What this tool does
Material takeoffs for flooring, drywall, roofing and paving begin with area. Enter length and width in field measurement format and add a waste factor when estimating order quantity.
Formula
area = length × width; order area = area × (1 + waste percentage ÷ 100)
Examples
12' 6" × 10'
125 sq ft
8' 3" × 6' 6"
53.625 sq ft
Frequently asked questions
Does it include waste?
Yes. Add an optional percentage to see the order quantity.
Can it calculate irregular rooms?
Split an irregular shape into rectangles, calculate each area and add the results.