Plank Count & Length Planner

Get fast, accurate material takeoffs for plank floors. Enter room size, board dimensions, expansion gap, kerf loss, and preferred stagger. The calculator simulates rows, estimates cuts, and suggests extra stock for waste, so you buy once and install with confidence.

Room
Expansion gap deducted from both sides.
Material lost to the blade per cut.
Plank
Shortest allowable piece at row ends.
Stock
Results
Enter measurements and press Calculate to see results.
How this calculator works
  • Converts all inputs to meters to avoid unit mismatch.
  • Subtracts a perimeter expansion gap on all sides.
  • Simulates each row with your chosen stagger pattern and a minimum end‑cut length rule.
  • Accounts for saw kerf on cut pieces when estimating covered length.
  • Computes base boards, then adds your waste allowance to recommend purchase quantity.
  • Optionally rounds up to whole packs if a pack size is provided.

Important Note: All the Calculators listed in this site are for educational purpose only and we do not guarentee the accuracy of results. Please do consult with other sources as well.