Title: Determine the quantity of material needed to cover a given surface.
Course: Interior Design II (19263-II) > Section: Developing a Design

Determination should include

- use of formulas to calculate the quantity needed
- consideration of pattern repeat when determining necessary quantity of a floor covering, wall covering, window treatment material, or upholstery material
- calculation and addition of industry-recommended extra quantity, if any.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What tasks in entry-level interior design jobs include determining quantities of interior finish materials? What are the common formulas used in these tasks?
- Why is it important to calculate and include industry-recommended extra quantity?
- How can a paint's listed rate of coverage help determine the quantity needed?

Communication

- What mathematics skills help determine the quantity of materials to cover given surfaces?

Leadership

- How can one gain the mathematics skills needed for employment?
- Why must a professional determine the quantity of interior finish materials to cover a given space? What considerations are necessary?

Management

- What resources are available to help improve mathematics skills?
- How do professionals evaluate mathematics skills?