Flooring Area Calculator
Use our handy multi-room tool to calculate the total flooring area you require. Enter the flooring dimensions of each room below:
Plan your project with confidence
Enter each room below. We will calculate the net floor area, recommended wastage and the total amount of flooring to allow for.
10% suits most straight-lay floors. Choose 15–20% for diagonal or patterned layouts.
This is an estimate. Product pack sizes vary, so the final order quantity will be rounded up to full packs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Flooring Area Calculator is a tool that helps you estimate the amount of flooring material needed for a room or space. It calculates the total area based on the room’s dimensions and helps determine how much flooring to purchase.
– Measure the length and width of your rooms in metres.
– Enter these measurements into the calculator for each room
– Add a percentage wastage amount
– The calculator will display the total area in square metres.
Yes. For irregularly shaped rooms:
– Divide the room into rectangles.
– Calculate the area of each rectangle separately.
– Add these areas together for the total.
It’s recommended to order 10% extra flooring to account for cuts, waste, and potential mistakes. This is especially important for patterned flooring or diagonal installations.
For stairs:
– Measure the depth (tread) and height (riser) of each step
– Multiply these together and add the results for each step
– Add extra for landings or turns in the staircase
Some patterns (like herringbone) may require up to 12% to 20% waste.