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This discussion provides an opportunity to apply geometry and related math skills learned in class to real-world remodeling scenarios. Specifically, students will model remodeling a house before purchasing it, utilizing a given floor plan with unspecified room measurements. Using personal experience, students will assign realistic dimensions to various rooms, ensuring uniqueness in measurements and costs. They will then create a comprehensive report detailing each step of their remodeling process, including calculations of wall areas, costs for painting and flooring materials, and considerations for windows, doors, and coverage specifications. The project emphasizes practical application of geometry formulas, unit conversions, area calculations, and budget management, fostering an understanding of how math skills are essential in everyday home renovation tasks.
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Introduction
The process of remodeling a house involves various mathematical calculations that are fundamental in estimating costs, materials, and time needed for different tasks. Applying geometry formulas to determine surface areas, understanding material coverage specifications, and performing budget calculations are critical skills in ensuring an efficient and cost-effective renovation. This paper explores these aspects through a hypothetical remodeling project, focusing on painting a master bedroom and installing new flooring in multiple rooms, illustrating the practical application of mathematical concepts in real-life scenarios.
Remodeling the Master Bedroom
Floor Dimensions and Wall Heights
For the purpose of this project, I have assigned realistic measurements based on common bedroom sizes. The master bedroom measures 15 feet in length and 12 feet in width. The walls have a standard height of 8 feet. The room contains two windows, each measuring 3 feet by 4 feet, and one door measuring 3 feet by 7 feet. These features will not be painted on the walls.
Calculating Wall Area for Painting
The total wall area includes the four walls. The perimeter is calculated as:
- Perimeter = 2 (length + width) = 2 (15 ft + 12 ft) = 2 * 27 ft = 54 ft
The total wall area (without subtracting windows and doors) is:
- Total area = perimeter wall height = 54 ft 8 ft = 432 sq ft
The area of windows and door that will not be painted is:
- Windows: 2 (3 ft 4 ft) = 2 * 12 sq ft = 24 sq ft
- Door: 3 ft * 7 ft = 21 sq ft
Subtracting these from total wall area gives the paintable area:
- Paintable area = 432 sq ft - (24 sq ft + 21 sq ft) = 432 sq ft - 45 sq ft = 387 sq ft
Selecting Paint and Calculating Cost
I visited Lowe's online and found a popular interior wall paint, Behr Premium Plus, GREY shade. The listing indicates the following:
- Price per gallon: $35.00
- Coverage area: approximately 350 sq ft per gallon
- Color: Light Grey
Cost Calculation
To paint 387 sq ft, the number of gallons needed is:
- Gallons required = 387 sq ft / 350 sq ft per gallon ≈ 1.11 gallons
Since paint must be purchased in whole gallons, I will buy 2 gallons.
Cost of paint before tax:
- 2 gallons * $35.00 = $70.00
Calculating tax at 8.3%:
- Tax = $70.00 * 0.083 ≈ $5.81
Total cost for paint:
- $70.00 + $5.81 ≈ $75.81
Additional Supplies
Including brushes, painter's tape, and drop cloths estimated at $15, with tax at 8.3%:
- Subtotal: $15.00
- Tax: $15.00 * 0.083 ≈ $1.25
- Total supplies cost: $16.25
Flooring Replacement
Tile in the Kitchen
The kitchen measures 10 feet by 12 feet. The tile selected is ceramic, with each tile measuring 1 foot by 1 foot. The cost per box (which contains 10 tiles) is $30, and each box covers 10 sq ft.
Area calculation:
- Area = 10 ft * 12 ft = 120 sq ft
Number of boxes needed:
- 120 sq ft / 10 sq ft per box = 12 boxes
Cost of tiles:
- 12 boxes * $30 = $360
Laminate Flooring in the Living Room
Living room dimensions: 20 feet by 15 feet. The laminate flooring costs $2.50 per square foot, including underlay.
Area calculation:
- 20 ft * 15 ft = 300 sq ft
Cost:
- 300 sq ft * $2.50 = $750
Carpeting the Bedroom
The bedroom measures 12 feet by 14 feet. Carpet costs $3.00 per square foot, including padding.
Area calculation:
- 12 ft * 14 ft = 168 sq ft
Cost:
- 168 sq ft * $3.00 = $504
The Final Flooring Option
For the bathroom, I chose vinyl flooring, which costs approximately $4.00 per square foot. The bathroom measures 8 feet by 6 feet.
Area:
- 8 ft * 6 ft = 48 sq ft
Cost:
- 48 sq ft * $4.00 = $192
Reflection on the Remodelling and Math Applications
Engaging in this project has deepened my understanding of how mathematical concepts such as area calculations, ratios, and budgeting are essential in home remodeling. Accurately estimating paint and flooring needs requires applying formulas for surface area and understanding product specifications like coverage areas. By translating these mathematical skills into practical tasks, I realize how important precision and attention to detail are in avoiding costly mistakes.
This exercise also highlighted the significance of planning and decision-making in remodeling projects. For instance, choosing the right paint or flooring involves comparing costs and specifications to maximize value. Additionally, understanding taxes and supply costs helps develop realistic budgets, emphasizing the importance of math in financial planning during home renovation.
Overall, this experience has reinforced that foundational math skills are indispensable in managing real-world projects, particularly in the context of personal or professional home improvement endeavors. It has fostered a greater appreciation for the practicality of geometry and arithmetic outside the classroom setting, preparing me for future projects and real-life situations.
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