Measuring Materials

Before you go to the home improvement store to purchase building materials, use our calculators to determine how much you need. Whether you're painting, installing new flooring or drywall, buying lumber or tile, knowing exactly how much you need safeguards against buying too much and wasting money, and buying too little and having to return to the store to get more. Precision counts when measuring for the materials you'll be using in your projects. When your measurements are accurate, your home improvement or remodeling project will go more smoothly and the results will be fantastic. Different materials -- from paint to concrete, baseboards, wallpaper, pavers, and more -- require different types of measurements. Use our material calculators to get an accurate estimate, and follow our tips for measuring. Build upon the basic principle of "measure twice, cut once" and learn how to make precise measurements for all your projects. Plus, calculate the square footage of different rooms and spaces to get an idea of how big it is, which will help you when shopping for furniture, window treatments, area rugs, and more.

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  • Carpet Calculator

    How much carpeting do you need? Here’s how to calculate an exact square footage.

  • Closet Capacity Calculator

    How much room does it take to organize and store your stuff? This closet space estimator helps.

  • Concrete for Projects Calculator

    From driveway to sidewalk, figure out your concrete needs.

  • Drywall Calculator

    To complete your next remodeling project with just the right amount of drywall, use this calculator.

  • Lumber Pricing

    From studs to walls, stairs to decks, figure out your lumber needs with this handy calculator.

  • Paint and Stain

    Have you ever been caught short – or had too much – for your paint or stain project? This calculator helps sort it...

  • Patio Edgers Calculator

    To buy the right amount of patio edgers the first time, use this calculator.

  • Patio Pavers Calculator

    Get the right amount of material the first time with this patio pavers calculator.

  • Picket Fencing Calculator

    When it’s time to establish a picket fence around your yard or garden, try this calculator to help figure out mater...

  • Square Footage Calculator

    Does calculating square footage confuse you? Then try this calculator for your floor, lawn, or remodeling project.

  • Tile Calculator

    Never come up short on tile again, thanks to this calculator.

  • Vinyl Sheet Flooring

    If you’ve made the decision to cover your floor in vinyl, or resilient, flooring, use this estimator to figure out...

  • Wallpaper Calculator

    Whether you’re covering an accent wall or a whole room, you won’t regret using this calculator to estimate your wal...

  • Window Air Conditioner Size Calculator

    If you’ve got a window that’s perfect for an air conditioner, use this calculator to figure out the right size.