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Marble Calculator Online โ€” Tiles, Slabs & Square Footage

Get tile or slab count, total square footage and a waste-adjusted order quantity for marble floors, walls and countertops. Enter the area and tile / slab dimensions for instant results.

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Total Area (sq ft)
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Slab Area (sq ft)
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Slabs Needed (with waste)
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Lots / Bundles Needed
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Estimated Weight
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How the Marble Calculator Works

This marble calculator computes total area (length ร— width in square feet), then divides by the area of a single slab or tile converted from inches to feet. A waste factor โ€” typically 10% for straight cuts, 15โ€“20% for diagonal or herringbone patterns โ€” is applied and the result rounded up to whole slabs. Dividing by lot size gives the number of bundles to order. Estimated weight uses a typical marble density of ~18 lbs per square foot (8.16 kg/sq ft), useful for checking structural load limits. Always order at least one extra slab from the same batch to ensure colour and veining consistency.

Marble Waste Factor Guide

Straight-lay floor or wall: add 10%. Diagonal or 45ยฐ offset pattern: add 15%. Herringbone or chevron: add 20%. Complex countertops with cutouts: add 20โ€“25%. For natural stone, always match dye lots โ€” buying extra upfront is far cheaper than ordering from a new quarry run that won't match.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate how much marble I need?
Measure the length and width of the area in feet, multiply to get square footage, divide by the area of one slab or tile, then add 10โ€“20% for waste. Our calculator does all of this automatically.
How many marble tiles do I need for a 10ร—10 room?
A 10ร—10 room is 100 sq ft. With 12ร—24 inch tiles (2 sq ft each) and 10% waste, you need about 55 tiles. Use our calculator above for any size combination.
What is a standard marble slab size?
Most marble slabs come in 120ร—60 inch (10ร—5 ft) or 126ร—63 inch sizes. Marble tiles are commonly 12ร—12, 12ร—24, or 18ร—18 inches. Enter your specific dimensions in the calculator.
How heavy is marble per square foot?
Marble weighs approximately 13โ€“20 lbs per square foot (6โ€“9 kg/sq ft) depending on thickness. A standard 3/4 inch slab is around 18 lbs/sq ft. Our calculator estimates total weight to help with structural planning.
How much waste should I add for marble?
Add 10% for straight-lay patterns, 15% for diagonal cuts, and 20% or more for herringbone or countertops with cutouts. Natural stone is particularly unforgiving โ€” extra material from the same dye lot is essential for repairs.
How do I calculate marble for a countertop?
Measure countertop length and depth in feet, multiply for square footage, then add 20โ€“25% for cutouts (sink, cooktop) and edge finishing waste. Countertop slabs are usually sold as full slabs โ€” check if your area fits in one slab to avoid seams.