300x600 mm Tiles (1x2 ft): Uses, Coverage and Tips

300x600 mm is the size many people now pick for a cleaner, more modern bathroom wall. Fewer joints than 300x450, still easy for a tiler to handle, and available in both wall and floor versions depending on the series.

Size in feet and where it is used

300 x 600 mm is about 1 x 2 ft. You will usually see it on:

• Bathroom walls, laid vertically or horizontally
• Kitchen walls and backsplashes
• Outdoor elevation walls, in stone-look or textured versions
• Small floors such as bathrooms and balconies, when the tile is made for floors

Coverage per tile

The working: 300 x 600 = 180,000 sq mm, divided by 92,903 sq mm per sq ft, gives 1.94 sq ft. Add 5 to 10 percent for cuts, a bit more for brick bond or herringbone layouts. Try our tile calculator with your room size.

Box quantities differ between manufacturers, so we do not list them. Check the label or ask us.

Tile types you usually find in this size

• Glossy and matt wall tiles, often in series with a highlighter
• Matt and anti-skid floor versions for bathrooms
• Elevation tiles with stone, brick or wood textures
• Subway-style and linear designs in some ranges

Laying and handling tips

• Long rectangular tiles can have a slight bow. For brick bond, keep the offset to about one-third rather than half to avoid uneven edges (lippage).
• Tile adhesive gives a more even bed than thick cement mortar for this size. See adhesive vs cement mortar.
• On walls, plan the layout so cut pieces land in less visible corners, not at the door side.
• Use levelling clips if your tiler has them, especially for glossy tiles where any step between tiles shows.

Picking tiles for walls or a small floor?

Bring your wall and floor measurements and tell us whether it is for a wet area or outdoors. Call ahead to check current 300x600 designs.