Panels Prices in 2026
Commercial and retail pricing for panels tracked across major U.S. distributors. Updated weekly.
How much do panels cost?
Panels range from $30 to $256 at retail pricing in 2026, with a median of $90. At commercial (contractor/trade) pricing, the range drops to $20 to $192 with a median of $63.
Most panels purchased for commercial construction projects fall in the $30 to $105 range (25th to 75th percentile, commercial). Commercial pricing is typically 25-30% below retail, available through distributor trade accounts.
Panels prices by size
Size is a pricing factor for panels. 32X48 offers the most affordable option at a median commercial price of $21. 24X36 commands the highest median at $192.
Options span a wide range: 30X36 sits at $59 median while 54X189 runs $76.
| Size | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48X96 | $20 | $97 | $39 |
| 47X94 | $31 | $110 | $66 |
| 54X189 | $20 | $97 | $76 |
| 4X8 | $20 | $114 | $30 |
| 30X36 | $23 | $104 | $59 |
| 32X48 | $20 | $23 | $21 |
| 24X36 | $134 | $192 | $192 |
| 30X30 | $90 | $192 | $145 |
| 54X94 | $55 | $79 | $60 |
Panels prices by finish
Finish is a pricing factor for panels. White offers the most affordable option at a median commercial price of $23. Painted commands the highest median at $192.
Mid-range options include Primed ($43), Paintable ($69), Textured ($161).
| Finish | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primed | $27 | $82 | $43 |
| Paintable | $58 | $97 | $69 |
| White | $20 | $192 | $23 |
| Painted | $64 | $192 | $192 |
| Textured | $149 | $172 | $161 |
Panels prices by look
Look is a pricing factor for panels. Beaded offers the most affordable option at a median commercial price of $23. Wood commands the highest median at $70.
Mid-range options include Beadboard ($49), Pattern ($53).
| Look | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $20 | $166 | $70 |
| Pattern | $22 | $91 | $53 |
| Beaded | $20 | $39 | $23 |
| Beadboard | $22 | $192 | $49 |
Panels prices by origin country
Origin affects panels pricing. South Korean panels offer the lowest median at $31, while Swedish products command $203.
Other origins include China ($50), USA ($88).
| Origin | Low | High | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | $20 | $192 | $88 |
| China | $24 | $79 | $50 |
| Sweden | $203 | $203 | $203 |
| South Korea | $29 | $34 | $31 |
How Flume helps with panels procurement
These prices represent the market as we track it from distributor catalogs. Flume's procurement platform sources directly from manufacturers and leverages cross-project volume to deliver pricing 20-50% below the commercial rates shown here, without sacrificing product quality or specification compliance.
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Frequently asked questions
Panels range from $30 to $256 at retail pricing in 2026, with a median of $90. At commercial (contractor/trade) pricing, the range is $20 to $192 with a median of $63.
Commercial panels pricing is typically 25-30% below retail. The median retail price is $90 compared to $63 commercial. Contractors, builders, and trade accounts qualify for commercial pricing through distributor relationships.
Size has a measurable impact on panels cost. 32X48 panels have a median commercial price of $21, while 24X36 runs $192 median. Choosing the right size based on project requirements can meaningfully impact material budgets.
Yes. South Korean panels have a median commercial price of $31, while Swedish products run $203. Origin-based pricing differences reflect manufacturing costs, shipping, and tariffs.
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