Material Cost Calculator — Diorama Budget Planner
Estimate total material costs for your diorama project. Enter your own prices for each category to build a complete budget.
For forgotten items and price changes
How We Calculate This
This calculator simply totals your entered material costs across all diorama categories and optionally adds a 15% contingency.
Method
- Total = Sum of all material categories
- 15% contingency covers forgotten items and price variations
- Enter your own prices — costs vary widely by supplier and region
Frequently Asked Questions
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Last updated: February 2026
All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities before purchasing materials.