How Much Does It Cost to Install Laminate in a 12x22 Room?
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
For a 12×22 space (264 sq ft), expect a total installed price between $850 and $2,683 for laminate flooring. A solid mid-range product with professional installation typically totals about $1,541.
Cost by laminate product tier for a 12x22 room
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget AC3 Laminate | $1.89/sf | $850–$1,304 | $1,077 |
| Standard AC4 Laminate | $2.69/sf | $1,053–$1,594 | $1,309 |
| Waterproof AC4 Laminate | $3.49/sf | $1,285–$1,885 | $1,541 |
| Premium AC5 Laminate | $4.49/sf | $1,548–$2,393 | $1,898 |
| Wide-Plank European Laminate | $4.99/sf | $1,693–$2,683 | $2,043 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation.
Where the money goes at 264 sq ft
Three inputs set your total. Tier ($1.29 to $6.99/sf material across the lineup) is the lever you control. Labor — around $528 for a mid-range install in this room — is set by your local market. And waste: installers order 10% over, which these numbers already include, so the table above is the check-out price, not a teaser.
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How long does a 264 sq ft laminate install take?
A professional crew typically completes a single 264 sq ft room in one day, plus removal time if old flooring is coming out.
Will my state change these 12x22 room prices?
Materials barely move by state, but labor does — Floormath adjusts installation from 0.80x in the cheapest markets to 1.25x in the priciest. On this room that swings the labor line by up to ±$132.
What's the cheapest way to floor a 12x22 room with laminate?
The budget tier (Budget AC3 Laminate) installed professionally starts around $850. Installing it yourself removes the labor line entirely and can cut the total by 30–45%.