HOW TO USE THE TILE CALCULATOR

This TILE CALCULATOR is designed to help you ACCURATELY ESTIMATE the number of tiles and cartons required for your tiling project. Whether you’re tiling a floor, wall, or entire building, this tool ensures you buy just the right amount of tiles to avoid wastage or shortage.

By following these SIMPLE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS, you can determine THE TOTAL TILES REQUIRED, WASTE PERCENTAGE, AND NUMBER OF CARTONS NEEDED for your project.

STEP 1: ENTER THE DIMENSIONS OF THE AREA TO BE TILED

LENGTH OF AREA (METERS):
Enter the total length of the area you want to tile in meters.

WIDTH OF AREA (METERS):
Input the total width of the area to be tiled in meters.

How to measure the area correctly:
Use a measuring tape to determine the length and width of the floor or wall.
Multiply Length × Width to get the total square meters (m²) of the area.

Example Calculation:

• Room Length: 5.5 meters
• Room Width: 4.2 meters
• Total Area = 5.5 × 4.2 = 23.1 m²

Tip: If there are doors, windows, or spaces that won’t be tiled, subtract their area from the total.

STEP 2: CLICK “+” TO ENTER TILE DIMENSIONS

Click the “+” button to expand the tile input section and enter more details.

LENGTH OF ONE TILE (METERS):
Enter the length of a single tile in meters (e.g., 0.3 for 30 cm tiles).

WIDTH OF ONE TILE (METERS):
Input the width of a single tile in meters (e.g., 0.3 for 30 cm tiles).

Why is this important?
This helps the calculator determine how many tiles will fit into each square meter of the area.

Example Calculation:

• Tile Length: 0.3 meters
• Tile Width: 0.3 meters
• Tile Area = 0.3 × 0.3 = 0.09 m² per tile

STEP 3: ENTER WASTE PERCENTAGE

WASTE PERCENTAGE (%):
This accounts for tiles that may be cut, broken, or wasted during installation.

Recommended waste percentages:

• Standard tiling: 5% (default setting)
• Complex layouts (diagonal, patterns, curves): 10-15%
• Large, irregular areas: 15-20%

Example Calculation with 5% Waste:

• Tiles needed (without waste): 257 tiles
• Tiles needed (with 5% waste): 257 × 1.05 = 270 tiles

Tip: Always add extra tiles to compensate for mistakes and future replacements.

STEP 4: ENTER THE NUMBER OF TILES PER CARTON

NUMBER OF TILES PER CARTON:
Enter how many tiles come in one carton (e.g., 88 tiles per carton).

Why is this important?
This helps determine how many full cartons you need to purchase.

Example Calculation:

• Total Tiles Needed: 270 tiles
• Tiles per Carton: 88 tiles
• Cartons Needed = 270 ÷ 88 = 3.07
• Final Order: 4 Cartons (since you can’t buy a fraction of a carton)

Tip: Always round up when buying cartons to ensure you have extra tiles.

STEP 5: CLICK “CALCULATE” TO GET YOUR RESULTS

After entering all required values, click the “CALCULATE” button.
The calculator will automatically compute and display the results below.

STEP 6: UNDERSTANDING THE RESULTS

Once you click “CALCULATE,” the results will be displayed in a structured format.

TOTAL AREA TO BE TILED (M²)

This shows the total surface area in square meters (m²).
It helps you understand the scope of your tiling project.

Example:

• Total Area: 23.1 m²

TOTAL NUMBER OF TILES NEEDED

This shows the exact number of tiles required to complete your project.
Includes waste percentage to avoid running out of tiles.

Example:

• Without waste: 257 tiles
• With 5% waste: 270 tiles

TOTAL CARTONS REQUIRED

This tells you how many full cartons of tiles you need to buy.
If the total tiles required is not a multiple of the carton size, the calculator rounds up.

Example:

• Total Tiles Needed: 270 tiles
• Tiles per Carton: 88 tiles
• Total Cartons Required: 4 cartons

Tip: If you have leftover tiles, keep them for future repairs.

STEP 7: REVIEW AND PLAN YOUR PURCHASE

Check the calculated results carefully.
Compare with your budget and tile supplier pricing.
Make sure to buy enough tiles for even coverage without running out in the middle of the job.

Why is this important?
Ensuring the correct tile quantity prevents:
Overbuying and wasting money
Running out of tiles and delaying work
Mismatched tile batches when buying more later

IMPORTANT TIPS FOR ACCURACY

MEASURE ALL AREAS CAREFULLY – Double-check dimensions before purchasing.
CHOOSE HIGH-QUALITY TILES – Durable tiles last longer and reduce future costs.
CONSIDER TILE LAYOUT & PATTERNS – Some designs require more tiles due to cutting waste.
ORDER EXTRA CARTONS – Have at least one extra carton for future repairs.

WHY USE THIS TILE CALCULATOR?

SAVES TIME – Quickly estimates tile requirements.
PREVENTS MATERIAL SHORTAGE – Ensures you buy enough tiles.
HELPS WITH BUDGETING – Avoids overspending.
PERFECT FOR DIY AND PROFESSIONALS – Useful for homeowners, contractors, and builders.

COMMON QUESTIONS & TROUBLESHOOTING

What if my results seem incorrect?
Ensure that all input values are correct.
Check if you are using the correct tile size and waste percentage.
Recalculate if needed.

Can I change my inputs and recalculate?
Yes! Modify any field and click “CALCULATE” again for updated results.

What if I’m tiling multiple rooms?
Measure each room separately and add up their areas to get the total.

FINAL THOUGHTS

By FOLLOWING THESE SIMPLE STEPS, you can ACCURATELY CALCULATE THE NUMBER OF TILES AND CARTONS REQUIRED for your tiling project. This ensures that you BUY THE RIGHT QUANTITY, SAVE MONEY, AND COMPLETE YOUR TILING JOB WITHOUT DELAYS!

PLAN YOUR TILING PROJECT WITH CONFIDENCE USING THIS POWERFUL TILE CALCULATOR!