How much does it cost to tile a floor yourself?
About $400 in materials for a 10 x 8 ft floor (80 sq ft) in 12 x 12 in tile.
Estimate only, computed from the tile calculator's default inputs and prices. Your sizes and local prices will change it.
Do it yourself (materials)
$400
Hire it out
Not modelled
Worked example: a 10 x 8 ft floor (80 sq ft) in 12 x 12 in tile
| Item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| 87 tiles at $2.50 each | $220 |
| 2 bags of thinset | $50 |
| 1 bags of grout (25 lb) | $22 |
| 6 sheets of backer board, plus screws and tape | $110 |
| Total | $400 |
Assumptions
- Straight lay with 10% waste and 1/8 in joints
- Tile at $2.50 per tile, the calculator's default price
- Thinset at $25 a bag, grout at $22 per 25 lb, backer board at $14 a sheet
- Tile saw, trowels and mixing paddle not included; the calculator does not model a hired-out price for tile
What changes the price
- Tile price swings the total more than anything else. Enter your tile's price per tile, box or square foot in the calculator.
- Diagonal and herringbone layouts need more waste than a straight lay, and more cuts.
- An out-of-flat subfloor needs leveling compound before any tile goes down, which this estimate does not include.
Price your own project
Enter your measurements and local prices in the free tile calculator for a full materials list and cost.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to tile a floor yourself?
About $400 in materials for a 10 x 8 ft floor (80 sq ft) in 12 x 12 in tile. These are estimates from the tile calculator's default prices; enter your own sizes and prices there for your project.
Where do these numbers come from?
From the same math the tile calculator runs, fed its default inputs and unit prices. They are rough US averages, not quotes, and local prices vary.
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