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Tile calculator

How many individual tiles cover this surface?

Before you startMeasure the surface area and use the actual tile dimensions printed on the box.
Step 1

Add your measurements

Estimate tile quantity after adding an allowance for cuts and breakage.

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Replace each example with what you measured. The example result on the right updates as you type.

Measure the surfaceAdd rectangular sections and subtract only large areas you will not tile.
Measure the tileUse one tile's face dimensions and choose an allowance.

Measurements stay in this browser and are never sent to analytics.

Example resultLooks good on paper

Plan for about 75 tiles

Round to full boxes using the exact box quantity before ordering.

Change the sample measurements to turn this into your estimate.
Surface area
12.0 m2
Purchase area
13.4 m2
Individual tiles
75
Tile planning diagramA proportional schematic based on the entered values. It is not a construction drawing.
Proportional planning schematic - verify all dimensions on site.

Before you buy or start work

  • Lay out focal walls before cutting.
  • Confirm tile and box dimensions.
  • Keep matching spare tiles for repairs.
Method

What this result assumes

Grout-joint area is ignored for a conservative quantity screen.

Waste is editable and should reflect layout complexity.

Limitations

What it cannot confirm

Pattern, calibration, breakage, batch matching, and installer requirements can change the order.

This is a planning estimate, not a building-code, safety, installation, or delivery guarantee.

Confirm product-specific requirements with the manufacturer, installer, retailer, or qualified trade.

Formula 1.0.0Reviewed 2026-07-13General planning assumptions
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