This is a starting point only, not a substitute for a professional measure. Room shapes, stairs, wardrobes and offcuts all affect the real number, which is why every job we quote is confirmed by one of our measure and quote specialists on site before anything is ordered.
Ready for an exact number? Book your free measure and quote below, no obligation, and we’ll come out to confirm the real figure for your home.
Once you’ve got a rough estimate, visit our showroom or use the form below to arrange your free measure and quote. Looking at hard flooring instead? This calculator’s built around carpet offcuts and roll widths, so it won’t give an accurate figure for vinyl, hybrid, laminate or timber.
Carpet calculator
Add each room, then choose an allowance for offcuts (cuts and joins).
| Room | Length | Width | Area (m2) | Remove |
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Note: This is an estimate. Patterned carpet, stairs, wardrobes and odd shapes can change the final amount. A measure and quote will confirm the exact order size.
What to do after using the calculator
Your estimate is a great starting point, but it isn’t your final quote. Before ordering carpet, we’ll measure your rooms properly, check doorways, wardrobes, stairs and any unusual shapes to make sure you have the right amount.
If you’re still choosing carpet, browse our carpet range to compare different styles and fibres.
When you’re ready, visit our Fyshwick showroom or contact us to arrange a free measure and quote. We install carpet throughout Canberra, including Weston Creek, Woden, Tuggeranong, Belconnen and Gungahlin.
How the carpet calculator works?
The carpet calculator measures each room in square metres and then adds an allowance for offcuts.
Offcuts cover trimming, joins, and small fitting losses that happen during installation.
You can choose the allowance that fits your space.
Simple rooms usually need less. Larger or uneven rooms need more.
What this estimate includes?
Carpet calculator estimate includes:
- Total carpet area for all rooms
- An allowance for cuts and joins
- An optional estimate based on common carpet roll widths
What this estimate does not include?
- Pattern matching for patterned carpets
- Stairs, wardrobes, or built-in furniture
- Installation layout planning
Patterned carpets often need much more material due to matching the design across joins.
How to measure your rooms?
The calculator needs a rough length and width for each room in metres. This gives you a starting figure, but exact measuring, especially around doorways, wardrobes and awkward corners, is best left to a professional, since small mistakes here are the most common reason people under or over order carpet. Book a free measure and quote and we’ll confirm the real numbers for you.
Is this carpet calculator accurate?
This carpet calculator follows common carpet industry estimating methods used online.
It gives a solid guide for plain carpets in standard rooms.
For an exact amount, a professional measure and quote is always recommended before ordering.
What are common mistakes when measuring rooms for carpet?
Doorways, wardrobes, built-in furniture and rooms with uneven walls are the most common reasons people under or over order carpet when measuring themselves. It’s easy to miss these details without experience, which is exactly why we recommend a professional measure before you order, it protects you from paying for a shortfall or wasting money on excess carpet.
Can I use this calculator before getting a quote?
Does this calculator work for hard flooring like vinyl or timber?
Not accurately. This calculator is built around carpet, it factors in offcut allowance and roll width, which don’t apply the same way to boxed plank or tile flooring. If you’re after vinyl, hybrid, laminate or timber, the best way to get an accurate figure is a measure with our team, since box coverage and wastage work differently to carpet.
Need help choosing carpet?
If you’re unsure about carpet types, patterns or how much to allow, our team can help you choose the right option for your space and lifestyle.