Floor Area Calculator
L × W = floor area in ft². For flooring orders, multiply by 1.10 (10% waste).
Result
Floor area
168.0 ft²
Order 185 ft² for 10% waste.
- Length14 ft
- Width12 ft
- Area168.0 ft²
- With 10% waste184.8 ft²
- m²15.61
- yd²18.67
Step-by-step
- Area = 14 × 12 = 168.0 ft².
How to use this calculator
- Enter room L × W.
- Order including 10% waste buffer.
About this calculator
Same math as square-footage-rectangular but framed for flooring projects. Order 10% extra for waste, cuts, and future repairs. Carpet is sold by yd² (1 yd² = 9 ft²); hardwood, tile, vinyl by ft²; laminate by box.
Frequently asked
Same formula. This one shows the "with 10% waste" line for flooring orders.
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