# Ontario Flooring Comparison: Hardwood, Engineered, LVP, Tile & Carpet Costs 2026 **URL:** \ **Category:** Ontario\ **Created:** [April 26, 2026, 6:20pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/ontario-flooring-comparison-hardwood-engineered-lvp-tile-carpet-costs-2026/46859 "2026-04-26T18:20:45Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 1\ **Page:** 1
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Flooring is one of the highest-impact changes in any Ontario renovation. Here is a full cost and performance comparison for 2026. **Solid Hardwood** Supply: $8-$18/sq ft. Install (sand-and-finish): $4-$8/sq ft. Can be refinished multiple times over decades. Not for below-grade or bathrooms. Responds to humidity — needs climate control. White oak and maple dominate Ontario choices. **Engineered Hardwood** Supply: $5-$14/sq ft. Install: $3-$6/sq ft. More dimensionally stable than solid. Suitable above slab with radiant heat. Typically refinished 1-2 times. Better than solid for Ontario’s humidity swings. **Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)** Supply: $3-$8/sq ft. Install: $2-$4/sq ft. 100% waterproof. Suitable for bathrooms, kitchens, basements. Floats over existing subfloor. Look for 12mil+ wear layer and attached underlayment. Quality varies significantly. **Porcelain/Ceramic Tile** Supply: $4-$15/sq ft. Install: $8-$20/sq ft. Most durable and water-resistant. Cold underfoot without radiant heat. Grout maintenance required. Large format (24x24+) is popular in Ontario kitchens and bathrooms. **Carpet** Supply: $2-$7/sq ft. Install: $1-$3/sq ft. Warm and quiet. Best for bedrooms and basements. Avoid in moisture-prone areas. Lifespan 8-15 years. Discuss flooring selection and find Ontario flooring contractors at home.renovation.reviews.