Paint / Tile Calculator

Calculate paint and tile quantities based on wall and floor area

Paint Calculator

Select Paint or Tile mode
Enter wall or floor dimensions
Paint mode: Set wall count, coats, doors/windows
Tile mode: Set tile size, grout width, waste %
Click 'Calculate' to see required material quantities

Living Room Paint

For 4 walls (5m wide, 2.4m high) with 2 coats, minus 1 door and 2 windows, calculate the exact paint needed (about 8-10L).

Bathroom Tiles

For a 2m×3m bathroom floor with 30×30cm tiles, calculate ~74 tiles needed including grout spacing and 10% waste.

Budget Planning

Pre-calculate paint and tile quantities to verify contractor quotes and purchase exact amounts to save budget.

  • Always buy 10-15% extra paint. Even same colors may vary between manufacturing batches
  • Get at least 10% extra tiles for cutting waste and future repairs
  • Paint coverage varies by product — check the label (typically 8-12㎡/L)
  • Wall condition (rough, new, repaint) affects coverage
  • Large tiles suit big spaces, small tiles suit small spaces — consider visual effect
  • Paint area = (wall width × height × wall count) - (door + window area)
  • Paint needed (L) = net area × coats ÷ coverage per liter
  • Tile count = floor area ÷ (tile area + grout adjustment)
  • Average door area: ~1.89㎡ (0.9m × 2.1m)
  • Average window area: ~1.5㎡ (1.0m × 1.5m)

Frequently Asked Questions

How many coats of paint are recommended?

Generally 2 coats are recommended. Going from light to dark may need only 1 coat, while dark to light may require 3+ coats.

How much area does 1L of paint cover?

It varies by product, but typical latex paint covers 8-12㎡ per liter. Check the product label for specifics.

What's the typical grout width for tiles?

Generally 2-5mm. Floor tiles use 3-5mm, wall tiles 2-3mm. Large format tiles (60×60cm+) can use 2mm or less.

How much waste allowance should I plan for tiles?

10% is standard. Diagonal or complex patterns may need 15-20%. Always get tiles from the same lot for color consistency.

Should ceiling paint be calculated separately?

Yes, ceiling area = room width × length. Ceiling paint is often a different product from wall paint.

How much adhesive and grout do I need for tiling?

Adhesive: typically 3-5kg per ㎡. Grout: 0.5-1.5kg per ㎡ depending on tile and grout size. Follow manufacturer recommendations.

Important Notice

  • This calculator is for reference only. Consult a professional for actual construction.
  • Actual quantities may vary due to wall textures, curves, and special structures.
  • Buy materials from the same batch/lot to minimize color differences.

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Results are estimates and may differ from actual amounts.

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