👉 Flooring math involves calculating the amount of flooring material needed to cover a given area, ensuring there's enough to avoid gaps and waste. It starts with determining the total square footage of the flooring space, which is crucial for sizing materials like tiles, carpet, or laminate. For instance, if you're laying tiles, each tile's dimensions (length x width) must be multiplied by the number of tiles needed per square foot, and this total is then divided by the size of each tile to find out how many tiles are required. Additionally, factors like cutting margins (to account for errors in cutting tiles or grouting) and waste percentages (usually around 5-10%) are added to the total to ensure an adequate supply. This process ensures that you have enough material to complete your project without running out midway, while also minimizing excess inventory.
