Why do herringbone patterns require 15% waste?

Tile Calculator - Floor & Wall Tile Count with Waste (2026)

Calculate the exact number of tiles and boxes required for your bathroom, kitchen backsplash, or floor remodel with a 10%–15% waste allowance.

⚙️ Configuration & Inputs

Total Surface Area (Square Feet)

sq ft

Standard Tile Dimensions

Wastage & Cut Allowance

📊 Results & Analysis

Total Tiles Needed

66 Tiles

Approximately 7 Boxes (10 tiles per box)

Base Surface Area	120.0 sq ft
Total Area with Waste (+10%)	132.0 sq ft
Single Tile Coverage	2.00 sq ft (12"×24")
Recommended Boxes to Order	7 Boxes

How to Calculate Tiles for Floors and Walls

Convert tile dimensions from square inches to square feet by dividing by 144 (12 inches × 12 inches = 144 sq in per sq ft). Divide total room square footage by single-tile coverage and multiply by 1.10 for standard 10% wastage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Intricate patterns like herringbone or diagonal diamond layouts produce higher cut-off waste at every room border.