Subfloor Leveling Calculator
Calculate self-leveling compound quantities, primer needs, curing time, and cost for subfloor preparation.
Inputs
Results
Bags Needed
17
Estimated Cost
$629.40
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How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the total floor area requiring leveling in square feet.
- Measure the maximum depression (deepest low spot) with a 6-foot straightedge and enter in inches.
- Enter the average depression depth across the floor.
- Enter the self-leveling compound coverage rate and bag weight from the product label.
- Review the estimated bags needed, compound volume, and total weight to plan material orders.
How the result changes with Bag Weight
| Bag Weight | Bags Needed | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | 43 | $1,539.40 |
| 42 | 20 | $734.40 |
| 69 | 12 | $454.40 |
| 91 | 9 | $349.40 |
What each input means
- Floor Area
- Total floor area requiring leveling.
- Maximum Depression
- Deepest low spot measured with a straightedge.
- Average Depression
- Average depth of depressions across the floor.
- Compound Coverage
- Coverage per bag at 1/8 inch depth (check product label).
- Bag Weight
- Weight of each bag of self-leveling compound.
How this is calculated
Worked example, using the default values
- Identify Input Parameters4 parametersFloor Area = 300, Maximum Depression = 0.5, Average Depression = 0.25, Compound Coverage = 25 = 5 input(s) provided
- Calculate Bags NeededBags Needed17 = 17
- Calculate Estimated CostEstimated Cost629.4 = $629.4
- Calculate Compound VolumeCompound Volume6.25 = 6.25
- Calculate Total Compound WeightTotal Compound Weight850 = 850
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