How Much Flooring for a 5x5 Room?
Planning a 5x5 ft room? Order about 2 boxes (boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste)). Also: flooring to buy (+10%): 28 ft²; room area: 25 ft².
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Boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste)2 boxes
| Flooring to buy (+10%) | 28 ft² |
|---|---|
| Room area | 25 ft² |
Rough material cost$55.00 – $220per sq ft for laminate, vinyl plank or engineered wood; installation extra
How this number is calculated
5 × 5 = 25 sq ft; add 10% waste = 28 sq ft; at 20 sq ft per box that is 2 boxes.
Nearby sizes
| Size | Boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste) |
|---|---|
| a 6x6 ft room | 2 boxes |
| a 4x4 ft room | 1 boxes |
| a 8x8 ft room | 4 boxes |
| a 10x10 ft room | 6 boxes |
Tips
- Buy all boxes at once so the dye lots match.
- Add 10% for cuts, or 15% for diagonal layouts and tricky rooms.
- Boxes vary from about 15 to 25 sq ft; check the one you plan to buy.
Frequently asked questions
How much flooring do I need for a 5x5 ft room?
Planning a 5x5 ft room? Order about 2 boxes (boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste)). Also: flooring to buy (+10%): 28 ft²; room area: 25 ft².
How is the quantity for a 5x5 ft room calculated?
5 × 5 = 25 sq ft; add 10% waste = 28 sq ft; at 20 sq ft per box that is 2 boxes.
How much does flooring for a 5x5 ft room cost?
Using rough planning prices (per sq ft for laminate, vinyl plank or engineered wood; installation extra), the material for a 5x5 ft room comes to about $55.00 to $220. Prices vary by region and supplier, so get a local quote.