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Flooring & Tile Materials Porcelain and ceramic tiles are closely related, but they are not identical. Porcelain is generally denser and less absorbent, while standard ceramic tile is often easier to cut and can be a practical option for many indoor walls and floors. Quick answer: porcelain is often chosen for demanding floors, moisture-prone areas and some exterior applications, while ceramic tile can work well for many interior floors, walls and backsplashes. The correct choice depends on the specific tile rating and intended use. Already chosen your tile? Calculate the number of tiles or boxes you need using your room size, tile dimensions and waste allowance. Use the Tile Calculator How Much Tile Do I Need? Porcelain vs Ceramic Tile at a Glance Feature Porcelain Tile Ceramic Tile ...

Flooring & Tile Guide Estimating tile starts with the total area you want to cover. Once you know the floor or wall area, you can add a waste allowance and convert the result into individual tiles or full boxes. Quick answer: calculate the surface area, add waste for cuts and breakage, then divide by the coverage of one tile or one box. For many straightforward layouts, around 10% extra is commonly used as a planning allowance. Calculate your tile quantity automatically Enter your project dimensions, tile size, waste percentage and box coverage to estimate how many tiles or boxes you need. Use the Tile Calculator Calculate Surface Area How to Calculate How Much Tile You Need The first step is finding the area of the surface that will receive tile. For a rectangular floor or wall: Area = Length × Width If ...

Flooring Materials Laminate, vinyl and hardwood can all create an attractive finished floor, but they differ significantly in construction, water resistance, installation, maintenance, durability and price. Quick comparison: laminate is often chosen for affordability and a wood-look surface, vinyl is popular where water resistance and easy maintenance matter, while hardwood provides a real wood surface that can offer long-term character and, depending on the product, refinishing potential. Already picked your flooring? Calculate how much flooring you need, add a waste allowance and convert the result into full boxes before ordering. Use the Flooring Calculator Calculate Floor Area Laminate vs Vinyl vs Hardwood at a Glance Feature Laminate Vinyl Hardwood Materi...

Flooring & Tile Guide Flooring waste is the extra material added beyond the exact square footage of a room. It accounts for cuts, damaged pieces, board selection and layout. The right percentage depends on the room shape, flooring type and installation pattern. Quick answer: around 5% to 10% extra is a common planning range for straightforward installations, while diagonal, irregular or patterned layouts may need more. Always follow the flooring manufacturer's recommendations. Calculate flooring and waste automatically Enter your room dimensions, waste percentage and box coverage to estimate the total flooring area and number of boxes to buy. Use the Flooring Calculator Calculate Floor Area What Does Flooring Waste Mean? If a room measures exactly 200 ft², that does not necessarily mean you should buy exactly 200 ft²...