FREE MANUFACTURING CALCULATOR
Fabric Consumption Calculator
Estimate total fabric required for a garment order from per-piece consumption, order quantity and expected wastage.
Results
Base requirement—
Wastage allowance—
Total fabric required—
Estimated fabric cost—
Planning estimate only. Actual factory consumption/cost may vary with pattern, marker, fabric behavior and production conditions.
Formula
Base fabric = Quantity × Consumption per piece. Total fabric = Base fabric × (1 + Wastage %).
Worked example
For 500 garments at 1.40 m each, the base requirement is 700 m. With 7% wastage, the planned requirement becomes 749 m.
Frequently asked questions
What wastage should I use?
It depends on fabric, marker efficiency and factory conditions. Use your approved factory allowance when available.
Does this replace a marker plan?
No. Marker-derived consumption is more accurate; this tool is for planning and quotation checks.