Linoleum Calculator
Calculate linoleum by room area and roll width. Optimal cutting selection without seams and minimal waste.
Room length in meters — measure wall to wall along the longest side
Room width in meters — measure across the widest point including alcoves
Standard linoleum roll widths: 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, and 4 meters. Pick a width that covers the room in one piece without a seam.
Calculation formula
Roll length = Room length + 0.1 m (trim margin)
If roll width is greater than or equal to room width, take a single sheet of length (Room length + 10 cm trim allowance). If roll width is smaller, two strips and a seam are unavoidable; the calculator picks the orientation that minimises total roll length.
About the linoleum calculator
The linoleum calculator helps you figure out exactly how many meters to cut from a roll for your room. Enter the room length and width, choose a roll width, and the tool tells you the cut length, whether a seam is required, and how much will end up as waste.
Linoleum sells in rolls of 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, and 4 m wide. The golden rule of layout is that the room should fit across the roll in one piece — a seam is a weak spot where moisture and dirt creep in. If the roll is narrower than the room, the calculator switches to a two-strip layout and picks the orientation with the lower total run.
Everything runs in your browser: no upload, no signup. Save the cut length and roll width to order the exact amount in store — no overpaying for extra and no second trip for what you came up short.
Calculator benefits
Seamless layout check
Instantly see whether the room fits in one sheet or needs two strips.
Real roll widths
Only standard widths actually sold in store: 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, and 4 m.
Trim margin built in
10 cm is added to the cut automatically — rooms are rarely perfectly square.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between domestic, semi-commercial, and commercial linoleum?
Domestic (class 21–23) is for bedrooms and living rooms with light use, 1.5–3 mm thick. Semi-commercial (class 31–34) suits kitchens, hallways, and small offices — 3–4 mm thick with a 0.3–0.5 mm wear layer. Commercial (class 41–43) is for shops, schools, and high-traffic corridors — 2–4 mm with a wear layer of 0.7 mm and up.
Can a 3-meter wide roll be installed without a seam?
Yes, as long as the room is no wider than 3 m. This is the most popular size: it covers most bedrooms, kitchens, and small living rooms. If the room is wider, step up to 3.5 or 4 m — paying a bit more for half a meter beats living with a seam down the middle of the floor.
Do I need glue, or is double-sided tape enough?
In a residential room under 20 m² without seams, linoleum is often laid loose under skirting boards — the material's weight and furniture hold it in place. Double-sided tape along the perimeter and seams works well for apartments and rentals. Glue is needed for commercial-grade linoleum, rooms larger than 20 m², and zones with heavy moving loads (offices, shops, kitchens with heavy appliances).
What do wear classes 21, 23, 31, 33, 43 mean?
The first digit is the room type: 2 — residential, 3 — commercial, 4 — industrial. The second is the load: 1 — light, 2 — medium, 3 — high, 4 — very high. So 23 is a residential room with high foot traffic (living room, hallway), 33 is a busy office, and 43 is an industrial workshop.
How much extra should I buy?
The calculator already adds 10 cm to length for trim. For complex layouts (alcoves, niches, door openings) add another 5–10% on top. If the linoleum has a pattern or wood-plank texture, account for pattern matching between strips and add another 30–50 cm at the seam.