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Tile Layout Calculator

Estimate tile count, layout rows, layout columns, and project area from room dimensions, tile size, grout joint, and waste allowance. Use it to compare tile formats, reduce sliver cuts, and plan ordering quantities.

Enter project measurements

Round material quantities up before ordering.

Estimated result

Project area
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Tiles needed
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Rows x columns
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Cut allowance
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Diagonal patterns, herringbone, niches, borders, and rooms with many cuts may need more waste than a simple straight layout.

How this calculator works

The calculator converts tile size plus grout joint into an installed module size. Rows and columns are calculated from project dimensions divided by the module size. Tile count is rows times columns with waste added. Project area is shown separately for square-foot ordering checks.

Example: a 12 ft by 10 ft area with 12 in tile and 1/8 in grout joint creates about 12 rows by 10 columns. With 10% waste, the estimate rounds to 132 tiles.

Common reference values

Layout typeTypical wastePlanning note
Straight lay10%Simple rectangular rooms
Diagonal15%More triangular cuts
Herringbone15%-20%Pattern alignment increases waste
Large format10%-15%Breakage and lippage planning matter

Ordering advice

Order tile by full boxes and keep enough extra from the same dye lot for repairs. Include thinset, grout, spacers, trim, waterproofing, leveling clips, backer board, primer, and movement joints in the full material plan.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate tile quantity?

Divide the project dimensions by the installed tile module size to estimate rows and columns, then add waste.

Should grout joints be included?

Yes for layout planning. The grout joint changes the installed module size and can affect rows, columns, and edge cuts.

How much extra tile should I buy?

Ten percent is common for simple layouts. Complex patterns, diagonal layouts, and rooms with many cuts often need 15% or more.

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