Carpet Padding Calculator

Estimate the carpet padding or cushion needed for your installation. Enter room dimensions to compare square yards needed and total cost for rebond, memory foam, and fiber pad options including tack strips and seam tape.

Room Length (ft)

Room Width (ft)

Waste Factor (%)

Padding Pricing per sq yd (edit to match local rates)

Rebond Std 6 lb ($/sq yd)

Rebond Prem 8 lb ($/sq yd)

Memory Foam ($/sq yd)

Fiber Pad ($/sq yd)

Tack Strip ($/strip)

Seam Tape ($/roll)

Padding Needed

23 sq yd

199 sq ft with 10% waste

Tack Strips

14 strips

54 linear ft perimeter

Best Value

Rebond Standard (6 lb)

$113.00

Lowest Total Cost

$113.00

incl. tack strips & tape

Padding Type	Material Needed	Total Cost
Rebond Standard (6 lb)Best value	23 sq yd + 14 tack strips	$113.00
Rebond Premium (8 lb)	23 sq yd + 14 tack strips	$159.00
Memory Foam	23 sq yd + 14 tack strips	$251.00
Fiber Pad	23 sq yd + 14 tack strips	$136.00

Recommended: Rebond Standard (6 lb) at $113.00For 180 sq ft (23 sq yd with 10% waste), Rebond Standard (6 lb) provides the lowest total cost including 14 tack strips and no seam tape needed. Ensure padding is installed smooth side up and butted tightly at seams without overlapping.

Material quantities are estimates based on standard roll widths and typical waste factors. Actual needs vary by room layout, doorways, and closets. Carpet padding is typically sold by the square yard. Tack strip quantities assume a standard rectangular room. Consult your carpet installer for precise measurements.