When working with mosaic tiles, there is often cutting loss. This is the part of the tile that is lost when cutting the tiles to size for the outer edges of the surface to be covered.

Processing cutting loss

In the world of mosaic tiles, it is usually assumed that there is about a 5% cutting loss during the process. This means that if you want to lay 100 square meters of mosaic tiles, for example, you will actually need 105 square meters of tiles to completely cover the intended area. This is because you will lose about 5% of the tiles when cutting them to size.

To calculate the number of square meters needed, multiply the area you want to cover by 0.05. This will give you the number of square meters you will lose due to cutting loss.

Dealing with cutting loss

It is convenient to purchase enough tiles to not only cover the intended area, but also to account for this cutting loss. It is always wise to purchase slightly more tiles than strictly necessary because otherwise you run the risk of having to purchase the same mosaic tiles for a second time, which can result in color differences due to different shades.

Although many suppliers already include the cutting loss in the amount of tiles sold per box, it is advisable to check this when placing your order. By purchasing enough tiles, you will be well prepared to successfully complete your mosaic project.