๐งฑ How Many Tiles Do You Need?
Tile projects require more material than you might think โ cuts, breaks, and future repairs. This calculator tells you the exact number of tiles and boxes to buy, with a waste allowance built in.
๐ Waste Allowance Guide
- Straight lay, single room: 10% waste
- Diagonal or herringbone pattern: 15% waste
- Multiple rooms / complex layouts: 15โ20% waste
- Natural stone tile: 15โ20% (more breakage)
๐ Common Tile Sizes
| 12" ร 12" | 1.0 sq ft / tile |
| 18" ร 18" | 2.25 sq ft / tile |
| 24" ร 24" | 4.0 sq ft / tile |
| 3" ร 6" (subway) | 0.125 sq ft / tile |
| 6" ร 24" (plank) | 1.0 sq ft / tile |
๐ก Always Buy from the Same Batch
Dye lots vary slightly between production runs. Buy all your tile at once (including spares) โ matching later can be impossible.