Carpet for a 12 × 16 room
Short answer
A 12 × 16 ft room is 192 sq ft (21.3 sq yd) of carpet — about $1,125–$2,208 installed with padding and labor at standard grade. It fits a 12-ft roll with no seam.
Carpet needed
21.3 sq yd
Installed cost
$1,125–$2,208
Floor area
192 sq ft
Seams
0
Carpeting a 12 × 16 room
A 12 × 16 ft room is 192 sq ft, or 21.3 square yards. Off a standard 12-ft carpet roll that takes about 16 running feet in a single seamless piece. Installed with padding and labor at standard grade, plan on about $1,125–$2,208.
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Frequently asked questions
How much carpet do I need for a 12 × 16 room?
A 12 × 16 ft room is 192 sq ft (21.3 sq yd). Off a 12-ft roll that's about 16 running feet with no seam.
How much does it cost to carpet a 12 × 16 room?
About $1,125–$2,208 installed for a 12 × 16 room at standard grade — that's carpet ($747–$1,173), padding, and labor. Deluxe carpet or stairs cost more.
Will a 12 × 16 room need a carpet seam?
No. The short side fits within a standard 12-ft carpet roll, so it can be laid in one piece with no seam.