Tile & Flooring Calculator
5% (Simple Rectangular Room)
10% (Standard Recommendation)
15% (Diagonal Pattern/Many Corners)
20% (Complex Layout)
Always add extra for cuts and future repairs.
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Total Room Area
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Total Tiles Needed
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(Includes 10% wastage)
Estimated Total Cost
$0.00
How to Calculate Tile Needs Accurate
Planning a renovation project requires precise material estimation to avoid running out of tiles mid-job or overspending on unnecessary boxes. Our Tile Calculator helps homeowners and contractors determine exactly how much flooring or wall tile is required for any room geometry.
Understanding Wastage and Cuts
One of the most common mistakes in tiling is buying the exact square footage of the room. You must account for wastage. Tiles need to be cut to fit edges, corners, and around obstacles like toilets or cabinets. Cutting tiles often results in breakage or unusable scraps.
- 10% Wastage: Standard for rooms with square layouts and minimal obstacles.
- 15% Wastage: Recommended for rooms with irregular shapes, multiple corners, or diagonal tile patterns.
- 20% Wastage: Necessary for complex mosaics or projects where dye-lot matching is critical for future repairs.
Calculating Square Footage
To use this calculator effectively, measure your room's maximum length and width in feet. If your room is L-shaped, divide it into two rectangular sections, calculate the area for each, and add them together. Enter the dimensions of your chosen tile in inches (common sizes include 12×12, 12×24, or 6×24 planks).