Quick Answer
Yes, Walmart sells flooring, though the in-store range is mostly basics: peel and stick vinyl floor tiles, a few cartons of click vinyl plank, and lots of area rugs. The full catalogue lives on Walmart.com, where you can buy laminate, LVP, sheet vinyl, carpet tiles, foam interlock tiles, and outdoor decking from third-party sellers and Walmart's own house brand.
Walmart does not install flooring. You buy it from them and either lay it yourself or hire a local fitter through Angi or Thumbtack.
What Walmart Stocks
- Achim Nexus and Carolina peel-and-stick vinyl tiles at about 0.50 to 1.00 USD per square foot.
- Click vinyl plank from Lifeproof-style house brands, roughly 1.20 to 2.50 USD per square foot.
- Foam interlock garage and gym tiles.
- Carpet tiles by Foss Floors and ProSource.
- Area rugs from 5x7 up to 9x12, the most stocked category.
- Underlayment, transitions, vinyl floor adhesive.
Online vs In-Store
The in-store flooring aisle is small (one or two bays). Walmart.com lists thousands of SKUs, including laminate, engineered hardwood, sheet vinyl, and even epoxy garage coatings. Same-day or two-day shipping is common, but large orders ship pallet freight with a 2 to 7 day window.
Quality vs Big Box
Walmart's house-brand LVP is fine for closets, laundry rooms, mudrooms, and rentals. It usually has a 6 to 12 mil wear layer (Home Depot's mid-tier sits at 12 to 20 mil) and 10-year residential warranties. For high-traffic main living areas, step up to Lifeproof, Pergo, or Smartcore at Lowe's, Home Depot, or Costco.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the answer change for tenants vs owners?
Yes. Tenants almost never see the same financing, removal, or warranty terms an owner gets. Most retailers will only sell to whoever is on title or has written landlord permission.
Is the price quoted in pounds the same in dollars?
No. UK and US flooring markets price differently: the UK quotes per square metre with VAT, the US quotes per square foot pre-tax. Multiply UK per metre by roughly 0.093 to compare per square foot.
Will the answer change in five years?
Probably. Tax thresholds, retailer line-ups, and warranty terms shift every year. Always confirm with the source before signing a contract.
Does the same apply for commercial buildings?
Mostly no. Commercial flooring carries different fire ratings, slip ratings, and depreciation treatment than residential. Anything you read here assumes a typical owner-occupied home unless stated otherwise.
Pro Tips
- Get the quote in writing. Verbal estimates from any retailer or contractor are worth nothing when disputes happen.
- Keep your receipts and lot numbers for at least the length of the warranty. Most claims are denied because the buyer cannot prove what was bought.
- Read the financing small print. Most "interest free" offers carry deferred interest, which means full retroactive interest if you miss the payoff date by one day.
- Ask about disposal fees up front. Removal of the old floor can add 1 to 3 dollars per square foot if not bundled.
Bottom Line
The right answer here depends on your home, your budget, and your local market. Use the numbers as a starting point, get at least two written quotes, and never sign on a contractor's clipboard at the door without 24 hours to read the contract.
Does Walmart Have Flooring Worth Buying?
Does Walmart have flooring that competes with the big-box home centres? For closets, laundry rooms, mudrooms, and short-term rentals, yes. For main living areas in a house you plan to keep ten years, no. The house-brand LVP has a thinner wear layer than Pergo or Lifeproof and the colour range is small.
Returns and Shipping
Walmart accepts unopened flooring returns within 90 days with a receipt. Online flooring orders ship freight on a pallet and need a curbside drop-off or a forklift. Schedule the delivery window when you can be home: the carrier will not bring it inside.
How to Compare Quotes Without Getting Burned
Get at least three written quotes broken out line by line: material per square foot, labour per square foot, removal of old floor, subfloor prep, baseboard handling, toilet pull, disposal fees, and warranty terms. A "total job" number from a single contractor tells you nothing about where the money is going, and you cannot compare it to anyone else.
Walk every quote against the others using the same measurements. Use the contractor's own square footage, not a guess, because room squareness varies. If one contractor's square footage is 15 percent higher than the others, ask why before signing.
Questions Most Homeowners Forget to Ask
Who is on the crew?
The salesperson rarely lays the floor. Ask for the lead installer's name and years of experience.
Is the install warranty written and transferable?
Most chain installers give a one-year labour warranty; specialist independents often give five.
What happens if my baseboards crack during pull?
Get the replacement policy in the contract, not in conversation.
How is moisture in the subfloor tested?
Concrete should be tested with a calcium chloride or relative humidity probe, not eyeballed.
What is the lead time on the planks I picked?
Special-order colours often run 4 to 8 weeks.
