When laying tiles or flooring, some degree of waste is unavoidable. According to Huang Xiangling, this happens because the dimensions of a room don’t always match the size of the tiles. As a result, cutting is necessary, and the leftover pieces often end up being discarded. Industry reports suggest that the overall loss rate for ceramic tiles typically ranges between 5% and 10%. "Homeowners should first understand and accept this as a normal part of the construction process," Huang explained.
This kind of normal wear and tear occurs due to several factors. For instance, if a room is 3.65 meters wide, 600x600 mm tiles would fit perfectly, but if the room is 4 meters wide, you’ll need to cut off the remaining 20 cm, leading to waste. The larger the tile size, the more significant the loss tends to be. Tiles like 800x800 mm or 1200x1200 mm may result in losses exceeding 10%, especially when they are cut into smaller pieces.
According to national standards, ceramic tiles can have slight variations in color, thickness, and squareness. Even within a batch of qualified tiles, some might not meet quality requirements. This means that homeowners might receive a few defective tiles, which can add to the overall loss during installation. Additionally, human error during cutting and placement can also contribute to normal wastage—typically, losing two out of every 100 tiles is considered acceptable.
Wang Qingqiang added that floor tile losses usually amount to about 5%, but this can vary depending on the house's layout. If the space has many corners, curves, or irregular shapes, the loss rate increases. Smaller rooms tend to have higher waste percentages, while larger, more square-shaped spaces with matching tile sizes experience less loss. The skill level of the workers also plays a role; experienced professionals are more likely to plan carefully and minimize waste.
However, there are also abnormal losses that occur due to poor practices. Experts point out that improper purchasing or installation can lead to excessive waste. For example, low-quality tiles are more prone to breaking during installation, increasing the loss. If a customer is unhappy with color differences, workers might intentionally remove tiles that don't match, even if they're still usable. In such cases, the loss becomes more severe. During the actual tiling process, accidental breakages or careless handling by unskilled workers can also cause unnecessary waste. If more than two tiles are broken out of 100, it's considered a serious issue.
In some cases, workers may even intentionally waste materials, using improper techniques to create more scrap. To avoid these issues, experts recommend a comprehensive approach to managing tile and floor loss throughout the entire project.
Consumers should ensure they purchase high-quality, certified tiles and clearly agree with the seller on replacement, return, or compensation policies. It’s also wise to choose tile sizes that suit the room—larger tiles can lead to greater waste. For a typical 10-30 square meter room, 600x600 mm tiles are often a practical choice.
Supervising the work is crucial. If workers are seen discarding tiles unnecessarily, homeowners should question them immediately to prevent waste. For flooring, accurate measurement of the room is essential before purchase. If the area is 20.5 square meters, buying an extra 5% (about 21.5 square meters) is advisable. If there's unexpected excess, ask for an explanation. Homeowners should also inspect the flooring upon delivery, checking the number of planks per package and measuring individual pieces to ensure they meet standard sizes.
Additionally, monitoring the installation process helps. Ask workers to explain where and why cuts are made. Preventing poor cutting practices and keeping track of how many tiles or planks were bought versus used can help control the waste rate effectively.Plasma Consumables Compatible for Thermal Dynamics
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