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Skirting boards guide
Estimate linear metres and whole lengths.
Measure and prepare
- Check the units shown for each input. Measure the actual inside dimensions or net area required by this tool.
- Use manufacturer coverage, dose, pack size or your measured flow where applicable. Do not treat example inputs as product recommendations.
- Check the assumptions below, update the starting values and review whole-unit purchase rounding where applicable.
Method and limits
Twice the sum of room length and width, minus openings without skirting, plus cutting allowance. Divide by board length and round up.
Worked example
With the editable starting values: 18.81 linear metres. 8 pieces of 2.4 m
- Room length (m): 5
- Room width (m): 4
- Openings without skirting (m): 0.9
- Allowance (%): 10
- Piece length (m): 2.4
Frequently asked questions
Are these starting values recommendations?
No. They are editable examples. Use your own measurements and the product label or quoted specification.
What should I check before using the result?
Twice the sum of room length and width, minus openings without skirting, plus cutting allowance. Divide by board length and round up.
Are units and prices converted automatically?
No. These tools use the metric units shown next to each field. Monetary inputs and results are in EUR; enter the relevant EUR tariff or quote. No currency conversion or live prices are applied.
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