Material cost calculator
Estimate material cost with an optional contingency.
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Your measurements
Enter your project values. Your estimate updates as you type.
View your estimateExample values are a starting point. Check product yields and specifications before ordering.
YOUR ESTIMATE
Total including contingency
550currency units
Base material cost500 currency units
Contingency50 currency units
Calculated from your measurements.
How it's calculated
Base cost = quantity × unit price. Total = base cost × (1 + contingency ÷ 100).
Calculations use consistent units for your selected measurements. The waste allowance is applied once to the measured requirement. Whole purchase quantities are rounded up.
What this estimate includes
Use one currency throughout. Tax, delivery and labour are excluded unless already included in your unit price.
Quantity and arithmetic estimates only. Use project specifications for installation and design requirements.
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