Step 1: Measure Your Room
Measure the length and width of your room in feet (or meters). For irregularly shaped rooms, break them down into rectangular sections and measure each section separately.
Step 2: Choose Your Tile Size
Select the size of tiles you plan to use. The tile size you choose can significantly impact your room's appearance:
- Large tiles (18" x 18" or larger / 45.7 x 45.7 cm) create a more spacious feel and work well in bigger rooms. They also mean fewer grout lines, creating a cleaner look.
- Small tiles (12" x 12" or smaller / 30.5 x 30.5 cm) are ideal for smaller spaces and can make a room feel more detailed and intricate. They're also better for creating complex patterns.
- Rectangular tiles can be used to create the illusion of a longer or wider space depending on their orientation.
- Consider the room's proportions - larger tiles in a small room can make it feel cramped, while small tiles in a large room might look too busy.
Step 3: Account for Waste
It's recommended to add 10% extra tiles to account for:
- Cutting and trimming
- Breakage during installation
- Future repairs
- Pattern matching
Step 4: Calculate Total Tiles Needed
The calculator will determine:
- Total room area in square feet (or square meters)
- Number of tiles needed without waste
- Number of tiles needed including waste