Pole Pocket Flat-Size Calculator
Enter pole diameter and the fabricator’s ease/return allowance to estimate how much material the pocket consumes.
Enter your job values
Use the real values from your job. Optional fields can stay blank; zero should only be used when the value genuinely does not apply.
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Geometry is only one part of a large-format job
These tools calculate flat size, paneling, roll usage, finishing geometry or cost. Wind loading, structural attachment, fire/building requirements, media suitability and installer safety are outside the calculator and should be verified for the actual installation.
What the result is useful for
Useful for early flat-size and artwork planning when a pole pocket is part of the finish.
How the calculation works
A planning pocket wrap starts from pole circumference (π × diameter), adds ease, then adds the entered seam/return allowance.
What this calculator cannot know
Real pockets are fabrication-specific. Confirm the shop’s pocket depth and stitch/weld method before final artwork.