Flooring Calculator
Calculate square footage of flooring needed including waste allowance for hardwood, laminate, or vinyl.
How to Use the Flooring Calculator
- 1
Enter room dimensions
Input the length and width of each room.
- 2
Set waste factor
Choose a waste percentage based on your installation pattern.
- 3
View materials
See total square footage, boxes/cartons needed, and underlayment.
💡 Tips & Tricks
- •Acclimate flooring in the room for 48–72 hours before installation.
- •Leave a 1/4" to 3/8" expansion gap around all walls for floating floors.
- •Run planks parallel to the longest wall for the best visual effect.
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