Flooring is one of the most noticeable parts of a maisonette. It connects the rooms, influences the overall interior style and affects how comfortable the home feels every day. Since maisonettes have both ground and upper floors, choosing one flooring material for the entire house may not always be the most practical approach.
Interior Finishes Kenya has undertaken 9 maisonette flooring projects, giving us practical experience with the planning, material selection and installation details that shape a successful floor finish. When comparing maisonette flooring options and costs, the most common choices include ceramic or porcelain tiles, SPC flooring and wooden flooring.
1. Tiles: Durable and Versatile
Tiles are popular for ground-floor living areas, kitchens, bathrooms and entrance spaces. Porcelain tiles are generally denser than ceramic tiles, while ceramic tiles can be a practical option for selected residential areas.
Benefits
- Available in many colours, patterns and sizes.
- Easy to clean when correctly installed.
- Suitable for high-traffic areas.
- Many options for indoor and outdoor applications.
Tiles can feel cold or hard underfoot, and grout lines require cleaning. In wet areas, choose an appropriate slip-resistant finish and ensure proper drainage and waterproofing.
For more guidance, explore our flooring solutions and non-slip bathroom tile guide.
2. SPC Flooring: A Modern Wood-Look Alternative
SPC, or stone plastic composite flooring, is a rigid-core vinyl plank product. It is available in wood-look finishes and is often selected for bedrooms, family lounges and selected living spaces.
Benefits
- Offers a timber-inspired appearance.
- Many products have water-resistant or waterproof cores.
- Can be quicker to install than traditional tile flooring.
- Provides a different underfoot feel from ceramic or porcelain tiles.
SPC performance depends on the product quality, wear layer, locking system and subfloor preparation. It is not a solution for covering an uneven or damp floor without proper assessment.
Read our related guide to wooden vs laminate flooring in Kenya for more flooring comparisons.
3. Wooden Flooring: Warmth and Natural Character
Natural timber and engineered wood can make bedrooms, studies and selected living areas feel warm and refined.
Solid timber may be sanded and refinished, depending on its thickness and condition. Engineered wood has a real-wood surface layer over a more stable core.
Wood flooring needs careful moisture management. It is generally not the first choice for bathrooms or areas where water frequently collects.
Maisonette Flooring Cost Estimates
The following are indicative supply-and-install planning ranges. Actual quotations depend on material grade, floor preparation, labour, wastage, skirting and installation method.
| Flooring type | Indicative cost per m² |
|---|---|
| Standard ceramic tiles | KSh 1,500–3,500 |
| Mid-range porcelain tiles | KSh 2,500–6,000 |
| SPC flooring | KSh 2,500–6,000 |
| Engineered wood | KSh 4,500–12,000 |
These are broad planning estimates, not fixed supplier prices. For additional reference, see the Interior Finishes cost guide and SUIMAS flooring guide.
Which Flooring Works Best in Each Maisonette Area?
A practical combination may include porcelain tiles on the ground floor, SPC or engineered wood in bedrooms, and suitable slip-resistant tiles in bathrooms and utility areas.
Staircases need special consideration. The flooring should provide adequate grip, have secure edge details and be compatible with the stair construction.
Before choosing materials, consider the home’s traffic patterns, children or pets, cleaning routines, lighting and preferred interior style.
Plan Your Maisonette Flooring With Interior Finishes Kenya
Interior Finishes Kenya can help assess your flooring requirements, compare materials and coordinate installation with other interior finishing works.
Call/WhatsApp: 0717 044 443 / 0739 255 050 / 0725 021 709
Email: info@interiorfinishes.co.ke
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