Flooring & Tiles

Tile Quantity Calculator

Estimate whole tiles for a floor or wall with grout joints, waste, and breakage covered.

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Method & guidance

How the Tile Quantity Calculator works

Surface area is divided by one tile’s face area and rounded up after the waste factor.

How to use this tool

  1. Collect accurate values for surface area, tile length, tile width.
  2. Enter measurements in the displayed units and select the choices that match this project.
  3. Select Calculate / Generate, then compare the outputs with the stated Tile Quantity Calculator method.
  4. Apply the result only after checking product specifications and real site conditions.

Example calculation or use case

For a worked Tile Quantity Calculator example, use Surface area = 20 m², Tile length = 60 cm, Tile width = 60 cm, Waste allowance = 10 %. The tool then applies this method: Surface area is divided by one tile’s face area and rounded up after the waste factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What information does the Tile Quantity Calculator use?

It uses the measurements and choices shown in the form. Surface area is divided by one tile’s face area and rounded up after the waste factor.

How accurate is the Tile Quantity Calculator result?

The calculation is mathematically consistent with the stated assumptions. Diagonal and complex patterns often need 12–15% waste. Real products, site conditions, and supplier specifications can still change the final decision.

Should I include an allowance?

Yes. Use a waste allowance appropriate to the product, pattern, and installation complexity.

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