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Mezzanine Floor Finance

Spread the cost of a mezzanine floor from £15,000 to £400,000+ with flexible finance options. HP, lease, or an unsecured loan for fixed works, compare rates from 40+ lenders.

Can you finance a mezzanine floor?

Yes, mezzanine floors are financed as a standard asset purchase, usually on hire purchase or a lease, with the machine itself acting as the security. UK prices typically run £15,000 to £400,000, and most deals are written over 12–60 months with a deposit of around 10–20%. Decisions typically take 3–5 working days. Used machines are financeable too, usually with a shorter term.

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Typical Cost

£15k – £400k

Approval Speed

3–5 working days

Faster for < £50k single-tier

Rates From

5.7% APR

What would a mezzanine floor cost per month?

£80,000
10%
60 months
9%
£0

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Finance options

Hire Purchase (HP)

Rate
From 6.2% APR
Term
12–60 months
Deposit
10–20%
Ownership
Yours at the end
Best for
Businesses adding usable floor space they intend to keep long term

Finance Lease

Rate
From 5.7% APR
Term
12–60 months
Deposit
None required
Ownership
Return or buy (balloon payment)
Best for
Tax efficient; claim 100% of payments against profit

Operating Lease

Rate
From 6.5% APR
Term
24–48 months
Deposit
None required
Ownership
Return at end
Best for
Suits businesses that may relocate before the floor pays for itself. Off balance sheet.

Representative example

On a purchase price of £80,000: a 10% deposit of £8,000, then 48 monthly payments of £1,688 at 5.9% APR representative (fixed). Total amount payable £89,024, including the deposit. The rate you are offered depends on your business and the asset.

What buyers actually specify

Guide prices for sizing a finance agreement, not quotes. Manufacturers in this market mostly price on application, so where a current UK list price could not be confirmed the row describes a specification class rather than naming a model. Your supplier quote is what the agreement is written against.

Machine or specification Guide price Type
Single-Tier Storage Mezzanine (250m²) £25,000 – £50,000 Storage Mezzanine
Racking-Supported Mezzanine (500m²) £50,000 – £100,000 Racking-Integrated
Office Mezzanine with Staircase & Balustrade £40,000 – £90,000 Office Mezzanine
Multi-Tier Warehouse Mezzanine £120,000 – £350,000 Large-Scale

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Tax benefits

Most mezzanine floors are demountable steel structures bolted rather than permanently built into the building, and lenders and accountants generally treat the steelwork, decking and staircases as plant and machinery for capital allowances purposes, distinct from the freehold building itself. This is different from a fixed floor built as part of the original construction. A specialist accountant should confirm the treatment for your specific structure, since the split between plant and building can vary with how the mezzanine is fixed and whether it forms part of a listed or otherwise regulated building.

Market context

Mezzanine floors are typically added by warehouse and distribution businesses running out of usable floor space within their existing lease, since adding a floor is usually far cheaper than relocating to a larger unit. Because a standard mezzanine is bolted steelwork rather than poured concrete or brick construction, it can, in most cases, be dismantled and relocated, which is why lenders are generally willing to fund it as asset finance rather than requiring an unsecured loan the way they would for fixed building works. If the business is a tenant rather than the freeholder, landlord consent for the structural addition is essential before work starts, and the lease's dilapidations clause matters here more than for most fit-out elements, since a landlord may require the mezzanine to be removed at the end of the tenancy. Building Regulations approval is also required for a mezzanine floor, covering fire escape routes, structural loading and, above a certain floor area, means of escape, and lenders will want to see this has been factored into the project before releasing funds.

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Frequently asked questions

Can a mezzanine floor be financed as an asset rather than an unsecured loan?
In most cases, yes. Standard mezzanine floors are bolted steel structures that can, if needed, be dismantled and relocated, which gives them resale value and lets lenders treat them as plant rather than as part of the building. This differs from fixed building works like partitioning or flooring, which usually cannot be financed as asset finance. A specialist broker will confirm which product fits your specific design before applying.
Do I need landlord consent to install a mezzanine floor?
Yes, if you are a tenant rather than the freeholder. A mezzanine is a significant structural addition, so landlords almost always require written consent, and many leases specifically address mezzanine floors in the alterations clause. The lease's dilapidations clause also matters, since some landlords require the mezzanine to be removed and the space reinstated at the end of the tenancy, which a lender will want to understand before funding a long finance term.
Does a mezzanine floor need Building Regulations approval?
Yes. Mezzanine floors are covered by Building Regulations, which address structural loading, fire escape routes and, for larger floor areas, fire compartmentation and means of escape. This is separate from planning permission, which is not usually required for an internal mezzanine but should be checked for your specific building and use class. Lenders will typically want confirmation that the project has, or will have, the necessary approval before releasing funds.
How is a mezzanine floor priced?
Suppliers generally quote per square metre once floor loading, tier height and any integration with racking below are confirmed, with staircases, balustrades and fire-rated decking priced separately. A racking-supported mezzanine, where the floor structure doubles as the top of a pallet racking system, is usually cheaper per square metre than a freestanding structural steel mezzanine. A specialist broker comparing quotes across multiple lenders can usually confirm which product and rate best fits your specific circumstances within the same working day.
How quickly can I get mezzanine floor finance?
Once a full supplier quote with structural drawings is available, most applications are approved within 3 to 5 working days, reflecting the size and structural nature of the project compared with standard equipment finance. Smaller single-tier storage mezzanines under £50,000 can sometimes be approved faster, particularly where the applicant has a strong trading history. Where a quote mixes new and used mezzanine floor, or covers more than one site, it is sensible to allow a little extra time while the lender reviews the full specification before releasing funds.

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