Flooring Calculator

Calculate exactly how much laminate or linoleum flooring you need for your room, including waste allowance for cuts and installation. Our free calculator helps you plan your flooring project with precision, saving you time and money.

Calculate Flooring Needed for Your Room

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How to Calculate Flooring Needed

Step 1: Measure Your Room

Calculate the total square footage of your room by multiplying the length by the width. For irregularly shaped rooms, break them down into rectangular sections and add the areas together.

Step 2: Choose Your Flooring Type

Different flooring types have different considerations:

  • Laminate: Typically sold in boxes covering 15-30 sq ft (1.4-2.8 sq m)
  • Vinyl Plank: Usually sold in boxes covering 20-25 sq ft (1.9-2.3 sq m)
  • Linoleum: Often sold by the square foot (or square meter) or in rolls

Step 3: Account for Waste

It's recommended to add 10% extra flooring to account for:

  • Cutting and trimming
  • Pattern matching
  • Installation mistakes
  • Future repairs

Step 4: Calculate Total Flooring Needed

The calculator will determine:

  • Total room area in square feet
  • Amount of flooring needed including waste
  • Recommended purchase amount

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I measure an irregularly shaped room?

Break the room into rectangular sections, measure each section separately, and add the areas together.

What's the best waste percentage to use?

10% is standard for most projects. Use 15% for complex patterns or diagonal layouts.

How do I convert the result to boxes of flooring?

Divide the total square footage by the coverage per box (usually listed on the product packaging).

How do I figure out how much laminate or linoleum flooring I need?

Measure the length and width of the room (in feet or meters) and multiply to get the total square footage (or square meters). This is the base amount of flooring needed. Then add an extra 5–10% to that total to account for cutting pieces and waste. For example, if your room is 200 sq ft (18.6 sq m), plan for about 210–220 sq ft (19.5-20.4 sq m) of laminate. It's better to have a bit too much flooring than to run out mid-project.