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Tile calculator

Enter the area (or the room dimensions), the tile size and the joint width: calculates how many tiles you need with a cutting margin, and how many boxes to buy if you know how many tiles a box contains.

What do you want to calculate?

Choose the type of work, then enter the dimensions.

Results are provided for information. Check tax rates and legal requirements that apply to you.

How to use it

  1. Enter the room dimensions or the area directly.
  2. Enter the tile size in centimetres and the joint width in millimetres.
  3. Set the cutting waste (about 10 % straight, 15 % diagonal).
  4. Add the number of tiles per box to get the boxes to buy.

Examples

20 m² with 60 × 60 tiles

3 mm joints and 10 % waste: 22 m² to cover, 61 tiles; with 4 tiles per box, 16 boxes.

Frequently asked questions

How much waste should I plan for?

About 10 % for a straight layout in a regular room, 15 % or more for a diagonal layout, many cuts or large tiles that break easily.

Why do joints matter?

Each tile covers its own size plus the joint. With large joints or small tiles, joints noticeably reduce the number of tiles needed.

Should I keep spare tiles?

Yes: keep a few from the same batch for future repairs, because shades can vary between production batches.

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