Flooring Calculator
Calculate materials for hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl, and carpet flooring
Flooring Type
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Room Dimensions
Room 1
Area: 120 sq ft
Options
5% (Square rooms)20% (Complex layouts)
Waste Recommendations:
• Simple rectangular: 5-8%
• Diagonal patterns: 10-15%
• Complex cuts/angles: 15-20%
Materials Needed
Hardwood Boxes
0
boxes needed
@ 20 sq ft per box
Total Floor Area0 sq ft
Waste (10%)+0 sq ft
Order Total0 sq ft
Room Breakdown
Room 1 (12 × 10 ft)120 sq ft
Total0 sq ft
Installation Tips
- • Acclimate flooring 48-72 hours before install
- • Check subfloor is level (within 3/16" per 10')
- • Start in center or longest wall
- • Leave 1/4" expansion gap at walls
- • Stagger end joints by 6" minimum
Flooring Comparison Guide
| Material | Durability | Water Resistance | Installation | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwood | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | Professional | Living rooms, bedrooms |
| Engineered Hardwood | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | DIY-friendly | Any room, basements |
| Laminate | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐ | Easy DIY | High-traffic areas |
| LVP/Vinyl Plank | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Easy DIY | Kitchens, bathrooms |
| Ceramic Tile | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Moderate DIY | Bathrooms, entries |
| Carpet | ⭐⭐⭐ | ⭐⭐ | Professional | Bedrooms, comfort |
Installation Preparation
Subfloor Prep
- • Clean thoroughly
- • Check for level
- • Repair any damage
- • Remove old adhesive
- • Install underlayment if needed
Acclimation
- • Store in installation room
- • Hardwood: 3-7 days
- • Laminate/LVP: 48 hours
- • Maintain 65-75°F
- • Keep at 35-55% humidity
Tools Needed
- • Tape measure & chalk line
- • Saw (miter or table)
- • Tapping block & pull bar
- • Spacers (1/4")
- • Underlayment (if required)
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