DIY Needs

How many tiles do I need?

For floors, backsplashes and shower walls. Enter the area and your tile size.

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How this is calculated

We divide the area, plus extra for cuts, by the size of a single tile and round up to whole tiles.

Large-format or patterned tile usually needs more extra, around 15%, because more tiles get cut at edges.

Does grout spacing change the count?

Only slightly. Grout lines make each tile cover a bit more area, so ignoring them keeps you on the safe side.

How much extra for a backsplash?

Use 15% for backsplashes. Outlets, windows and edges mean lots of small cuts.