Plan Your Business
PROFIT CALCULATOR
Estimate your material costs, labor, and calculate potential profit margins. All values in AUD.
Cost Inputs
Cost of pallets, screws, paint, stain, etc.
4h
0.5h40h
$25/hr
$10/hr$80/hr
10%
Electricity, workspace, tool wear, etc.
150%
50%500%
Cost Breakdown (AUD)
Material Cost$28.00
Labor (4h x $25/hr)$100.00
Overhead (10%)$12.80
Total Cost$140.80
Profit Summary (AUD)
Suggested Selling Price
$352.00
Profit
$211.20
Margin
60.0%
Pricing Tips
Pallets are often free. Check local businesses, warehouses, and online marketplaces for free pallets.
Factor in your time. Even if you enjoy building, your time has value. Price accordingly.
Market research matters. Check local marketplaces (Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace) to see what similar items sell for in your area.
Quality commands premium. Well-sanded, properly sealed pieces with clean finishes can sell for 2-3x more than rough builds.