When measuring a wood floor for planks, you will need to take into account the width and length of the room, as well as the thickness of the planks. To get started, measure the width of the room at its longest point. Then, measure the length of the room at its longest point. Finally, measure the thickness of the planks that you will be using. With these three measurements, you will be able to calculate how many planks you will need to cover the entire floor.
To calculate the number of planks needed, divide the total square footage of the floor by the square footage of each plank. This will give you the number of whole boards needed. You may also need to add in an additional board or two depending on how wide your space is and how much waste you are willing to accept.
Once you have determined how many boards you need, it’s time to start measuring and cutting them down to size. Begin by measuring and marking each board according to your desired dimensions. Cut each board along these lines with a saw, making sure that all cuts are precise in order to avoid gaps between boards later on.
After all boards have been cut down to size, it’s time for installation! Start by laying down a row of boards along one wall of your room (Image 1). Make sure that each board is level with one another before moving on to nailing them into place (Image 2). Once all boards in this first row are properly secured, move onto installing subsequent rows until your entire floor is complete!