100 Sq Ft Hardwood Cost

🪵 How much does 100 square feet of hardwood flooring cost? See the full breakdown with 2026 national average pricing.

Hardwood flooring in a real home

Total Installed Cost

$1,000$3,000

Average: $2,000 ($20/sqft)

For 100 sq ft — about a small bathroom or closet

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Key Takeaways

Average Cost

$2,000

Cost Range

$1,000 – $3,000

Per Sq Ft

$20/sqft

Waste Factor

10% (10 sqft extra)

Hardwood Cost Breakdown for 100 Sq Ft

Materials

$6–$22/sqft × 110 sq ft (with 10% waste)

$600$2,200

Labor / Installation

$6/sqft × 100 sq ft

$600

Waste Factor

10% extra material = 10 additional sq ft

+10 sq ft

Total Project Cost

$1,000$3,000

About Hardwood

Solid or engineered wood planks. Timeless, increases home value.

✅ Pros

  • Adds property value
  • 50+ year lifespan
  • Refinishable
  • Timeless appeal

⚠️ Cons

  • Susceptible to moisture
  • Higher cost
  • Scratches visible

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All Flooring Costs for 100 Sq Ft

Compare every flooring type for the same square footage:

Flooring TypeCost/Sq FtTotal LowTotal HighAverage
🧶 Carpet$3$11$300$1,100$700
Epoxy Coating$3$12$300$1,200$750
📏 Laminate$4$12$400$1,200$800
🔷 Vinyl Plank (LVP/LVT)$4$13$400$1,300$850
🪵 Cork$6$13$600$1,300$950
Ceramic Tile$5$16$500$1,600$1,050
🎋 Bamboo$7$16$700$1,600$1,150
🌲 Engineered Hardwood$7$19$700$1,900$1,300
🔲 Porcelain Tile$7$25$700$2,500$1,600
🪵 Hardwood $10$30$1,000$3,000$2,000
🪨 Natural Stone$11$45$1,100$4,500$2,800

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does 100 sq ft of hardwood cost?

100 square feet of hardwood flooring costs between $1,000 and $3,000 installed, with a national average of $2,000 ($20/sqft including material and labor). This covers a small bathroom or closet.

What is the cost per square foot for hardwood?

The average installed cost of hardwood is $20 per square foot, ranging from $10 to $30 per square foot. Material alone costs $6$22/sqft, with labor at approximately $6/sqft.

How much extra material should I buy for 100 sq ft?

For 100 square feet, purchase approximately 110 square feet of hardwood material. This includes a 10% waste factor for cuts and mistakes (10 sq ft extra).

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Top 3 Hardwood Products

Best-Selling Hardwood — Budget, Mid-Range & Premium

The three products flooring pros recommend most, from budget-friendly to premium. Prices are material-only — installation is extra.

Budget Pick

Bruce

Plano Oak Solid Hardwood

$3.99/sqft material

Bruce is America's oldest hardwood brand (founded 1912). Plano Oak is their best-selling solid oak, 3/4" thick, prefinished with 50-year warranty. Can be sanded and refinished 4-5 times.

Best for:Traditional homes
View at Home Depot / Lowe's
Best Seller

Bellawood

Brazilian Pecan Solid Hardwood

$5.99/sqft material

Bellawood is LL Flooring's house brand with an industry-leading 100-year warranty. Brazilian Pecan (Janka 3680) is one of the hardest woods available — nearly impossible to dent. Prefinished, 3/4" solid.

Best for:High-traffic homes
View at LL Flooring
Premium Pick

Shaw

Boulder Creek Hickory

$8.99/sqft material

Shaw's premium solid hickory line. Wide 5" planks, hand-scraped texture, ScufResist Platinum finish. Hickory is the hardest domestic hardwood (Janka 1820). Character-grade boards with natural variation.

Best for:Luxury & character homes
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Product recommendations based on expert reviews, sales volume, and contractor consensus (2026). Prices reflect national averages and may vary by location and promotions. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.

Pricing data from HomeGuide, Homewyse, HomeAdvisor, Angi, and FlooringClarity (2026 national averages). Actual costs vary by region, material grade, and project complexity.