How Much Does It Cost to Install Tile in a 8x18 Room?
Updated July 2026 · Pricing data from Floormath's flooring cost model
For a 8×18 space (144 sq ft), expect a total installed price between $1,014 and $5,542 for tile flooring. A solid mid-range product with professional installation typically totals about $2,706.
Cost by tile product tier for a 8x18 room
| Product tier | Material | Installed range | Typical total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Ceramic Tile | $3.49/sf | $1,014–$1,899 | $1,417 |
| Standard Porcelain Tile | $4.99/sf | $1,381–$2,374 | $1,798 |
| Wood-Look Porcelain Plank | $5.49/sf | $1,525–$2,612 | $1,950 |
| Large-Format Porcelain | $7.99/sf | $2,086–$3,642 | $2,706 |
| Travertine / Slate Tile | $7.99/sf | $1,957–$3,325 | $2,562 |
| Mosaic Tile | $9.99/sf | $2,763–$5,226 | $3,598 |
| Marble Tile — Luxury | $14.99/sf | $3,138–$5,542 | $4,102 |
Totals include 10% material waste and professional installation.
Where the money goes at 144 sq ft
Three inputs set your total. Tier ($1.49 to $22.99/sf material across the lineup) is the lever you control. Labor — around $1,440 for a mid-range install in this room — is set by your local market. And waste: installers order 10% over, which these numbers already include, so the table above is the check-out price, not a teaser.
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Does the price include installation?
Yes — every figure on this page includes materials with 10% waste plus professional installation labor at national-average rates. Old floor removal, subfloor repair, and stairs are extra.
How much does old floor removal add for this room?
Demolition and haul-away typically run $0.60–$1.50/sf — about $86–$216 for a 8x18 room, depending on what's coming out and local disposal fees.
How many square feet is a 8x18 room?
A 8x18 room is 144 square feet (8 × 18 = 144). Flooring installers order about 10% extra for cuts and waste, so plan on purchasing roughly 158 sq ft of material.