If you are fitting floors for a living, running a building site or doing up a rental property, you will soon notice how much flooring costs when you buy it one room at a time. That is where flooring wholesale comes in. Buying wholesale means you get flooring at trade prices, often in larger amounts, straight from a supplier that deals with the trade every day.
At Kent Flooring UK, trade is a massive part of what we do. We have been supplying and fitting floors across Kent, London and the South East for over 20 years, and we work with floor layers, builders, construction companies, landlords and homeowners with bigger projects. This guide explains how flooring wholesale works, who it suits, and how to get the most out of it.
What Does Flooring Wholesale Mean?
Flooring wholesale is when you buy flooring at trade rates rather than the full shop price. Instead of paying for the extras that come with a normal shop visit, you are paying closer to what the product really costs.
You might buy:
- Full rolls of carpet or vinyl sheet
- Packs of luxury vinyl tiles (LVT), such as Karndean or Amtico
- Boxes of engineered or solid wood, including herringbone and parquet
- Safety flooring for kitchens, washrooms and care settings
- Adhesives, levelling compounds, underlay, door bars and stair nosings
The big idea is simple. The more you buy, and the more often you buy, the better the price usually is.
Who Is Flooring Wholesale For?
Most people think wholesale is only for big businesses. That is not true. Here are the people we supply most often:
- Floor layers and fitters who need stock for several jobs each week
- Builders and developers fitting out new homes or flats
- Landlords and letting agents who refresh rental properties between tenants
- Schools, care homes and offices with large areas to cover
- Homeowners doing a whole house at once, who want trade rates on a bigger order
Our trade flooring supply service is built around all of these customers. No job is too small, and we can supply any brand at any volume.
Wholesale vs Retail: What Is the Difference?
It can help to see the two side by side. The table below shows the main differences between buying flooring wholesale and buying it from a normal shop.
| What you get | Buying wholesale (trade) | Buying retail (shop) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Trade prices, lower cost per square metre | Full shop price |
| Order size | Full rolls, full packs and bulk orders | Often cut to size for one room |
| Choice of brands | Any brand, sourced to order | Usually limited to what is on display |
| Collection times | Early starts and Saturday collection | Normal shop hours |
| Delivery | Delivery slots to site or home | Varies by shop |
| Advice | Product advice from people who fit floors | General sales advice |
| Best for | Trade, landlords, large or repeat jobs | Small one-off rooms |
How Buying Flooring Wholesale Works With Us
We have kept the process as easy as possible, because we know trade customers do not have time to waste.
1. Tell Us What You Need
Fill in the quote form on our website or give us a call on 01634 790454. Let us know the product, the brand if you have one in mind, and how much you need. If you are not sure on the brand, our team can help you choose.
2. Get Your Price
We pride ourselves on great rates at trade prices, and we will beat any quote. If you have a price from somewhere else, send it over and we will take a look.
3. Collect or Have It Delivered
Our base is in Medway, close to the M2, M20 and M25. You can:
- Collect from 7am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, including Saturdays
- Book a delivery slot that suits you, whether that is to a site, a shop or a home
We deliver across the whole of the UK, although delivery charges may apply for some areas.
Get Your Measurements Right First
The easiest way to waste money when buying wholesale is to order the wrong amount. Too little and the job stops while you wait for more. Too much and you have paid for stock you will never use.
Before you order, take careful measurements of every room. Measure into the doorways, check the width in a few places (walls are not always straight), and take photos. Our guide on how to measure a room walks you through it step by step, including stairs and landings.
Here are a few more tips:
- Order from the same batch. Carpet, vinyl and wood can change colour slightly between batches. Ordering all you need in one go keeps the whole floor matching.
- Allow a little extra. Most jobs need a bit more than the room size for cutting and fitting. Patterns like herringbone usually need more than straight planks.
- Check the pack size. Flooring like LVT and wood is sold in packs, such as 1.44 or 2.25 square metres per pack. Work out how many full packs you need, not just the total area.
Do Not Forget the Extras
A good floor is about more than the top layer. When you buy flooring wholesale, it makes sense to order the bits that go underneath and around it at the same time. That way, everything arrives together, and the job runs smoothly.
Think about:
- Underlay. The right underlay makes carpet feel softer and helps wood and laminate sit flat. Our guide to the best underlay for each flooring type explains which one to pick.
- Levelling compound. Uneven floors can cause bubbles, creases and lifting. A smooth base helps your new floor last.
- Adhesives. Glue-down LVT and sheet vinyl need the right adhesive for the job.
- Door bars and thresholds. These finish the edges where two floors meet.
- Stair nosings and rods. These protect the edges of stairs and give a neat finish.
Choosing the Right Product for the Job
Wholesale is not only about price. Picking the right floor for each room saves money in the long run, because the floor lasts longer and needs fewer repairs.
For example, luxury vinyl tiles are a popular choice for kitchens, hallways and busy shops because they cope well with spills and heavy footfall. Two of the best-known names are Karndean and Amtico. If you are unsure which suits your project, our installers compare Karndean and Amtico in plain terms.
We also stock and supply other trusted brands, including Polyflor, Altro, Forbo, Tarkett and Moduleo. If you would like to see and feel samples before you buy, you can book a visit to our Rochester showroom, which holds thousands of carpet, wood and vinyl samples.
Stay Safe When Collecting Your Order
Flooring is heavy. A full roll of carpet or a stack of wood packs can weigh a lot more than you might expect. If you are collecting your own order, plan ahead:
- Bring enough people to load safely
- Make sure your van or vehicle has room for the full order
- Keep the load close to your body and avoid twisting when you lift
The Health and Safety Executive has clear advice on good handling technique when lifting loads, which is worth a read for anyone moving heavy stock. If a load is too big to handle, a delivery slot is often the easier option.
Look Out for Special Offers
As a supplier, we sometimes have end-of-line stock and part rolls at great prices. These can be perfect for smaller rooms, rental properties or quick jobs. It is always worth asking our team what is in stock before you place a bigger order.
Why Buy Flooring Wholesale From Kent Flooring UK?
- Over 20 years of supplying and fitting floors
- Trade prices, and we will beat any quote
- Any brand, any volume, with no job too small
- Collection 7am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday
- Delivery slots that suit you, with UK-wide delivery
- Friendly, honest advice from a team that fits floors every day
- Floor fitting available if you need it
Get a Trade Quote Today
Whether you need a single roll of carpet or flooring for a whole school, we are here to help. Fill in our quote form or call us on 01634 790454 to talk to our team about flooring wholesale at trade prices. We will help you choose the right product, order the right amount and get it to you when you need it.
