Enter your Room Length and Width (with Additional Inches), then add your Carpet Price, Padding Price, Installation Cost, and Waste Factor — and this Carpet Calculator breaks down your Total Area Needed alongside individual Carpet, Padding, and Installation costs for easy budgeting.
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Measure the length and width of your room at the widest points. Include any alcoves or extensions. For irregular shapes, break the room into rectangles and calculate each section separately.
The waste factor accounts for cutting waste, pattern matching, and mistakes during installation. Standard waste is 10%, but complex layouts or patterned carpets may require 15% or more.
Yes, carpet padding is essential as it extends carpet life, improves comfort, and provides better insulation. Quality padding can double the life of your carpet.
Installation costs range from $1-3 per square foot depending on your location, carpet type, and room complexity. This includes tack strip installation, stretching, and trimming.
Most installers will remove old carpet as part of the service. Hard flooring like tile or hardwood typically needs professional removal, which may cost extra.
For stairs, measure the width and add the tread depth plus riser height for each step. Multiply by the number of steps and add 10-15% waste factor.
Carpet prices vary based on fiber type, density, and quality. Basic polyester starts around $1-2/sq ft, while premium wool can cost $8-15/sq ft or more.