Tile Calculator

Enter room and tile size to get tile count and boxes.

Inputs
Results
Tiles needed
132
Boxes to buy
14
Formula
Tiles = Area ÷ Tile Area × (1 + waste%).
Example

12×10 ft room with 12×12 in tiles ≈ 132 tiles (10% waste).

What you get from the Tile Calculator

The Tile Calculator takes a room- or project-level measurement and returns the quantities you need to buy. It's aimed at homeowners planning a renovation and at handypersons quoting a small job.

Every input is labeled with the unit it expects, and results are shown in whole packages (boxes, gallons, or bundles) so what you read is what you can put in a shopping cart.

  • Whole-package quantities you can order today
  • Waste allowance for cuts, mistakes, and touch-ups
  • Optional cost line so the budget stays visible
  • Works for one room or a whole floor

Before you start

Measure twice. Walls are rarely square and floors are rarely flat, so take the longest dimension in each direction and note any bump-outs or closets separately.

If you're matching an existing product (a specific tile color, brand, or dye lot), buy 10% extra now. Reorders from a different batch often show a visible seam.

Making the estimate go further

Small changes save real money on tile. Reducing waste from 15% to 10% on a large room can pay for a nicer finish; picking one product that covers the whole space avoids batch mismatches; and buying full boxes (rather than partials) usually unlocks a better per-unit price.

Frequently asked questions