Patterned, diagonal, herringbone, and small mosaic layouts usually need a larger waste factor.
Tile
Tile Calculator
Use this for floors, backsplashes, showers, and other rectangular tile areas where waste and box rounding matter.
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Calculation method
How the estimate is built.
The measured surface gains your cut-and-breakage allowance, then tile rounds up to complete boxes. Thinset and grout use the project area and your package coverage assumptions.
Field notes
Use the estimate well.
Confirm thinset trowel size and grout coverage on the product label.
Order all visible tile from the same lot when color consistency matters.
FAQ
Tile questions
How much tile waste should I plan for?
Simple layouts often use 10 percent. Patterned or diagonal layouts commonly need 15 to 20 percent.
Does this include labor?
No. This calculator estimates material quantities and material cost only.
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