Shower Tile Calculator & Material Planner
Three shower walls, floor tile, waterproofing, mortar and drain.
Project estimate
Shower Tile Planner
$1,265–$1,455
Material estimate + optional reserve · USD
- Tiled walls
- 94 ft²
- Shower floor
- 15 ft²
- Working time allowance
- 1.26 days
20.17 person-hours / 2 people / 8 h per day. Provisional activity rates; adjust in advanced options.
Excludes labor, tax, delivery, equipment rental, permits and site work. Sample prices are not live retailer quotes. Upper budget includes 15% contingency.
Cost breakdown
- Tile
- $665
- Waterproofing
- $300
- Mortar
- $150
- Drain
- $150
Shopping list
0 / 6 checkedWhole packages rounded up. Edit a unit price to use your supplier's quote.
Tile
Wall tile boxes
11 boxes
$495$45 per boxes
Floor mosaic (1 sq ft)
17 sheets
$170$10 per sheets
Waterproofing
Waterproofing membrane
120 ft²
$300$3 per ft²
Mortar
Floor mortar
5 bags
$75$15 per bags
Thinset (50 sq ft)
3 bags
$75$25 per bags
Drain
Drain / waterproof transition kit
1 kit
$150$150 per kit
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Assumptions & project notes
- Material allowance: 10%. Package sizes and coverage rates are editable in the inputs.
- Three walls and one open face. Substrate, slope, flood testing and drain compatibility must follow the selected waterproofing system.
- Check final dimensions, product specifications and any required local approvals before ordering.
Tools & preparation
- Tape measure, straightedge and level
- Marking and layout tools
- Suitable cutting and fastening tools
- Product-specific preparation and finishing tools
A preparation list; confirm installation tools with your selected products.
How to use the shower tile planner
Start with length, width, height. The result includes tiled walls, shower floor. Open advanced options to match your product sizes, material allowance and labor expectations.
1. Measure and specify
Measure each room or surface and identify openings, edges, fixtures and transitions.
2. Adjust the estimate
Check package coverage, material orientation, pattern alignment and substrate requirements.
3. Prepare your order
Review full-piece cuts and matching accessories; order from consistent product batches where needed.
4. Plan the work
Prepare the surface and follow the product installation and finishing sequence, including drying or curing periods.
Frequently asked questions
What does the shower tile planner estimate?+
Three shower walls, floor tile, waterproofing, mortar and drain. The shopping list includes wall tile boxes, floor mosaic (1 sq ft), waterproofing membrane, floor mortar, thinset (50 sq ft), drain / waterproof transition kit.
Which assumptions should I check?+
Three walls and one open face. Substrate, slope, flood testing and drain compatibility must follow the selected waterproofing system.
Are the prices current supplier quotes?+
No. Initial unit prices are illustrative USD budgeting inputs. Enter a price beside each material to use your own quote. The total includes materials only; labor, shipping, taxes, permits and rental are excluded.
Can I save or share my project?+
Save stores the inputs and prices on this browser. Share link includes the configuration in the address so another device can reopen it. Download CSV exports the shopping list, and Print / PDF opens your browser’s print dialog.