How Many 12-Inch Tiles for a 8x8 Floor?
For a 8x8 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles, you need about 71 tiles (tiles needed (+10% waste)). Also: tile area to buy (+10%): 70 ft²; floor area: 64 ft².
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Tiles needed (+10% waste)71 tiles
| Tile area to buy (+10%) | 70 ft² |
|---|---|
| Floor area | 64 ft² |
Rough material cost$106 – $704per sq ft, tile only; thinset, grout and labor extra
How this number is calculated
8 × 8 = 64 sq ft; +10% waste = 70.4 sq ft; each 12×12 in tile is 1 sq ft, so 71 tiles.
Nearby sizes
| Size | Tiles needed (+10% waste) |
|---|---|
| a 6x6 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles | 40 tiles |
| a 10x10 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles | 111 tiles |
| a 5x5 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles | 28 tiles |
| a 4x4 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles | 18 tiles |
Tips
- Keep a few spare tiles for future repairs.
- Add 10% for cuts and breakage, and 15% for diagonal or herringbone layouts.
- Change the tile size field to match your tile (for example 6 for 6×6 in).
Frequently asked questions
How much tile do I need for a 8x8 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles?
For a 8x8 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles, you need about 71 tiles (tiles needed (+10% waste)). Also: tile area to buy (+10%): 70 ft²; floor area: 64 ft².
How is the quantity for a 8x8 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles calculated?
8 × 8 = 64 sq ft; +10% waste = 70.4 sq ft; each 12×12 in tile is 1 sq ft, so 71 tiles.
How much does tile for a 8x8 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles cost?
Using rough planning prices (per sq ft, tile only; thinset, grout and labor extra), the material for a 8x8 ft floor with 12 x 12 in tiles comes to about $106 to $704. Prices vary by region and supplier, so get a local quote.