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Skirting boards calculator
Estimate linear metres and whole lengths.
Metric units as labelled. Prices, where used, are in EUR.
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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