Even though Post Road Carpet will send professionals to measure for the exact amount of carpeting you will need, you may prefer to have an idea of what is needed when you come to the showroom to select your carpeting. 

Quick Approximation: 
1. Eyeball the area - lengthwise. Take a measurement of the longest length, making sure that you are measuring in a straight line. (15 ft.)
2. Eyeball the area - widthwise. Take a measurement of the longest width, making sure that you are measuring in a straight line. (11 ft.)
3. Multiply the longest width by the longest length to get the area in square feet. (165 sq. ft.)

Numbers in parenthesis are examples.

If the area contains closets or other occupied areas (fireplaces, poles, support beams, fountains), draw an outline of the area and bring it with you when you speak with our professionals. Note the entranceways and type of flooring in the adjoining areas. 

The actual amount of square feet needed may be affected by the width of your area (room). Carpeting is sold in widths of 12' and 15'. Not all carpeting is available in 15' widths. If your room measures 10 feet wide, you will need to purchase 12', so the total square footage required increases. This excess is good for use as entranceway mats or flooring for closets, or can be saved for future repairs.