How Much Flooring for a 8x8 Room?
Planning a 8x8 ft room? Order about 4 boxes (boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste)). Also: flooring to buy (+10%): 70 ft²; room area: 64 ft².
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Boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste)4 boxes
| Flooring to buy (+10%) | 70 ft² |
|---|---|
| Room area | 64 ft² |
Rough material cost$141 – $563per sq ft for laminate, vinyl plank or engineered wood; installation extra
How this number is calculated
8 × 8 = 64 sq ft; add 10% waste = 70 sq ft; at 20 sq ft per box that is 4 boxes.
Nearby sizes
| Size | Boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste) |
|---|---|
| a 10x10 ft room | 6 boxes |
| a 5x5 ft room | 2 boxes |
| a 6x6 ft room | 2 boxes |
| a 4x4 ft room | 1 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 8x8 ft room?
Planning a 8x8 ft room? Order about 4 boxes (boxes (20 sq ft each, +10% waste)). Also: flooring to buy (+10%): 70 ft²; room area: 64 ft².
How is the quantity for a 8x8 ft room calculated?
8 × 8 = 64 sq ft; add 10% waste = 70 sq ft; at 20 sq ft per box that is 4 boxes.
How much does flooring for a 8x8 ft room cost?
Using rough planning prices (per sq ft for laminate, vinyl plank or engineered wood; installation extra), the material for a 8x8 ft room comes to about $141 to $563. Prices vary by region and supplier, so get a local quote.