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EXAMPLE ADVICE

Flooring advice.
A first look.

Example advice content. Full guides and FAQs will be agreed with Farrells after the design is chosen.

THE STARTING POINT

Start with
your room.

Tell us which room you are updating and what you have in mind.

Make a simple plan
01

YOUR ROOM

Your room.

Tell us which room you are updating and how you use it.

Bring to the conversationYour room, your postcode and a rough idea of the space.
02

YOUR LOOK

Your colour.

Bring a room photo or a colour reference to the showroom.

Bring to the conversationA room photo, a colour reference or simply a look you love.
03

YOUR NEXT STEP

Your quote.

Ask about current options and confirm the full cost before ordering.

Bring to the conversationYour questions, your priorities and any dates you have in mind.

A SIMPLE ROOM PLAN

How to measure a room for flooring.

Bring a tape measure, paper and a pencil. Sketch the shape, measure each part and use the calculator below for an approximate floor area in square metres.

YOUR SPACE / A ROUGH STARTING POINT

Put a number
to your room.

Choose the shape, add your measurements and work out the approximate floor area. Keep your sketch alongside the result.

Room area calculator
1. Choose your room shape

A LITTLE PLAN GOES A LONG WAY

Multiply the length by the width to find a rectangular floor area.Length AWidth AA

Length × width. That’s your area.

Measure between opposite walls, including the doorway recess where flooring will run. If an alcove or bay changes the outline, use the awkward-shape option.

Diagram shows the edges to measure. Not to scale.

2. Add your measurements

Enter each dimension in metres, for example 4.25 m. Changing units converts any dimensions you have entered.

A Section ARectangle

YOUR AREA WILL APPEAR HERE

— m²

Enter every section, then select Calculate area. No extra allowance is added.

Measure the shape, as well as the size.

  1. Sketch the room.

    Draw the outline and mark doors, alcoves, bay windows and fixed features. Make a separate sketch for each room and show where rooms connect.

  2. Divide awkward shapes into sections.

    A square or rectangle needs one section. Split an L-shaped room into two separate rectangles, and a T-shaped or U-shaped room into as many rectangles as needed. Add triangles for angled bays or corners. Draw the dividing lines so no floor area is counted twice.

  3. Measure every part.

    For each rectangle, record its length and width. For a triangle, record its base and perpendicular height at 90°, not the sloping side. Include doorways and recesses where the flooring will run, as separate sections where needed. Use the same units for every measurement and check them again.

  4. Keep the sketch with your result.

    Bring your approximate area, labelled sketch, room photos and flooring ideas to Farrells. One area figure does not explain a room’s shape. Ask how final measurements and the order quantity will be checked, especially for stairs, curves and complex landings.

Draw a dividing line at the inside corner. A is the full left rectangle. B is only the right extension, without overlapping A.4 m3 m2 m1.5 mAB

An L-shaped room

Split at the inside corner. Measure each rectangle separately and add their areas, without overlap.

(4 × 3) + (2 × 1.5) = 15 m²
A is the entire top bar. B is the stem below it. The two sections meet along a dashed line without overlapping.A4 m × 1.5 mB2 m × 2 m

A T-shaped room

Measure the full top bar, then the stem below it. For a U-shaped room, divide it into three rectangles.

(4 × 1.5) + (2 × 2) = 10 m²
The triangle height is measured at a right angle to its base. Triangle area is base times perpendicular height divided by two.A4 m × 3 mB1 m height2 m base

An angled bay or corner

Split the outline into rectangles and triangles. A triangle’s height is straight across from its base at 90°, not along the sloping side.

(4 × 3) + (2 × 1 ÷ 2) = 13 m²

Illustrative plans, not to scale. A square or rectangle measuring 4 m × 3 m has an area of 12 m². For curves, stairs or complex landings, bring a sketch and ask for a measurement check.

Before you order

Room area is not the amount to order. Roll or pack sizes, layout, joins, pattern matching and fitting allowances can affect the quantity. Have the final measurements and order quantity checked by the appropriate flooring professional.

Plan your carpet fitting

EXAMPLE GUIDES

Advice to follow.

01 / CHOOSING YOUR FLOOR

Choosing your flooring.

Example advice content. Full guides and FAQs will be agreed with Farrells after the design is chosen.

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02 / FITTING & PREPARATION

Carpet fitting.

Example advice content. Full guides and FAQs will be agreed with Farrells after the design is chosen.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

A few things
you might ask.

Ask your own question
Can you arrange carpet fitting?

We supply flooring and can arrange independent local carpet fitters. Fitting is quoted separately and paid directly to your fitter.

Which flooring do you supply?

We supply carpets, vinyl, laminate, LVT, hardwood, semi-solid flooring, artificial grass and flooring accessories.

Which brands do you work with?

Working with all major brands, from budget options to high-end luxury. Supplier names and catalogue links will be added once confirmed.

How do I request a quote?

Use the quote form to prepare your WhatsApp message, or call 028 9062 3853.

Where can I visit?

Visit our showroom at Aisling Business Park, Hannahstown Hill, Belfast. Call 028 9062 3853 to confirm opening times.

REQUEST A QUOTE

Tell us about
your flooring.

Choose your preferences and prepare a quote request for WhatsApp.

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