Calculators
Hardwood Flooring Calculator
Solid and engineered hardwood is sold by the box with carton coverage printed on the label. Diagonal layouts waste more material — this layout uses 15% waste on a 11 by 13 ft room.
Transition strips are counted by doorway: enter how many thresholds you cross. The supplies checklist includes underlayment when enabled.
Use controls below for your room and layout.
| Item | Area | Size | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flooring | — | 164.4 sq ft | 9 boxes |
Assumptions
- Room size: 11 × 13 ft
- Area: 143 sq ft
- Waste factor: 15%
- Area with waste: 164.4 sq ft
- Coverage per box: 20 sq ft (check the carton)
Supplies checklist
- Underlayment — 2 rolls (~100 sq ft each)
- Transition strips — 3 strips
Estimates only. Check the coverage figure on your product before buying.
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Handy gear for flooring and tile installs
- Knee pads for hours on the floor cutting and locking planks (opens in new tab)
- Tapping block and pull bar for tight laminate and vinyl seams (opens in new tab)
- Utility knife with spare blades for underlayment and trim (opens in new tab)
- Work gloves for grip when sliding boards and carrying boxes (opens in new tab)
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