Method
Converts area to square inches, divides by tile area, and adds waste.
Utilities / browser tool
Tile Calculator
Estimate tile quantities for an area with an optional waste allowance.
Plan a rectangular tile purchase from area and tile dimensions.
Your inputs stay on your device
Estimate tiles
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Tiles needed
Base tiles
Home-project results are planning estimates. Measure your space and confirm material specifications before buying.
Context & Reference
How it works
For planning tile counts from area and tile dimensions.
calculator guideHow to use it
Use this calculator with your own values, then review the clearly labelled result and copy it when you need it elsewhere.
Understand the result
Tiles and boxes are both rounded up from the same estimate.
Example
Cover 100 sq ft with 12 by 12 inch tiles and 10% waste.
Practical tip
Box count assumes one tile per box.
Notes
This calculator runs locally in this browser. Box count assumes one tile per box.
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