What are standard vinyl roll widths?

Common vinyl roll widths are 30 cm (12 in) and 60 cm (24 in) for craft vinyl. Professional sign vinyl comes in 61 cm and 122 cm widths. Most Cricut and Silhouette vinyl is 30 cm wide.

How much margin should I leave?

Leave at least 1 cm margin around each design for weeding and handling. For intricate designs, 1.5-2 cm gives more room for the weeding process. The margin also accounts for any cutting machine inaccuracy.

Can I nest designs to save vinyl?

Yes, if your cutting software supports nesting, you can rotate and arrange designs to minimise waste. This calculator assumes a simple grid layout. Manual nesting typically saves 10-20% of material.

What if my design is wider than the roll?

If the design exceeds the roll width, you will need to split it into sections and join them, or use a wider roll. For seamless large designs, professional-width rolls (61 cm or 122 cm) may be necessary.

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Vinyl Sheet Calculator — Roll Length Needed

Calculate how much vinyl you need from roll widths and design dimensions.

Design Width

Design Height

Quantity

Roll Width

Standard: 30 or 60 cm

Margin Per Side

Cost Per Metre of Roll

Optional

How We Calculate This

How the Calculation Works

Each design plus margins is laid out in rows across the roll width. The number of designs per row = roll width / (design width + margins).

The number of rows needed = quantity / designs per row (rounded up). Roll length = rows x (design height + margins).

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Last updated: 2025-02-20

All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities before purchasing materials.