How many square feet in a box of laminate flooring?
Quick Answer
A box of laminate flooring typically covers 15–22 square feet, depending on the brand and plank size. Most common boxes cover 19–21 sq ft. To find boxes needed: divide your room area (plus 10% waste) by the sq ft per box. Always check the box label — coverage is printed on every package.
Quick Reference Table
| Brand / Product | Coverage per box |
|---|---|
| Pergo Outlast+ | 19.63 sq ft/box |
| LifeProof (Home Depot) | 20.06 sq ft/box |
| Shaw Floors (typical) | 17–21 sq ft/box |
| Mohawk (typical) | 15–22 sq ft/box |
| TrafficMaster | 15.9 sq ft/box |
| Generic 48"×7" planks | ~20 sq ft/box |
How to Calculate It Yourself
- 1
Measure room length × width = sq ft. For a 12×15 room: 180 sq ft.
- 2
Add 10% waste for cuts and stagger: 180 × 1.10 = 198 sq ft.
- 3
Add 15% for diagonal layouts: 180 × 1.15 = 207 sq ft.
- 4
Check box coverage label. Divide total sq ft by box coverage. 198 ÷ 20 = 9.9 → buy 10 boxes.
Pro Tip
Buy one extra box and keep it sealed. If a plank gets damaged years later, the color and embossing will match perfectly since it came from the same production run. Discontinued flooring is nearly impossible to match.
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