The biggest problem (other than cutting it) that I've had with coroplast is figuring out how to make it fit inside my cage. A lot depends on whether you are using those connectors (plastic knob things) and where you are using them. If they form the base of the loft, or part of the sides, then the coro needs to be cut a bit smaller to clear them. Also, if you are using them, then your grids have a gap, which adds to their dimensions. The most accurate way to measure might be to assemble the loft (not on your cage) and then take the inside measurements? And remember to add the sides all the way around the loft.