How Is the Cost of CLT Determined?

How Is the Cost of CLT Determined?

The cost of a CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) project is not fixed, as it depends on several key factors, such as:

• Total surface area

• Architectural design requirements

• Number and size of openings (doors, windows, etc.)

• Number of floors

• Overall size and complexity of the construction

That’s why CLT Greece provides a personalized cost estimate based on your specific project plans.

Steps to Receive a CLT Cost Estimate

1. Submit Your Architectural Design (DWG)

You send your architectural drawings in DWG or/and 3D format.

2. Analysis by Our Technical Team

The engineering team of XLAM Dolomiti, in collaboration with CLT Greece, reviews your design to calculate:

• Total surface areas

• Structural load

• Technical requirements of the project

3. Receive a Cost Estimate Within 10 Business Days

You’ll receive a fully documented technical cost proposal, including:

• Supply of CLT panels

• Custom metal connectors and fasteners

• Transportation from the factory

• Installation services (optional)

Indicative CLT Price

The cost of CLT starts from approximately €600 per square meter of ground floor area.
The final estimate is determined based on the specific parameters of each project.

Frequently Asked Questions – CLT Pricing

How much does a wooden CLT construction cost in Greece?

The price of a wooden CLT construction always depends on the architectural design and the requirements of each project. In general, the cost starts at around €600/m², is very close to that of a quality prefabricated house, and clearly lower than a conventional concrete construction.

Are wooden CLT constructions more economical than concrete?

Yes. A wooden CLT construction has a lower cost than a conventional concrete construction. In addition, it is completed in a much shorter time and offers high energy efficiency and excellent thermal insulation. Thus, you benefit in construction cost, delivery speed, and lower operating expenses in the long term.

What is the price difference between a wooden CLT construction and a prefabricated wooden house?

The wooden CLT construction has almost the same price as a prefabricated wooden house (light frame).
• In the case of CLT, the load-bearing structure consists of solid cross laminated timber (multi-layer mass timber) without voids in the masonry. This means a unified, robust, and long-lasting construction with high energy efficiency.
• In the case of prefabricated light frame, the load-bearing structure is a timber skeleton with insulation and OSB.
Both methods are wooden constructions, but CLT offers superior stability, lifespan, and thermal insulation, while the cost remains at comparable levels.

What does the cost of a wooden CLT construction include?

The total cost of a wooden CLT construction includes all stages:
• the certified CLT panels,
• the connection systems and waterproofing/airtightness membranes,
• the transport of the panels to the project site,
• the installation by a specialized crew,
• the external thermal insulation system and the plastering,
• the roof with full insulation and its complete construction.
In this way you have a complete and transparent picture of the cost, without hidden charges.

Which factors affect the price of a wooden CLT house?

The final price of a wooden CLT construction is shaped by:
• the size and complexity of the architectural design,
• the thickness of the CLT panels,
• the location of the project (transport, especially on islands),
Overall: The wooden CLT construction is more economical than concrete and very close to prefabricated wooden building, while it excels in energy efficiency, thermal insulation, construction speed, earthquake resistance, and durability over time.