Carpet Pad Calculator

Measure pad needs for patios, sunrooms, and greenhouses. Choose thickness, roll width, and budget targets. Get precise totals, then export for your records easily.

Inputs

Enter your spaces and pad options

Add multiple garden rooms, sheds, or enclosed patios.
Rooms *
Rectangles only. Split odd shapes into rectangles.
# Length (ft) Width (ft) Remove
1
2
Tip: For walkways, split into segments for accuracy.
Outputs convert to ft² for roll math.
Typical: 5–15%. Max capped at 50%.
Choose based on comfort and moisture tolerance.
Common widths: 3, 6, or 12.
Enter the full roll length.
Helps approximate seams and linear needs.
Pick how your supplier quotes pad.
Used when pricing by coverage area.
Used when pricing by full rolls.
Controls displayed precision for areas and lengths.
Example data table
Scenario Rooms (L×W) Waste Roll Area with waste (ft²) Rolls
Garden shed floor 12×10 10% 6×60 ft 132.00 1
Sunroom + entry 14×12, 6×5 12% 6×60 ft 222.88 1
Greenhouse lounge 18×14 15% 6×60 ft 289.80 1
Your roll size may differ; update roll width and length.
Formula used
  • Room Area (ft²) = Length × Width (converted to feet).
  • Total Area = sum of all room areas.
  • Area With Waste = Total Area × (1 + Waste% / 100).
  • Roll Area (ft²) = Roll Width × Roll Length.
  • Rolls Needed = ceil(Area With Waste / Roll Area).
  • Estimated Cost = Area With Waste × Price/ft² or Rolls Needed × Price/roll.
Strip and linear estimates approximate seam count using roll width.
How to use this calculator
  1. Enter each room as a rectangle, using consistent units.
  2. Set waste allowance for trimming around posts and edges.
  3. Enter roll width and length from your pad packaging.
  4. Select thickness based on comfort and moisture exposure.
  5. Choose pricing mode, then enter your supplier price.
  6. Click Calculate. Download CSV or PDF for your records.
For L-shaped areas, split into two rectangles and add both.

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