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How to Use Plywood Calculator

Calculate the number of plywood sheets needed to cover a floor, wall or roof from its length and width, with sheet size, waste and total cost.

About this tool

Calculate the plywood sheets needed to cover a floor, wall or roof.

How to use Plywood Calculator

  1. Enter the length and width of the area.
  2. Choose the sheet size and waste.
  3. Read the sheets needed and cost.

Worked example

A 20 × 12 ft floor needs 8 sheets of 4 × 8 plywood, or 9 with 10% waste.

What size is a plywood sheet?

Usually 4 × 8 ft (1220 × 2440 mm).

How much waste should I allow?

10% for simple rectangles, more for complex shapes.

Put this guide into practice

  • Plywood Calculator — Calculate the plywood sheets needed to cover a floor, wall or roof.

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