Flooring Calculator
Sq ft, boxes and planks — including the cuts you'll actually need.
Room area:
Boxes to buy:
Total sq ft with waste:
How to use this calculator
Enter the room length, width, waste allowance and square feet per box, then press Calculate. Room area, boxes to buy and total square feet are shown.
What the result means
Boxes is the number to order. The waste allowance covers cuts at walls, doorways and pipes — more for diagonal layouts.
Frequently asked questions
How much waste should I allow?
5-10% for straight lays, 10-15% for diagonal or herringbone patterns.
Why can't I buy more later?
Flooring batches differ in color between production runs. Order enough the first time.