Tile Calculator — How Many Tiles Do I Need?
The Tile Calculator tells you exactly how many tiles you need to cover a floor or wall. It accounts for a waste allowance to cover cuts, breakages, and off-cuts — typically 10% for straightforward layouts and 15% for diagonal or complex patterns. Get your tile order right the first time.
How to Use This Calculator
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Enter the length and width of the room or area to be tiled.
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Enter the length and width of a single tile in centimetres.
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Select the waste allowance for cuts and breakages.
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Click Calculate to see the total number of tiles to order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tiles per m² = 10,000 ÷ (tile length cm × tile width cm). For 60×60 cm tiles: 10,000 ÷ 3,600 ≈ 2.78 tiles/m².