Question 1

How much extra flooring should I buy for waste?

Accepted Answer

Most professionals recommend adding 5-10% extra for simple rectangular rooms. For diagonal installations or rooms with many cuts, add 10-15%. Complex patterns like herringbone may need up to 15% extra.

Question 2

How many square feet are in a box of flooring?

Accepted Answer

A standard box of laminate or hardwood flooring typically covers about 20 square feet, but this varies by manufacturer. Always check the box label. Our calculator uses 20 sqft as a default but you can adjust it.

Question 3

Should I measure in square feet or square meters?

Accepted Answer

In the US, flooring is sold in square feet. In most other countries, square meters are standard. Our calculator supports both units and converts automatically.

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