Flooring Price Increases 2026
7 flooring price increases from 7 manufacturers take effect in 2026, plus 1 surcharge; the latest is Mohawk Group at up to 5% on Oct 5, 2026. The median stated increase is 6.8%. Checked daily · last checked Oct 26, 2026.
7 flooring price increases from 7 manufacturers take effect in 2026, plus 1 surcharge. Grouped below by effective date, each with a link to the original letter.
- Latest effective: Mohawk Group (Oct 5, 2026, Up to 5%); BASF (Oct 1, 2026); Toli North America (Aug 15, 2026, 3.8% to 5.1%)
- Typical %: median 6.8% across the 6 letters effective in 2026 that state a percentage (middle half 5%–7%; ranges counted at their midpoint).
- Busiest months in 2026: April 2026 (4), October 2026 (2), August 2026 (1)
Method: The sample contains 8 notices effective in 2026: 7 price increases and 1 surcharge; 7 count as price increases and 6 include a usable stated percentage. Percentage statistics exclude separate surcharges, decreases, rescinded notices and increases without a stated percentage. A range such as 3–5% counts once at its midpoint; “up to” and “average” use the stated figure. Each notice has equal weight. These statistics describe collected announcements, not a typical contractor’s actual invoice; pricing can vary by product, region, supplier and account terms.
When flooring increases take effect in 2026
| Effective month | Increases | State a % | Median stated % |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 2026 | 4 | 4 | – |
| May 2026 | 0 | 0 | – |
| August 2026 | 1 | 1 | – |
| October 2026 | 2 | 1 | – |
Frequently asked questions
When do flooring price increases usually take effect?
Of the 7 flooring price increases effective in 2026 that PriceLetter has on file, the busiest effective months are April (4), October (2), August (1). 14% take effect on the 1st of a month.
How much are flooring prices going up in 2026?
6 of the 7 price increases state a percentage. The median stated increase is 6.8%, and the middle half of letters fall between 5% and 7% (a stated range like "3–5%" counts at its midpoint). Many letters say "up to" a figure, so actual increases vary by product line.
Are more flooring price increases coming?
No flooring price increase on file is still to take effect in 2026. New letters are added daily.
Where does this data come from?
From manufacturer price-increase letters posted publicly by flooring distributors and the trade press, checked daily. Each row links to the original letter or posting. Always confirm pricing with your supplier.
All 2026 flooring price increases by effective date
April 2026 (4)
| Effective | Brand | Products | Increase | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2026 | Engineered Floors | Residential soft flooring Trade report; orders and shipments April 20; 2026 inferred from dateline. Minimum increment $0.27 per yard, not an additive surcharge. Confirm supplier applicability. |
5–8% 5–8% on residential soft flooring, minimum increment $0.27 per yard (not an additional surcharge). Orders and shipments April 20; 2026 inferred from report dateline. Confirm supplier applicability. PriceLetter extraction correction: report split into Engineered Floors and Shaw announcements |
Trade report · Floor Daily |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Mohawk | Residential/mainstreet carpet, carpet tile and pad; selected hard flooring Trade report; orders and shipments April 27, 2026. Separate $10 hard-surface delivery-drop-fee increment. Exact supplier applicability requires confirmation. |
up to 8% Up to 8% on residential/mainstreet carpet, carpet tile and pad plus selected hard flooring; separate $10 hard-surface delivery-drop-fee increment. Applies to orders and shipments April 27, 2026. Confirm supplier applicability. PriceLetter extraction correction |
Trade report · Floor Daily |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Shaw | Residential carpet; residential hard-flooring delivery fee Trade report; orders and shipments April 27; 2026 inferred from dateline. Separate $10 delivery-fee increment. Mainstreet commercial mentioned; exact clause attachment unresolved. |
average 7% Average 7% on residential carpet; separate $10 residential hard-flooring delivery-fee increment. Orders and shipments April 27; 2026 inferred from report dateline. Mainstreet commercial mentioned; clause attachment unresolved. Confirm supplier applicability. PriceLetter extraction correction |
Trade report · Floor Daily |
| Apr 27, 2026 | The Dixie Group | The Dixie Group Announces 7% Price Increase on Soft Surface | 7% | Original letter · Floor Daily |
May 2026 (1)
| Effective | Brand | Products | Increase | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2026 | Ardex | Fuel Surcharge Fuel Surcharge |
Surcharge 2% | Heritage Pool Supply |
August 2026 (1)
| Effective | Brand | Products | Increase | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2026 | Toli North America | Toli North America Announces Price Increase | 3.8% to 5.1% | Original letter · Floor Daily |
October 2026 (2)
| Effective | Brand | Products | Increase | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | BASF | BASF Announces Price Increases for Caprolactam, PA6 & PA6,66 | see letter | Original letter · Floor Daily |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Mohawk Group | Mohawk Group Announces Price Increase of Up to 5% on Select Products | Up to 5% | Original letter · Floor Daily |