During the renovation process, many are faced with the need not only to choose the right tiles, but also to choose a method for laying them out. In addition, it is necessary to determine the cost of the material and its quantity. This takes a lot of time. In addition, thinking through the design of a bathroom, kitchen or toilet is not so easy. Is it possible to make the process easier? At the moment, there is more than one program for laying out tiles. Such software allows you to create a project in 3D mode and visually evaluate the finished interior. In addition, many applications make it possible to calculate all costs, as well as simulate various layout methods. Here is a list of the most popular software.
Program "Tile 6.0"
This is the most popular application. It was developed by the organization Studio Compass LLC. This program is useful not only for those who professionally engage in finishing work, but also for ordinary users who have planned renovations. Using such an application, you can not only select the color and method of laying out the tiles, but carry out all the necessary calculations, as well as calculate the required number of tiles for the floor or walls in the bathroom, toilet or kitchen.
The program "Tile 6.0" has a simple and intuitive interface. If necessary, you can create a three-dimensional image. To do this, you should indicate the actual dimensions of the room, the location of niches, windows, doors and plumbing. The application allows you to choose a shade for the tile, taking into account the lighting. The finished result can be saved and printed. This will greatly facilitate the work in the process of laying tiles. In addition, the software allows you to print invoices and delivery notes. These functions will be relevant for employees of specialized stores.
Tile 7.09
The program for laying out tiles “Tile 7.09” has been developed and will be useful not only for people professionally involved in finishing work, employees of specialized stores, but also for all other users undertaking renovations. With its help, you can make an accurate calculation of the tile consumption for the bathroom, toilet and any other room that you plan to tile.
A simple and understandable program will allow you to create a three-dimensional image, taking into account the actual size of the room, the location of doors, niches, and plumbing. "Tile 6.0" will help you choose a color scheme for the tiles, taking into account the required lighting, and design the layout of the tiles offset at any angle. The resulting result can be printed and used during the installation process as a visual guide. The program also allows you to print delivery notes and invoices, which is very useful for employees of specialized stores that sell finishing materials.
This program is available on the developer's website https://www.tile3d.com/ru/demo/ in a trial demo version. It can also be purchased for a small amount - 980 rubles / month. A good simple program with one significant drawback. In the free demo version, the user's hands are literally tied; the resulting project cannot be saved, it is impossible to add new textures to the directory, and some subdirectories are not displayed. But if you purchase a licensed version, the program’s capabilities will be much wider.
Is the program free?
The "Tile 6.0" program is available to all users, but only in a trial version. This is quite normal software. The full version of the application can only be purchased by paying. The cost of the software is more than 2 thousand rubles.
It is worth considering that the demo version has a significant drawback. The user does not have the opportunity to save the finished project, or add new textures to the resource catalog. Additionally, the trial version does not display certain directories. The possibilities expand significantly after purchasing a licensed program.
Application "Arculator 7.01"
This tile layout program was developed (Ukraine). The software is intended for calculating internal work related to surface cladding. In professional circles, the Arculator 7.01 application is very popular. After all, the graphic editor allows you not only to calculate the consumption of tiles, but also the required number of decorative panels, wallpaper, linoleum, laminate and other coatings.
The tile layout program "Arculator 7.01" will not be able to amaze users with a realistic effect. However, the application has an undoubted advantage - the accuracy and accuracy of the calculations made. This is what makes the program so popular. In addition, the software is compatible with many operating systems and takes up little space on your hard drive: approximately 930 kb. The application interface will be clear even to beginners.
Software "Compass 3D V12"
The tile layout program "Compass 3D V12" is a free application that has limited functionality. This software was developed for three-dimensional modeling of any specification, as well as parts of a certain complexity. In addition to the main functions, the Compass 3D V12 program allows you to select tile layout options. There are already ready-made diagrams that take into account not only the size of the premises, but also the parameters of the tile itself.
Of course, the free version of the application is significantly reduced in functionality. However, it is quite enough to familiarize yourself with the main stages of the software and think about purchasing a license. It is worth noting that the free use of the program is not limited in time. The Compass 3D V12 application will be useful not only for professional designers, but also for those who simply want to create an original interior in the bathroom, toilet or kitchen. However, such software will be a little difficult for beginners to master the first time. On your hard drive, such a program for laying out tiles takes up only 320 MB. The application requires a small amount of RAM to operate.
Features of the program
The software allows you to make a picture in 3D mode. At the same time, the user has the opportunity to control the color scheme, shadow intensity and lighting levels. The PRO100 app is more than just a supporting tool. The software has a fairly wide range of capabilities. Not only a professional designer, but also an ordinary user can create their own project.
