1. What is Tiles Calculation?

Tile calculation is the process of determining how many tiles are needed to cover a specific area, accounting for cutting waste and potential breakage during installation.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( Area \) — Total area to be tiled (m²)
• \( Tile\ Area \) — Area covered by one tile (m²)
• \( Waste \) — Percentage of extra tiles needed for waste and cuts (%)

Explanation: The calculation first determines how many tiles would be needed without waste, then adds the specified waste percentage to account for cuts and breakage.

3. Importance of Accurate Tile Calculation

Details: Accurate tile calculation helps avoid project delays, ensures color consistency within the same tile batch, prevents budget overruns, and minimizes material waste.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Measure the total area accurately in square meters. Know the exact size of your tiles. Typically add 10-15% for waste on simple layouts, and 15-20% for complex patterns or diagonal layouts.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How much waste percentage should I use?
A: For simple rectangular rooms: 10%. For complex shapes or patterns: 15-20%. For diagonal layouts: 15-20%.

Q2: Should I round up the result?
A: Yes, always round up to the next whole tile since you can't purchase partial tiles. Our calculator automatically does this for you.

Q3: What if my tiles are measured in centimeters?
A: Convert to square meters first. For example, a 30cm × 30cm tile = 0.09m² (0.3m × 0.3m).

Q4: Should I buy extra tiles for future repairs?
A: Yes, it's recommended to keep 5-10% extra tiles beyond your installation needs for future repairs and replacements.

Q5: How do I account for different tile sizes in one project?
A: Calculate each tile size separately for their respective areas, then sum the results.