Flooring Calculator
Measure the room, add the waste factor and get the number of boxes and the installed cost for laminate, vinyl, hardwood or tile.
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Estimated cost
$581 – $1,089
Typical figure around $835.
- Room area
- 224 sq ft
- With 8% waste
- 242 sq ft
- Boxes to buy
- 11 boxes
Material only. Professional installation typically adds $2–$6 per sq ft depending on the material.
Planning estimate only — confirm quantities with your supplier or contractor before ordering.
How this estimate is calculated
The estimate is built from room length (ft), room width (ft) and material, then priced at national average rates. It reports room area, with 8% waste and boxes to buy, with quantities rounded up so you are never short of material and the standard waste allowance already included where it applies.
Material only. Professional installation typically adds $2–$6 per sq ft depending on the material.
The dollar range is a national average, so treat it as a starting point rather than a bid. Labor rates, permit fees and material delivery differ by region — the state table below shows how your state compares, and construction cost by state breaks the picture down further.
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Cost by material
Each row prices the same default job shown in the calculator above, changing only the material. Use it to see what the upgrade or the cheaper option really costs before you commit.
| Material | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate | $581 | $1,089 |
| Luxury vinyl plank | $677 | $1,258 |
| Engineered hardwood | $1,331 | $2,298 |
| Ceramic tile | $847 | $1,935 |
What the same job costs by state
Every row applies that state's construction cost index to the national range calculated above. The index bundles local labor rates, permit fees and material delivery, so it is a planning figure rather than a bid.
| State | Index | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 0.92 | $534 | $1,002 |
| Texas | 0.93 | $540 | $1,012 |
| North Carolina | 0.94 | $546 | $1,023 |
| Georgia | 0.95 | $552 | $1,034 |
| Arizona | 1.01 | $586 | $1,100 |
| Florida | 1.02 | $592 | $1,110 |
| Pennsylvania | 1.03 | $598 | $1,121 |
| Illinois | 1.05 | $610 | $1,143 |
| Colorado | 1.08 | $627 | $1,176 |
| Washington | 1.15 | $668 | $1,252 |
| California | 1.32 | $766 | $1,437 |
| New York | 1.42 | $824 | $1,546 |
Index 1.00 is the national average. See construction cost by state for metro-level figures and the projects homeowners ask about most.
Where to buy materials
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- Search The Home Depot“laminate flooring cases”
- Search Lowe's“laminate flooring cases”
Frequently asked questions
How much waste should I add for flooring?
Add 8% for a simple rectangular room, 10% if the room has many corners, and 15% for diagonal layouts or tile with a lot of cuts.
Should I measure the room or the floor plan?
Measure each room at floor level, wall to wall, then add them together. Include closets and doorways, and do not subtract furniture.
How much does flooring cost per square foot installed?
Material alone runs from about $2.40 per square foot for laminate to $9.50 for engineered hardwood. Installation adds $2 to $6 per square foot, so a 200 sq ft room lands between roughly $880 and $3,100 depending on the material.
Which flooring is best for a bathroom or a basement?
Luxury vinyl plank and porcelain tile handle moisture best and tolerate the occasional damp floor. Laminate and solid hardwood swell once water reaches the core, so keep them out of full bathrooms, laundry rooms and below-grade spaces.
Does this cost change from state to state?
Yes. Applying each state's construction cost index to the national range of $581 to $1,089, the same job runs from about $534 to $1,002 in Ohio (index 0.92) to $824 to $1,546 in New York (index 1.42).
What is not included in this estimate?
Material only. Professional installation typically adds $2–$6 per sq ft depending on the material. The figure is a national planning average for the work described above, not a contractor's quote.
