Tile Calculator

Accounting for Wastage:

Wastage is essential to consider when ordering tiles to ensure you have enough material to complete your project, considering potential cuts and breakages. The amount of wastage you should include can vary depending on the tile laying pattern:

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• Standard Grid: Add 10% to your total area for standard grid patterns.

• Diagonal Patterns: Increase to 15% as diagonal cuts lead to more wastage.

• Complex Patterns (such as herringbone): Allow for up to 20% wastage due to the complexity and the number of cuts required.

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Architectural Features:

When measuring the area you plan to tile, it's crucial to account for every detail that could affect tile placement and quantity:

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• Window Sills and Reveals: Measure the area of window sills and any side reveals if you plan to tile these sections.

• Architrave Around Doors: Ensure measurements extend to the edge of the architrave or door frame if you are tiling up to doorways.

• Skirting Boards and Coving: If you're tiling walls, decide whether you'll tile behind or up to skirting boards and coving. Remove skirting boards if you plan to tile behind them and reattach afterwards for a seamless finish.

• Nooks and Crannies: Pay attention to small spaces that might need extra tiles to fit, such as alcoves or behind radiators.

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Practical Reminders:

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• Always Double-Check Measurements: It's vital to measure more than once to ensure accuracy before ordering tiles.

• Use a Reliable Measuring Tool: Invest in a good quality tape measure or digital measuring device for precise results.

• Consider Tile Size and Shape: Larger tiles might require fewer tiles overall, but they may lead to more wastage when cutting to fit small areas.

• Update Calculations If Plans Change: Reassess your tile needs if you adjust your initial design or layout plan.

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By following these guidelines, you'll ensure that you order the correct amount of tiles, accounting for all aspects of the installation area and minimizing potential issues during your tiling project. Our Tile Quantity Calculator is here to help you get started on the right foot with accurate measurements and estimates.

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Disclaimer: Our Tile Calculator is intended as a helpful guide only and we take no responsibility for incorrect tile quantities resulting from the use of it.