Tile and Backsplash Calculator
Free handyman tool

Tile and Backsplash Calculator

Enter the area and tile size and see how many tiles, how much thinset and grout to plan for.

These tools give planning-level estimates from typical values. They are not quotes, designs or engineering, and results depend on your actual home, materials, access, local rules and conditions. Only a visit can confirm what your home needs, and we give you a clear price before any work begins.

How it works

Four quick steps.

  1. 01

    Enter the area

    Length and width of the floor, wall or backsplash.

  2. 02

    Pick the tile size

    Common sizes or enter your own.

  3. 03

    Pick the pattern

    Straight, brick or diagonal changes the waste.

  4. 04

    Read the list

    Tiles, thinset, grout and spacers to plan for.

Tips

  • Order extra tile and keep spares for future repairs.
  • Large tiles need a flatter surface.
  • Choose grout color with the tile in hand.
Questions

About this tool.

Is this exact?

No. It is a planning guide. We measure the surface and confirm quantities.

How much waste should I plan?

About ten percent for straight layouts and fifteen percent for diagonal.

Does grout depend on tile size?

Yes. Smaller tiles have more joints and use more grout.

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Quick scheduling, careful work and a clear price before we start.

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