60×120 tiles: how much do you need for a project?
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Large format changes the calculation. One 60×120 cm tile covers 0.72 m²; a few tiles quickly represent several square metres, and a later batch may have a different shade.
1. Measure the area
Measure every zone. Divide an irregular room into rectangles and add their areas. A 5×4 m room equals 20 m².
2. Deduct carefully
Subtract large areas that will not be tiled. Keep small openings in the calculation because they usually create cuts.
3. Convert area into tiles
One tile covers 0.60×1.20 = 0.72 m². For 20 m²: 20÷0.72 ≈ 27.8, so at least 28 tiles before waste.
4. Allow for cuts and breakage
The margin depends on room shape, layout and laying direction. Diagonal patterns and complex rooms create more waste. Plan the layout before ordering.
5. Use the real pack size
The manufacturer sets tiles and square metres per box. Always round up to complete boxes using the product data.
6. Order one production batch
Shade or calibre can vary slightly between batches. Ordering the full project plus margin at once reduces the risk of a mismatched top-up.