How much carpet do I need — and how do I measure?

Measuring for carpet can seem a bit daunting, but fret not, mate! I've got your back with some easy-peasy steps to help you figure out how much carpet you need. 📏👣 **1. Gather Your Tools:** - You’ll need the following items: - Tape measure (at least 25 feet long) - Pen and paper (or a digital note) to record your measurements - Calculator (or your brain if you’re feeling sharp! 😉) **2. Measure the Room:** - **For Rectangular Rooms:** - Measure the length and width of the room. - Formula: Length x Width = Area (in square feet). - **For Irregularly Shaped Rooms:** - Divide the room into smaller rectangles or squares. Measure each section, calculate the area for each, and then sum them up for the total area. **3. Add Extra for Fitting:** - **Include 10% Extra:** It’s always a good idea to add around 10% more carpet to account for mistakes, seams, and pattern matching. So if your room measures 200 square feet, you’ll need a total of **220 square feet** (200 + 20%). - Most carpets come in widths of 12 feet (and sometimes 13.5 feet). When purchasing, ensure that your room size can be covered by the available widths. For lengths greater than the carpet width, you may need to join pieces together. **5. Measuring Stairs (if applicable):** - For stairs, measure the width of the stair tread (front of the step) and the rise (vertical part) for each step. - Total required carpet = width of the stairs x number of treads + (total rise x number of steps). Don’t forget any landings! **6. Seek Professional Help if Needed:** - If all these measurements have your head spinning, the experts at **the Taren Point carpet team (BCC)** are ready to help. They provide professional measuring services to ensure you get the perfect fit! If you need help or have any questions, feel free to give Wayne at **02 9526 6421** a bell! He’ll sort you out. 📞 Ready to measure up and get rolling on your carpet adventure? 🌟