Carpet Calculator

Measure room length and width in feet, multiply to get square footage. Add 10% for waste and pattern matching. Carpet is sold by square yard (divide sq ft by 9).

Carpet is sold by square yard in 12-15 foot wide rolls. You pay for the full width even if you don't need it all, so room orientation affects cost.

Yes, add 10% for standard rooms, 15-20% for irregular shapes or patterned carpet. This accounts for cuts, seams, pattern matching, and future repairs.

Budget carpet: $1-3/sq ft, Mid-range: $3-6/sq ft, Premium: $6-12/sq ft, Luxury: $12-25/sq ft. Prices include padding and installation.

Yes! Padding extends carpet life, improves comfort, provides insulation, and reduces noise. Budget $0.50-2/sq ft for quality padding.

Multiply stair width by depth, then by number of stairs. Add 4 inches to width for wrapping. Each standard stair is roughly 3 sq ft. Add 10% waste.

Include closet floors in your calculation. For hallways, measure length × width. Hallways often require more waste due to seaming and narrow widths.

DIY is possible for small rooms but requires special tools (knee kicker, power stretcher, seam iron). Professional installation ensures proper stretching and longevity.

Break room into rectangles, calculate each section separately, then add them together. For curves or angles, use the largest rectangle that fits.

Carpet tiles are squares (18-24 inches) that click together. They're easier to install, replace damaged sections, and typically cost $2-8 per sq ft installed.