Tile Calculator
Calculate how many tiles you need for your floor, wall, or backsplash project.
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10% recommended. Add more for complex cuts or beginners.
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Tile Buying Tips
Why You Need Extra Tiles:
- Cutting waste: Edge tiles need to be cut, some will break
- Future repairs: Keep extras for replacing damaged tiles
- Dye lot matching: Tiles from different batches may vary slightly
- Defects: Some tiles may be cracked or chipped
Pattern Waste Guide:
- Straight/Grid: 10% extra (minimum waste)
- Offset/Brick: 10-15% extra
- Diagonal: 15-20% extra (angled cuts)
- Herringbone: 20-25% extra (complex pattern)
Grout Spacing:
- 1/16": Modern look, harder to install evenly
- 1/8": Most common, good balance
- 1/4"+: Rustic look, hides imperfections