Flooring & Tile Calculator
Calculate tile and flooring quantities with pattern waste factors. Supports straight, diagonal, herringbone, and brick bond patterns with adhesive and grout estimates.
Straight Lay pattern adds 5% extra tiles for cuts and waste.
Tiles Needed
59
Boxes
15
Waste
5%
Notes:
- Tile area: 3600 cm² per tile
- Adhesive estimate based on 4.5 kg/m² coverage
- Grout estimate based on 3mm joint width
- Consider ordering 5-10% extra for future repairs
ESTIMATION NOTICE
This calculator provides APPROXIMATE QUANTITIES for budgeting and planning purposes.
Please note:
• Results include standard wastage factors but actual waste may vary based on site conditions, workmanship, and material quality.
About This Calculator
The Flooring & Tile Calculator helps contractors and quantity surveyors estimate tile quantities with accurate wastage factors for various installation patterns. Calculate requirements for ceramic, porcelain, marble, granite, and luxury vinyl tiles. Includes adhesive, grout, and leveling compound estimates for UAE and Gulf fit-out projects.
When to Use This Calculator
- Estimating tile quantities for residential and commercial projects
- Calculating wastage factors for diagonal and herringbone patterns
- Planning adhesive and grout procurement
- Preparing flooring BOQs for tender submissions
- Verifying tile subcontractor material quantities
How to Use This Calculator
Enter Floor Area
Input room dimensions or total floor area to be tiled.
Select Tile Size
Choose standard sizes (30×30, 60×60, 60×120cm) or enter custom dimensions.
Choose Installation Pattern
Select straight, diagonal (45°), herringbone, or brick bond - each has different wastage.
Set Grout Width
Enter grout joint width (2-5mm typical) for grout quantity calculation.
Review Results
Get tile count, wastage allowance, adhesive (kg), grout (kg), and cost estimate.
Typical Scenarios in UAE & Gulf Projects
Interior contractor tiles 85m² apartment with 60×60cm porcelain. Straight pattern at 5% wastage = 248 tiles + 13 spare. Calculator recommends 6 bags (25kg) tile adhesive at 4kg/m², 4kg grout for 3mm joints. Total: 261 tiles, 150kg adhesive, 4kg grout.
Luxury marble installation in 450m² lobby using 60×120cm slabs in herringbone pattern. 15% wastage factor applies: 625 slabs needed. Premium adhesive at 5kg/m² = 2,250kg. Calculator flags large format handling requirements and recommends leveling check.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Last Updated: January 2026
Standards Reference: BS 5385 Wall and Floor Tiling, TCNA Handbook