pricing at 500 and 1,000 sq ft, and installers will sharpen day rates for multi-room continuous work.
Can I save by installing 800 sq ft myself?
DIY removes the labor line — roughly $3,400 on a job this size at national-average rates. This material is one of the harder DIY installs; most homeowners hire out.