A LITTLE HELP GOES A LONG WAY
Choose with your room in mind. Explore our guides to comparing flooring, taking rough room measurements and arranging independent carpet fitting in Belfast.
A busy hallway or a quiet bedroom? One room or a whole new look? Start with what you want your space to do.
Make a simple planYOUR ROOM
Make a note of the rooms involved, how they are used and anything you want to change. Think about pets, children, natural light and adjoining rooms as questions to discuss, not assumptions about a product.
YOUR LOOK
Save a couple of interiors you like. A photo of your furniture or paint colours can help explain your ideas. Ask to compare actual samples and consider them in your own light before choosing.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Ask what is included, what preparation is needed and how measurements and installation would be arranged. Confirm suitability, availability, costs and timings before making a commitment.
A SIMPLE ROOM PLAN
Bring a tape measure, paper and a pencil. Sketch the shape, measure each part and use the calculator below for an approximate floor area in square metres.
YOUR SPACE / A ROUGH STARTING POINT
Choose the shape, add your measurements and work out the approximate floor area. Keep your sketch alongside the result.
Draw the outline and mark doors, alcoves, bay windows and fixed features. Make a separate sketch for each room and show where rooms connect.
A square or rectangle needs one section. Split an L-shaped room into two separate rectangles, and a T-shaped or U-shaped room into as many rectangles as needed. Add triangles for angled bays or corners. Draw the dividing lines so no floor area is counted twice.
For each rectangle, record its length and width. For a triangle, record its base and perpendicular height at 90°, not the sloping side. Include doorways and recesses where the flooring will run, as separate sections where needed. Use the same units for every measurement and check them again.
Bring your approximate area, labelled sketch, room photos and flooring ideas to Farrells. One area figure does not explain a room’s shape. Ask how final measurements and the order quantity will be checked, especially for stairs, curves and complex landings.
Split at the inside corner. Measure each rectangle separately and add their areas, without overlap.
(4 × 3) + (2 × 1.5) = 15 m²Measure the full top bar, then the stem below it. For a U-shaped room, divide it into three rectangles.
(4 × 1.5) + (2 × 2) = 10 m²Split the outline into rectangles and triangles. A triangle’s height is straight across from its base at 90°, not along the sloping side.
(4 × 3) + (2 × 1 ÷ 2) = 13 m²Illustrative plans, not to scale. A square or rectangle measuring 4 m × 3 m has an area of 12 m². For curves, stairs or complex landings, bring a sketch and ask for a measurement check.
Room area is not the amount to order. Roll or pack sizes, layout, joins, pattern matching and fitting allowances can affect the quantity. Have the final measurements and order quantity checked by the appropriate flooring professional.
Plan your carpet fittingA USEFUL PLACE TO BEGIN
A good starting point is not a product name. It is your room, your routine and the feeling you want when you walk through the door.
Read the guideChoosing carpet and arranging its fitting are connected decisions, with separate payments. Here is how to start that conversation clearly.
Read the guideWe supply flooring and can put you in touch with independent local carpet fitters. Fitting is agreed and paid for separately, directly with your fitter.
Our range includes carpets, vinyl, laminate, LVT, hardwood, semi-solid flooring, artificial grass and flooring accessories. We work with all major brands, from budget-friendly essentials to high-end luxury.
Find us at 4/5 Aisling Business Park, 4 Hannahstown Hill, Belfast BT17 0LT. We serve customers across Belfast and beyond. Call 028 9062 3853 to confirm opening times before travelling.
Yes, rough dimensions and a sketch help us understand your plans. Measure the longest and widest points, including recesses and doorways. These are a starting point: final measurements, quantities and fitting requirements must be confirmed before ordering.
Start with the room you want to change and the look you like. Browse the flooring page, make a note of your favourites and tell us a little about your plans.
No. Choose "Not sure yet" in your enquiry and share what matters to you, whether that is the feel, the colour or bringing a few rooms together.
Tell us your postcode, the rooms involved and any flooring types you are considering. A rough idea of size can help start the conversation, but dimensions and suitability need confirming before an order.
Use them to explore a look, not to identify a stocked product. These are inspiration interiors, not Farrells installations. Ask us about current ranges and compare actual samples before deciding.
Call 028 9062 3853 before travelling to confirm current opening times. You can find the showroom address and directions on our contact page.
