Buyers searching for an SPC price per square meter usually want one number. The honest answer is that the number is built from six variables, and two quotes that look different are often quoting different products. This page explains what moves the price, so a quotation can be compared line by line.
1. Wear layer
The wear layer is the transparent film above the decor. It is the single biggest driver after the core. A 0.3 mm (12 mil) layer suits residential retail; 0.5 mm (20 mil) is the common commercial choice; 0.7 mm (28 mil) is used in hospitality and heavy retail. Comparing a 0.3 mm quote with a 0.5 mm quote is not a price comparison.
2. Thickness and core
Core thickness affects stiffness, joint stability and weight. A 4 mm board and a 6 mm board use different amounts of material, and the heavier board costs more to ship. Thickness is not the same as wear resistance: a thick board with a thin wear layer will still show traffic wear first.
3. Underlay
IXPE and EVA underlay change the price, the packing height and the acoustic value. Attached underlay is convenient but adds cost; separate underlay gives the buyer a choice. Confirm whether the quote includes underlay before comparing.
4. Surface and decor
EIR, hand-scraped, matte and high-gloss surfaces use different rollers and produce different reject rates. Special decors with low volume carry a higher setup cost per square meter. Stock decors are usually the cheapest way to start.
5. MOQ and quantity
SPC is commonly quoted from 300 sq ft per decor, but the unit price falls as the run gets longer. A quotation at the MOQ and a quotation at three containers are different prices for the same product.
6. Packing and freight
Carton grade, pallet configuration and private label artwork add cost. Freight depends on volume, weight and the route. Two FOB quotes are comparable; an FOB quote and a CIF quote are not.
How to compare quotes
| Item to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Wear layer in mil and mm | Different units hide different products |
| Thickness and core | Material and freight cost |
| Underlay included? | Often missing from a low quote |
| MOQ basis | Per decor or per order changes the unit price |
| Packing and marks | Private label adds setup cost |
| Incoterm and port | FOB, CIF and DDP are not comparable |
Why we do not publish a price list
An SPC price depends on the decor, the wear layer and the quantity, and it changes with freight. A list price would be wrong for most buyers. Send the application, the wear layer you need and the destination port, and the quotation states the product, the MOQ and the term in one document.
Price questions
How much does SPC flooring cost per square meter?
It depends on the wear layer, thickness, underlay, decor and quantity. We quote per project rather than publish a list price, so the number matches the product you are buying.
Is a thicker SPC board always more expensive?
Usually, because it uses more material and weighs more to ship. But a thick board with a thin wear layer can be cheaper than a thinner commercial board.
Do you quote FOB or CIF?
Both, against your port. FOB, CFR, CIF and DDP are quoted with the loading plan so the numbers are comparable.
What is the minimum order?
Around 300 sq ft per decor for SPC. The exact MOQ depends on the decor and is confirmed with the quotation.
Next step
Send the specification, get a comparable quote
Include the wear layer, quantity per decor and destination port.