Vinyl Flooring Materials for 500 sq ft
Quick Answer: For 500 sq ft of vinyl flooring, you need 24 boxes (15% waste factor included).
| Room Area | 500 sq ft |
| Waste Factor | 15% |
| Total to Purchase | 575 sq ft |
| Coverage per Box | 24 sq ft |
| Boxes Needed | 24 boxes |
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$1,812 - $2,315
Total Estimate
$2,013
Materials
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Labor + Subfloor
10 hrs
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Materials Calculation
Here's how we calculated materials for 500 sq ft of vinyl:
- 1. Base area: 500 sq ft
- 2. Add waste factor: 500 × 1.15 = 575 sq ft
- 3. Divide by box coverage: 575 ÷ 24 = 24.0 boxes
- 4. Round up: 24 boxes (always round up)
Additional Materials Needed
| Item | Quantity | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Underlayment | 6 rolls | $180 |
| Transition Strips | 3 pcs | $45 |
| Spacers (for expansion gaps) | 1 pack | $10 |
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For 500 sq ft with 15% waste factor, you need 24 boxes of vinyl flooring. Each box covers 24 sq ft.
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