Measure one room at a time
For a rectangular room, multiply length by width using the same unit for both. A room 12 feet by 10 feet has a net area of 120 square feet. Record that as room area, not as a final order quantity. Irregular rooms can be divided into simpler rectangles without double-counting the overlaps.
Keep the drawing with the figures
Sketch the rooms and mark doors, columns, fixed features and changes in floor level. List each area separately. Use either feet throughout or metres throughout, and label every dimension. Photos help explain the space but do not replace measurements.
Separate room area from cutting allowance
The amount to order depends on the chosen piece size, laying pattern, borders and usable material. Ask the installer or fabricator to calculate the allowance from the layout. A single fixed percentage is not a reliable rule for every room.
Include details that affect fabrication
- Preferred material and piece size, if known.
- Borders, skirting and thresholds, with their dimensions.
- Pattern direction or matching requirements.
- Delivery access, floor level and project timing.
Before final cutting
Have the installer verify the site and finished levels. Your preliminary measurements are useful for discussion; fabrication should follow an agreed, checked cutting schedule. Read the marble flooring guide and send your first enquiry.