Renovating your home with beautiful hardwood flooring can significantly enhance its value and aesthetic appeal. At Floorama, serving Rochester Hills, Rochester, Washington, Oakland Charter Township, and Troy, MI, we often receive inquiries about the amount of hardwood flooring needed for various renovation projects. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you determine how much hardwood flooring you'll need for your home renovation.
Measure Your Space
The first step in determining how much hardwood flooring you need is to measure the area you plan to cover. Here’s how to do it:
- Measure Each Room: Use a tape measure to find the length and width of each room. Multiply these numbers to get the square footage of the room.
- Combine Spaces: If you are covering multiple rooms or an entire floor, add the square footage of each space together.
For example, if your living room is 15 feet by 20 feet, the square footage is 300 square feet. If you also want to cover a hallway that is 5 feet by 10 feet, add 50 square feet, bringing the total to 350 square feet.
Account for Waste
It’s important to account for waste when ordering hardwood flooring. We recommend adding 10% to the total square footage to cover any cutting errors, irregular boards, and future repairs.
Using the example above, if your total area is 350 square feet, you should order an additional 35 square feet (10% of 350), making your total 385 square feet.
Consider Room Shape and Layout
Rooms with irregular shapes, such as those with nooks, closets, or angled walls, may require more precise calculations. In such cases, it’s better to overestimate slightly to ensure you have enough material.
Plan for Pattern and Direction
The installation pattern and direction of your hardwood flooring can also impact the amount needed. For example, diagonal or herringbone patterns require more material due to increased waste from cutting boards at angles.
Seek Professional Help
If measuring and calculating flooring needs sounds daunting, don't worry. At Floorama, our experts are here to assist you. We can provide an in-home measurement service to ensure accurate calculations, saving you time and potential frustration.
Choose the Right Hardwood
When selecting hardwood flooring, consider factors such as the type of wood, board width, and finish. Our showroom in Rochester Hills features a wide variety of options, and our knowledgeable staff can guide you in making the best choice for your home and lifestyle.
At Floorama, we are committed to helping our customers in Rochester Hills, Rochester, Washington, Oakland Charter Township, and Troy, MI, achieve their home renovation goals with ease. Visit our showroom or contact us today for personalized assistance and a wide selection of premium hardwood flooring options.
