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April 15, 2025
Working out how much timber cladding you need for your project is actually quite simple. With the right formula and a bit of planning, you'll avoid running short or wasting money on excess materials.
The Simple Cladding Calculation Method
To figure out how many linear metres of cladding you need, you just need to know two things:
The total area you want to cover (in square metres)
The coverage per board of your chosen profile (in metres)
Then, you will need to use this formula: Total area (m²) ÷ Coverage per board (m) = Linear metres needed
Let's take a look at an example for a 72m² project comparing