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Wood Flooring Calculators
Flooring Project Cost Estimator
Use our Flooring Project Cost Estimator to plan for your flooring and installation costs. The calculator below can help you estimate the amount of flooring required for a project.
This provides an estimate only. Please schedule a measurement to determine the actual project cost.
Flooring Project Material Calculator
Wood Flooring Product Calculator
Input the length and width of your flooring area. Select Calculate to determine the materials and work hours the job requires.
This calculator is to be used as an estimating tool only.
Factors Affecting Overall Cost
Wood flooring is a warm, beautiful flooring option that instantly adds value to a home. Wood flooring costs vary by project. Below are some factors that affect overall cost.
Wood type: Wood costs vary by type and can range from $3 to $18 a square foot. To save on wood flooring installation, use a budget-friendly option like engineered wood flooring. If you’re set on installing real wood, choose domestic woods like oak, maple and hickory instead of exotic species like mahogany.
Furniture removal: Prior to wood flooring installation, the room must be cleared of furniture. You can save on installation costs by moving the furniture yourself. If you’re unable to, our professional independent installers can move furniture for you at an additional cost. For more information on furniture removal costs, check out the FAQS at the bottom of this page.
Room size: The larger the space, the more wood flooring you’ll need to complete the project. This will increase installation costs.
Installation method: There are a few methods used to install wood floors including nail-down, glue-down, click-and-lock and floating. Nail-down wood flooring is generally the most expensive option while floating installation, used with engineered wood, is the most affordable option.
Trim, moulding and transitions: Baseboards, quarter-rounds and transitions between rooms will add to the overall cost of wood flooring installation.
Hardwood Flooring Options for Every Home
Hardwood flooring instantly upgrades the look and feel of any home. Considering replacing your current flooring with hardwoods and not sure where to start? We can help every step of the way — from explaining the differences between wood flooring types to installing them for you. If you plan to do the work yourself and need to figure out how much material to buy, use our Hardwood Calculator above.
Hardwood Construction Types
3/4-inch solid hardwood must be installed over a plywood subfloor at or above ground level.
5/16-inch solid hardwood is a thinner version of 3/4-inch solid hardwood. This wood type is thin enough to be glued down to concrete at ground level or installed over plywood.
Engineered wood flooring is designed for installation over concrete. Less expensive than solid wood and more environmentally friendly, it expands less than solid wood and is ideal for moisture-prone areas.
Waterproof hardwood is a mix of hardwood and bamboo with a waterproof protective coating. It resists moisture but offers the look and texture of traditional hardwood.
Locking or floating hardwood floors feature a tongue-and-groove installation system that doesn’t require nails, staples or glue.
Wood Styles
Wood flooring varies significantly by species, color, width and texture. Some homeowners prefer dark wood floors that offer a rich, formal look while others go for lighter gray and white hardwood options that offer a more casual feel. At Lowe’s, we offer more than 10 species of wood, including popular options like oak flooring, hickory, bamboo and more. Before you decide on the right hardwood option for your home, shop our samples to see how they’ll work in your space.
Hardwood flooring cost is a big investment but can really pay off when you go to sell your home. Not sure it’s in your budget? At Lowe’s, we offer Special Financing options to help make hardwood flooring installation a reality for many homeowners. Still need help deciding which wood type is right for you? Check out our Hardwood Flooring Buying Guide for all of the information you need to make a decision.