1. What is the Flooring Calculator?

The B&Q Flooring Calculator helps you determine how many packs of flooring material you need to cover a specific area. It's essential for planning your flooring project and ensuring you purchase the correct amount of materials.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple formula:

Where:

• Area — The total area you need to cover in square meters
• Pack Coverage — The area one pack of flooring covers in square meters

Note: The result is always rounded up to the nearest whole pack since you can't purchase partial packs.

3. Importance of Accurate Calculation

Details: Accurate calculation helps avoid purchasing too much (wasting money) or too little (project delays) flooring material. It's particularly important for patterned flooring where batch matching is crucial.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

• Measure your room carefully in meters
• Add 10% extra for cutting waste (multiply your area by 1.1 before calculating)
• Check the coverage information on your chosen flooring product
• For irregular shaped rooms, divide into rectangles and calculate each separately

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Should I add extra for wastage?
A: Yes, we recommend adding 10% extra to account for cutting waste and mistakes.

Q2: What if my room isn't rectangular?
A: Divide the room into rectangular sections, calculate each separately, then sum the areas.

Q3: How do I find the pack coverage?
A: This information is on the product packaging or website listing for your chosen flooring.

Q4: Does this work for all flooring types?
A: Yes, the calculation works for laminate, vinyl, wood, and tile flooring - just adjust the pack coverage accordingly.

Q5: What about doorways and fixtures?
A: You can subtract these areas from your total, but it's often easier to include them in your calculation (the extra material is minimal).