It is worth noting that a similar tile layout program is provided for free, and if necessary, you can find and download libraries of ready-made textures and tools. But the most important advantage of the application is the ability to calculate all repair costs at any stage of project creation, taking into account not only finishing materials, but also furniture.
Domus 3D modeling software
Domus 3D is a professional program with extensive visualization and calculation capabilities. In order to build your project, you will need to order the trial version of the program and download the tile library. Some manufacturers, such as Iris Ceramica, make such libraries publicly available, others, such as Kerama Marazzi, make them available upon request.
Pros:
- clear result
- wide possibilities for calculating the number of tiles.
Minuses:
- high system requirements,
- Skills in working in 3D graphic editors are required.
In the photo: an example of a layout and visualization developed in Domus 3D .
Application VIsoft Premium v.2007
VIsoft Premium v.2007 is a program that allows you not only to create a project, but also to visually evaluate the advantages of a particular tile. The software makes it possible to create a three-dimensional image. For normal operation of the application, you must set all the parameters of the room, indicating the perimeter of the walls and the height of the ceiling. After this, you can choose the ceramic tile option. Using the application, you can calculate several tile layout schemes at once. At the same time, the finished project can be viewed from any viewing angle.
The VIsoft Premium v.2007 program gives the user the opportunity to choose a not the most expensive option for finishing walls, ceilings and floors, print it and give it to the person who will purchase and lay the tiles. It is worth noting that the software was released in Russian and has a simple interface. The application can be used not only by a professional, but also by an ordinary user who does not have special skills.
Calculation steps without a calculator
- Measure the length of each wall and the height of the ceiling. If the bathroom screen will be covered, we also calculate its dimensions.
- Calculate the total area of the cladding, excluding the door, window, bathtub (if it is already installed).
- Find out the dimensions of the tiles that will be laid and calculate the area of 1 piece.
- Divide the total area of the cladding by the area of one tile.
- Take into account decor and borders separately, and subtract them from the main area. Remember that the decor cannot be cut, so it can only be placed in spots or can only be used to replace entire tiles without trimming. The curb is usually not used, since it makes almost no sense, and it greatly increases the cost of repairs. Its main purpose is to avoid narrow cuts near the ceiling, but with the advent of tension and hanging structures, this has lost its meaning.
- For complex designs where several colors of cladding are used, it is better to calculate the number of tiles for the bathroom according to the sketch. It can be drawn either by hand or in special programs (for example, in the 3D editor SketchUp).
- To the result obtained, add a margin of 10% for joining and trimming, in case of defects. It’s better to take a little more, especially since almost every normal store will issue refunds within several months without any problems if you have a receipt and unopened packaging.
Seam width
The width of the seams can be from 1 to 10 mm depending on the type, geometry and size of the tile, but most often it is 2 mm.
The dimensions of the seams can be ignored if the layout is done correctly. I will show this using the example of a wall 150 cm long and tiles 40 cm long.
- We measure the length of the wall (150 cm).
- We calculate how many cm can be covered with whole tiles without trimming (40 cm * 3 = 120 cm).
- We subtract one whole tile (120–40 = 80 cm), and subtract this size from the length of the wall (150–80 = 70 cm). We divide into 2 parts, since there will be 2 identical trims along the edges (70 / 2 = 35 cm).
- We start laying from the center. We lay 2 whole tiles (80 cm) and 2 trims (35 cm each) along the edges. Total - exactly 150 cm, the cuts turned out to be uniform and the length of more than half the tile. In fact, they will be a little smaller due to the seams, but this does not matter, although they will be 1 cm.
- Keep in mind that only whole tiles should fit onto a hidden plumbing hatch, so this layout method is not always suitable for walls with hidden hatches.
Advantages of VIsoft Premium v.2007
The most difficult part of a renovation is laying out the tiles in the bathroom. The program allows you to create a project and choose a color scheme for free. Among the advantages of VIsoft Premium v.2007 it is worth highlighting:
- An extensive application library containing a collection of tiles, including products from more than 340 manufacturers.
- Clear and fairly simple interface.
- The ability to visually evaluate the project in 3D mode.
- Such software is suitable not only for creating complex projects by professionals, but also for home use.
Each application has its own advantages. But many of them have the main advantage - the ability to calculate all costs, as well as choose the appropriate layout and color scheme.
Calculator
We would also like to say a few words about special calculators for calculating tiles. The calculation calculator is another designer of bathroom tiles. They were developed to simplify calculations for construction companies. The calculation is as follows: measure the area of the room, divide the result by the area of the tile. The result obtained from such calculations is presented in meters.
In this article, we introduced you to various ways to calculate the required amount of tiles, the most optimal of which is a program for laying tiles in the bathroom.
