Free interactive tool

Flooring Underlayment Calculator

Estimate coverage and whole rolls for laminate or vinyl flooring underlayment.

Project measurements

Adjust the example values. Results update instantly and stay in your browser.

01 · Enter your measurements

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02 · Calculation method

Net floor area = length × width − excluded area. Adjusted area = net area × (1 + allowance ÷ 100). Full rolls = ceiling(adjusted area ÷ printed coverage per roll).

How the flooring underlayment calculator works

Net floor area = length × width − excluded area. Adjusted area = net area × (1 + allowance ÷ 100). Full rolls = ceiling(adjusted area ÷ printed coverage per roll).

Worked example

A 14 × 12 ft room is 168 sq ft. With 5% additional allowance, 176.4 sq ft requires two rolls covering 100 sq ft each.

Before you order

Some flooring products have attached padding or require specific vapor barriers. Follow flooring and underlayment manufacturer compatibility and installation guidance.

All results are planning estimates, not a guarantee of installed material quantity or a quote. Measure the actual project, verify product labels, and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

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