Fabric Width Calculator

Calculate usable fabric width, total fabric width, and width adjustments for garment production.

Fabric Measurements

Width measured from one fabric edge to the other.

Enter the allowance for ONE side, in the selected width unit.

Expected reduction in width after washing or processing.

Optional extra allowance applied to the required usable width.

Enter the usable width you need, in the selected width unit, to estimate the total width to purchase.

Calculation Results

Usable Fabric Width After Allowances
57.26 in
Estimated width available for cutting after edge allowances and width shrinkage.
Total Width 60 in
Edge Allowance (Both Sides) 1 in
Width Before Shrinkage 59 in
Width Lost to Shrinkage 1.77 in
Width Shrinkage 3%
Final Usable Width 57.26 in

This calculator assumes shrinkage reduces the fabric width remaining after edge allowances. Actual results depend on fabric construction, finishing, relaxation, and cutting conditions.

Formula:
Width before shrinkage = Total width − (Edge allowance × 2)
Width loss = Width before shrinkage × Shrinkage percentage
Usable width = Width before shrinkage − Width loss