Laminate Flooring Calculator
Determine exactly how many boxes of laminate flooring you need to purchase for your renovation project.
Planning Your Laminate Installation
Laminate flooring is popular due to its durability and easy click-lock installation. However, because it is sold in pre-packaged boxes rather than by the individual plank, you must calculate your material needs based on box coverage.
The Waste Factor
When installing laminate, you must stagger the joints of the planks. This requires cutting the planks at the ends of every row, generating unusable scrap. Always add a 10% waste factor to your total square footage to ensure you don't run out of material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an underlayment?
Yes, unless your laminate planks come with a pre-attached underlayment pad, you will need to purchase rolls of foam underlayment equal to the square footage of the room (no waste factor required for underlayment).
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