How do I account for cutting waste?

Use the `calculate_gross_area` tool. Provide your net floor area and a waste percentage (e.g., 10 for 10%) to get the total expanded area.

Does this tool include grout width?

Yes, by using `calculate_tile_effective_area`, you can input the grout width to find the true coverage footprint of each tile.

How many boxes should I buy?

After calculating your total area, use `calculate_box_count` with the manufacturer's box coverage to find the exact number of full boxes required.

Floor Material Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

A+

Calculate the exact amount of tiles, wood, or porcelain needed for your flooring project.

3 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides precise estimation tools for flooring projects. Use calculate_gross_area to account for waste, calculate_tile_effective_area to include grout width in your coverage calculations, and calculate_box_count to determine exactly how many full boxes you need to purchase. It eliminates guesswork by calculating the expanded area based on net dimensions and material wastage patterns.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_W7lt9szVRm8g0C2Sd8cYKhvgIuSg7F272ommHhuw/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http floor-material-calculator https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_W7lt9szVRm8g0C2Sd8cYKhvgIuSg7F272ommHhuw/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "floor-material-calculator": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_W7lt9szVRm8g0C2Sd8cYKhvgIuSg7F272ommHhuw/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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