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:
Total:
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.