Short answer: interlocking carpet tiles are 30 x 30 cm (11.8 in) squares that snap together. Count the floor in square feet, divide by 1, and buy that many tiles, since one tile covers about 1 sq ft (0.09 sq m).
What are interlocking carpet tiles?
They are small floor squares with edges that lock together like puzzle pieces, so you cover any area without glue. We sell two kinds.
- Interlocking Puzzle Rug Tiles: a cotton-polyester velvet top on a 1 cm EVA foam base. Nine two-tone color pairs and sets of 4, 8, 10, 12, 16 or 20 tiles.
- Washable Interlocking Carpet Tiles, Set of 12: a polyester top with a PVC backing, in black, coffee, gray or light camel. They can be cut to fit.
How many tiles do you need?
Each tile is 11.8 x 11.8 in (30 x 30 cm), so it covers 0.09 sq m, about 0.97 sq ft. Coverage for the set sizes:
| Tiles | Coverage |
|---|---|
| 4 | 0.36 sq m (3.9 sq ft) |
| 8 | 0.72 sq m (7.8 sq ft) |
| 12 | 1.08 sq m (11.6 sq ft) |
| 16 | 1.44 sq m (15.5 sq ft) |
| 20 | 1.80 sq m (19.4 sq ft) |
Measure the floor, then buy a few extra tiles for cutting at the edges. The set of 12 can be cut with scissors or a knife to fit around a corner.
Where do carpet tiles work?
- Basement or playroom floor: the foam base adds cushion over a hard floor. Lay the puzzle tiles on a dry surface. They are not for bathrooms.
- Bedside: a few tiles make a soft spot for your feet.
- Under a desk: tiles in a neutral color stay out of the way.
How do you clean them?
Vacuum the puzzle tiles or wash them by hand. The set of 12 is hand wash only. Because the tiles come apart, you can lift out the one that gets dirty.
FAQ
Can I cut interlocking carpet tiles?
The set of 12 is made to be cut to fit.
Are they washable?
Both are hand wash. The puzzle tiles can also be vacuumed.
What size is one tile?
11.8 x 11.8 in (30 x 30 cm).
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