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The Topps Tiles Floor Tile Calculator helps determine the exact number of tiles needed for a flooring project, accounting for wastage and tile size. This ensures you purchase the correct quantity without overbuying or running short.
The calculator uses the Topps Tiles formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the base number of tiles needed for the area, then adds a percentage for wastage to ensure you have enough tiles for the entire project.
Details: Proper tile calculation prevents costly mistakes - buying too few tiles can delay your project, while buying too many wastes money. Accurate calculation ensures color consistency and batch matching.
Tips: Measure your floor area accurately in square meters. Typical wastage percentages are 10-15% for simple layouts and 15-20% for complex patterns or diagonal laying. Check the actual size of your chosen tiles.
Q1: What is a typical wastage percentage?
A: For rectangular rooms with straight laying: 10%. For complex shapes or diagonal laying: 15-20%. For very complex patterns: up to 25%.
Q2: How do I measure irregularly shaped rooms?
A: Break the room into regular shapes (rectangles, triangles), calculate each area separately, then sum them for total area.
Q3: Should I buy extra tiles for future repairs?
A: Yes, it's recommended to keep 5-10% extra tiles for future repairs, as tile colors and patterns may be discontinued.
Q4: How do I convert tile size to square meters?
A: Multiply the length by width in meters. For example, a 30cm × 30cm tile is 0.3m × 0.3m = 0.09m².
Q5: What if my tiles are sold in boxes rather than individually?
A: Calculate the total number needed, then divide by the number of tiles per box and round up to the nearest whole box.