Covering a deck or patio with interlocking tiles? Enter the size and the tile size. You get the tiles and boxes to buy, with extra for edge cuts.
Your shopping list
212Tiles to buy
22Boxes to buy
192 sq ftDeck area
Deck tiles snap onto a flat, firm base. Extra of 10% is included for edge cuts.
How to use the Deck Tile Calculator
- Enter the length and width of the area.
- Pick the tile size and type how many tiles come in a box.
- Read the tiles and boxes to buy.
The math behind it
Area = length x width
Tiles = area x (1 + extra %) / area of one tile, rounded up
Boxes = tiles / tiles in one box, rounded up
A worked example
What we typed in
- Deck length: 20 ft
- Deck width: 14 ft
- Tile size: 24 x 24 in (4 sq ft)
- Tiles in one box: 4
- Extra for mistakes and cuts: 10%
What we got
- Tiles to buy: 77
- Boxes to buy: 20
- Deck area: 280 sq ft
Tips from the job site
- Lay tiles on a flat, firm base. Tiles can follow a gentle slope for drainage.
- Buy one extra box so you can replace a damaged tile later.
Common questions
How many deck tiles do I need?
Divide the area by the area of one tile and add 10% for cuts. A 192 sq ft area with 12 in tiles needs about 212 tiles.
Can I put deck tiles over an old deck?
Yes if the old deck is sound and flat. Check that water can still drain.
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