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How to measure a room before ordering flooring

A simple method for calculating the area and allowing for cutting waste.

Measure each rectangle separately

Measure the length and width in feet. For an irregular room, divide it into simple rectangles and add their areas together.

Allow for cutting waste

Add 10% to the total area for cuts and adjustments. The calculator on each product page applies this allowance automatically.

Confirm before installation

Measurements entered online remain your responsibility. A measurement visit is always scheduled when installation is ordered.

How many square feet?

A quick estimate for a rectangular room.

Area including 10% cutting waste

0sq. ft.

For several rooms, add their areas. Box quantities are calculated on the product listing.

Your questions

My room isn’t square. What do I do?
Split it into simple rectangles, measure each one in feet, then add the areas together. The calculator on every product page handles several rooms.
Why add 10%?
For cuts and adjustments along the walls. At Plancher d’ici, the calculator already adds it and rounds up to the full box.
What if my measurements are off?
Measurements remain your responsibility, and an adjustment may be billed on site. With installation, Plancher d’ici always schedules a measurement visit first.

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Answers from Plancher d’ici

My room isn’t square. What do I do?

Split it into simple rectangles, measure each one in feet, then add the areas together. The calculator on every product page handles several rooms.

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