The result estimates whole tiles and the resulting covered area.
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Enter the measured surface area and one tile size to estimate the pieces required.
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Tiles Required = Ceiling(Surface Area Γ· Tile Area Γ (1 + Waste Allowance))
View assumptionsFormula reviewCalcs at Hand Editorial TeamVerified 28 August 2026 Β· automated checks included
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Cover 24 mΒ² with 60 cm Γ 60 cm tiles and 10% waste: Convert tile dimensions to metres Β· Divide surface area by tile area Β· Add waste and round up to a whole tile.
Check the number of tiles in each box before converting the result into boxes.
Formula and assumptions
Tiles Required = Ceiling(Surface Area Γ· Tile Area Γ (1 + Waste Allowance))Waste allows for cuts, breakage, pattern matching and future replacement pieces.
Keep in mind: Confirm box coverage, grout joints, layout and installer guidance before ordering.
Produced byCalcs at Hand Editorial Team
Last formula check28 August 2026
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