🏗️ Tile Calculator
Calculate tiles required, material quantities and project costs for your tiling work
📏 Project Details
Room Dimensions (feet)
Tile Size (cm)
How to Calculate Tile Requirements
Simple Steps
- 1. Measure room length and width accurately
- 2. Select tile size you plan to use
- 3. Choose installation area (floor/wall/both)
- 4. Add wastage percentage (10-15% recommended)
- 5. Calculate to get exact tile quantity and costs
Pro Tips
- ✓ Larger tiles cover more area, fewer joints
- ✓ Diagonal/pattern layouts need 15% wastage
- ✓ Buy 5% extra tiles for future replacements
- ✓ Check tiles from same batch for color match
- ✓ Budget 30-40% of tile cost for installation
Types of Tiles in India
Ceramic Tiles
Most affordable, good for walls and light-traffic floors
Vitrified Tiles
Premium quality, high-traffic areas, very durable
Marble/Granite
Natural stone, luxury finish, requires maintenance
Mosaic Tiles
Small tiles, decorative, pattern designs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many tiles needed for 100 sq ft?
For 100 sq ft area with 2×2 ft (60×60 cm) tiles, you need 25 tiles. With 10% wastage, order 28 tiles. Smaller tiles need more pieces. Formula: Area ÷ tile size + wastage. Always buy from same batch.
Q: Which is better - vitrified or ceramic tiles?
Vitrified tiles are superior in strength, durability, and water resistance. Use vitrified for high-traffic areas and floors. Ceramic is adequate for walls and bathrooms. Vitrified costs 50-100% more but lasts 2-3x longer.
Q: What tile size is best for small bathroom?
For small bathrooms (<50 sq ft), use 1×1 ft or 1×2 ft tiles. Large tiles make small spaces look smaller. Light colors create spacious feel. For walls, use 1×2 ft or 1×1.5 ft tiles vertically to increase height perception.
Q: How long does tile installation take?
Professional can install 100-150 sq ft per day for floor tiles, 150-200 sq ft for wall tiles. For 500 sq ft room, expect 3-4 days for flooring, 2-3 days for walls, plus 2-3 days for grouting and finishing. Total: 7-10 days.
Q: What is the cost of tile installation per sq ft?
2024 rates in India: Simple laying ₹35-50/sq ft, Premium tiles ₹60-80/sq ft, Marble/granite ₹80-120/sq ft. This includes adhesive, grout, labor. Metro cities cost 20-30% more. Complex patterns add ₹15-25/sq ft.