How Much Grout for 200 sq ft of 18x18 Tile?
Grouting 200 sq ft of 18-inch porcelain tile with 3/16-inch joints requires approximately 5–7 lbs of sanded grout.
How to use this tool
- Enter the total tile area in square feet.
- Enter tile size (average side length in inches) and grout joint width.
- Enter the tile thickness in inches.
- The result shows how many pounds of grout to purchase.
Estimate the grout quantity needed for a large 200 square foot floor tiled with 18×18 inch large-format porcelain tiles.
Frequently asked questions
- How much grout do I need per square foot?
- Grout quantity depends on tile size, joint width, and tile thickness. As a rough guide, 12×12 tiles with 1/4-inch joints need about 1.1–1.3 lbs of grout per square foot.
- What type of grout should I use?
- Use sanded grout for joints wider than 1/8 inch. Use unsanded (non-sanded) grout for joints 1/8 inch or narrower. Epoxy grout is available for both.