Inputs
Overall Dimensions
Material & Sheets
Layout
Drawers
Doors
Tip: Load the example, then tweak values to match your build.
Summary
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Total Parts
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Net Area
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Thick Sheets
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Thin Sheets
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Waste Applied
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Sheet Area
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Thick Cost
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Thin Cost
Cut List
| # | Category | Part | Qty | Thick | Length | Width | Area / pc | Total Area | Sheet Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totals | 0 | 0 | |||||||
Formulas Used
- Internal width = W − 2·t
- Compartment width = (internal width − (cols−1)·t) ÷ cols
- Shelf depth = depth − back thickness (if back included)
- Area per piece = L·W + kerf·(L + W) (kerf modeled as cut-loss area)
- Net area = Σ(area per piece · qty)
- Waste-adjusted area = net area · (1 + waste%)
- Sheets = ceil(waste-adjusted area ÷ sheet area)
How to Use
- Choose units and enter overall wardrobe width, height, and depth.
- Set material thicknesses, sheet size, waste, kerf, and costs.
- Define compartments, shelves, drawers, and door configuration.
- Click Calculate. Review the cut list and summary KPIs.
- Press Download CSV or Download PDF to export.
- Adjust inputs; results update each time you calculate.
Example Data Table
Illustrative sample for a 1800×2400×600 wardrobe, 18 mm carcass, 6 mm backs.
| Part | Qty | Thick | L | W | Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sides | 2 | 18 | 2400 | 600 | Thick |
| Top | 1 | 18 | 1764 | 600 | Thick |
| Bottom | 1 | 18 | 1764 | 600 | Thick |
| Partitions | 2 | 18 | 2364 | 600 | Thick |
| Shelves | 9 | 18 | 552 | 594 | Thick |
| Back | 1 | 6 | 2400 | 1800 | Thin |
| Doors (hinged) | 2 | 18 | 2400 | 894 | Thick |
Use Load Example to populate inputs and generate a full dynamic list.
Data: Standard Sheet Sizes & Coverage
Common plywood sizes and their approximate coverage to help estimate sheets quickly.
| Metric Size (mm) | Imperial (ft) | Area (m²) | Area (ft²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2440 × 1220 | 8 × 4 | 2.98 | 32.0 |
| 2440 × 1830 | 8 × 6 | 4.47 | 48.1 |
| 2135 × 1220 | 7 × 4 | 2.60 | 28.0 |
| 1220 × 1220 | 4 × 4 | 1.49 | 16.0 |
Note: Actual stocked sizes can vary by region and supplier.
Data: Typical Clearances & Hardware Allowances
Use these practical allowances when sizing doors, drawers, and shelves.
| Application | Typical Allowance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Door edge gap (hinged) | 2–3 mm per edge | Helps avoid binding and allows for edge-banding. |
| Centre gap between two doors | 2–3 mm | Increase slightly for thicker edge-banding. |
| Sliding door overlap | 20–30 mm | Prevents sightline gaps; adjust per track system. |
| Drawer side clearance (side-mount) | 12–13 mm per side | Check slide spec; undermounts often need ~20–21 mm. |
| Bottom door clearance | 6–10 mm | For floor unevenness and sweep. |
| Shelf back setback when back panel used | Equal to back thickness | Use calculator’s “To back” mode to subtract. |
| Toe kick height | 80–100 mm | Ergonomics and base ventilation. |
Always confirm with your specific hardware datasheet before cutting.
FAQs
Defaults to 2440×1220, editable to any sheet size your supplier stocks.
Yes. Kerf is modeled as extra loss area per part using kerf·(L+W), then included before waste and sheets are calculated.
Yes. Parts are classified by thickness. Sheet counts and costs are computed independently for thick and thin material.
Each drawer adds sides, front/back, and a bottom. Width is based on the drawer bay width; depth considers back clearance.
Choose “To back” to subtract back thickness, or “Full” for full-depth shelves.
Yes. Hinged doors use edge and interleaf gaps. Sliding doors use an overlap value for width estimation.
Cost fields are numeric only. Enter prices in your currency; the calculator displays numbers without currency symbols.