Flooring Calculator
Calculate the amount of flooring material (carpet, hardwood, vinyl, laminate) needed for any room.
Flooring Required
How to use the Flooring Calculator
- Enter the room length and width in metres.
- Click Calculate to see the floor area, area with 10% waste, square feet and perimeter.
- Use the area with waste to buy flooring boxes.
- Use the perimeter to estimate skirting or beading.
Formula used
Worked example
Room 5 m × 4 m
Floor area = 20 m² (215.3 sq ft)
With 10% waste = 22 m²
Perimeter for skirting = 18 m
Choosing a flooring type
Vitrified tiles are the most common choice in Indian homes — durable and easy to clean. Laminate gives a wood look at lower cost but dislikes standing water. Luxury vinyl (LVT/SPC) is waterproof and quiet underfoot. Engineered wood and solid hardwood look premium but need more care. Laminate and vinyl are sold by the box with coverage printed in sq ft or m².
Tips for accurate results
- Use 15% wastage for diagonal or herringbone layouts.
- Let laminate acclimatise in the room for 48 hours before installing.
- Leave an expansion gap of 8–10 mm at walls for laminate.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 10% for straight layouts, 15% for diagonal patterns.
Multiply by 10.764.
Usually not for tiles fitted after cabinets, but floating floors may run under appliances.
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Content reviewed by Vinod, Easy Smart Calculator · Last updated October 2026