Calculation of the amount of laminate and recommendations for its installation
It is necessary to lay the laminate asymmetrically. Dimensions: length - 60 cm, width - 30 cm. Tell me how much laminate is needed with an area of 8.8 square meters. meters? And in what way is it better to lay it so that there is less waste?
Natalya
Expert Answer
Natalia, the most economical way to lay laminate flooring is the asymmetric scheme of your choice with the longitudinal laying of the material. In this case, when calculating the amount of coating for trimming, it will be necessary to add 6–7% of the total amount of laminate, while the diagonal layout leaves twice as much waste - up to 12–15%.
As for calculating the amount of material, this is a task for a middle-aged student. Your room area is 8.8 square meters. meters, while one panel takes 0.3x0.6 = 0.18 square meters. meter of space. Therefore, you will need 8.8 / 0.18 = 49 lamels plus a margin for trimming 4 boards (those same 7%). Laminate of this size is most often sold for 8 pieces per pack, therefore, you have to buy 7 packs. Of course, if the amount of material differs in one direction or another, then a different number of packages will be required. All rounding is done in the direction of increase, therefore, after laying, usually several untouched panels remain. Do not rush to throw them away - later you can replace the lamellas damaged during operation with new ones.
