How Much Does It Cost to Install Laminate in a 16x18 Room?
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
For a 16×18 space (288 sq ft), expect a total installed price between $927 and $2,927 for laminate flooring. A solid mid-range product with professional installation typically totals about $1,682.
Cost by laminate product tier for a 16x18 room
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget AC3 Laminate | $1.89/sf | $927–$1,422 | $1,175 |
| Standard AC4 Laminate | $2.69/sf | $1,149–$1,739 | $1,428 |
| Waterproof AC4 Laminate | $3.49/sf | $1,402–$2,056 | $1,682 |
| Premium AC5 Laminate | $4.49/sf | $1,689–$2,610 | $2,070 |
| Wide-Plank European Laminate | $4.99/sf | $1,847–$2,927 | $2,229 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation.
What moves the number in a 16x18 room
The spread comes almost entirely from product tier: Budget AC3 Laminate and Wide-Plank European Laminate are several dollars per square foot apart, which compounds to a four-figure gap in a 288 sq ft room. Labor is steadier — about $576 here at national rates, drifting 15–25% with your state. Every figure already carries the industry-standard 10% material waste allowance.
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Does the price include installation?
Yes — every figure on this page includes materials with 10% waste plus professional installation labor at national-average rates. Old floor removal, subfloor repair, and stairs are extra.
How much does old floor removal add for this room?
Demolition and haul-away typically run $0.60–$1.50/sf — about $173–$432 for a 16x18 room, depending on what's coming out and local disposal fees.
How many square feet is a 16x18 room?
A 16x18 room is 288 square feet (16 × 18 = 288). Flooring installers order about 10% extra for cuts and waste, so plan on purchasing roughly 316 sq ft of material.