Construction & estimating · Masonry & finishes
Flooring (timber / vinyl / laminate) calculator
Boxes of boards or planks, underlay rolls, skirting and cost.
Standard: Area + waste → boxes, underlay, skirting
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Inputs in the worked example
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| Input | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Floor area | 85 | m² |
| Room perimeter (skirting) | 62 | m |
| Waste | 8 | % |
| Coverage per box | 2.2 | m² |
| Underlay per roll | 15 | m² |
| Box price | 95 | $ |
| Underlay roll | 70 | $ |
| Skirting | 9 | $/m |
| Labour | 35 | $/m² |
Worked example — results
| Result | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Area incl. waste | 91.8 | m² |
| Boxes | 42 | |
| Underlay rolls | 6 | |
| Skirting | 62 | m |
| Total | $7,943 |
Method, formulas and assumptions
- Rates are example inputs only. Replace them with current supplier quotes and local labour rates.
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For preliminary design and education. Check every result against the current standard and your own engineering judgement before use.