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Carpet Calculator — Square Yards & 12/15 ft Rolls
Calculate carpet square yards, roll linear cut length, and padding.
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Carpet Square Yard Formula
Transparent mathematical methodology explained in plain English.
Square Yards = (Area sq ft × 1.10) / 9 Carpet is manufactured in 12-foot and 15-foot wide continuous rolls and priced per square yard (9 square feet).
Variables Explained:
- 9: Square feet in one square yard.
Real Project Example
Master Bedroom: 14 ft × 16 ft (12 ft Roll Width)
Calculating broadloom carpet with seams.
Sample Project Inputs:
Dimensions: 14 ft × 16 ft (224 sq ft)
Roll Width: 12 ft
Waste: 10%
Step-by-Step Calculation:
- Area with 10% waste: 224 × 1.10 = 246.4 sq ft.
- In square yards: 246.4 ÷ 9 = 27.38 sq yds.
- Linear feet off 12 ft roll: 246.4 ÷ 12 = 20.5 linear feet.
Calculated Answer: Order 28 square yards of carpet and 25 square yards of 8-lb pad.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Carpet Calculator
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What density carpet padding should I buy?
For residential cut-pile carpet, a 7/16-inch thick pad with a 6 to 8 lb density provides the best balance of underfoot comfort and long-term carpet durability.