6x24 Tile Pattern
The 6x24 running bond pattern lays a wide, plank-format 6"x24" tile with a 1/3 offset between rows instead of the traditional half-lap, following industry guidance to limit lippage on longer tile.
Last updated: 2026-07-05
6x24 Tile Pattern
Opuslay — tile layout worksheet- Room:
- 3 m × 2.5 m
- Units:
- Metric (cm / m²)
- Anchor:
- Left · Top
- Layout angle:
- Straight
- Tile colours:
- Single colour
Material breakdown
| Format | Qty / Pattern | Share | Qty / Room | Area / Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15x60 cm | 3 | 100.0% | 96 | 7.50 m² |
| Total | 3 | 100% | 96 | 7.50 m² |
What you'll need to buy
Tiles to buy
| 15x60 cm | 93 tiles | 8.37 m² |
Total 93 tiles · 8.37 m² (incl. 12% cuts & breakage)
Adhesive & grout
- Thin-set adhesive: ≈ 40.5 kg (2 × 50 lb bags) — recommended trowel: 12mm notch, large format
- Grout — the tile sets the joint width, not you:
- ≈ 2.9 kg (1 × 10 lb bag) — 3mm joint, rectified / tight-set tile
- ≈ 4.8 kg (1 × 25 lb bag) — 5mm joint, natural or non-rectified tile
Adhesive: allow a little over on an uneven substrate, or if you back-butter large tiles — both eat more than a flat bed.
Grout: the 25 lb bag is the usual size (10 lb for small jobs). Buy it in one go and stick to a single bag size: bags from different batches can dry to slightly different shades.
It's the tile that decides the joint, not the setter — dry-lay a section to find your width. Assumes 9.5mm tile depth; adjust for your product — thicker tiles need more.
Share & export
Save the 6x24 Tile Pattern layout to your moodboard, or send the link to your tiler — it reopens with your room dimensions.
About the 6x24 Tile Pattern
6x24 belongs to the broader family of "plank" wall tile — wide, elongated formats designed to mimic wood plank proportions — and like other tile longer than about 15 inches, it follows the ANSI A108.02 recommendation of a maximum 1/3 offset to reduce lippage.
It's frequently used on premium walk-in shower walls and feature walls, where its size reduces the number of tiles and grout lines needed to cover a large surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use a 1/3 offset for 6x24 tile instead of 50%?
At 24 inches long, a 50% offset increases the risk of visible lippage; ANSI A108.02 recommends capping offset at about 33% for tile longer than roughly 15 inches on a side, which is why 1/3 is standard for 6x24.
What is 6x24 tile typically used for?
It's a popular large-format plank tile for shower walls, feature walls, and sometimes flooring, chosen for its wide proportions and reduced grout-line count compared to smaller tile.
How much waste should I allow for a 6x24 running bond layout?
A standard 10% waste allowance is typical, with more allowance for showers or walls with multiple corners, niches, or a bench.
Is 6x24 tile the same as plank tile?
6x24 is one common size within the broader "plank tile" category, which covers various wide, elongated formats designed to mimic wood plank proportions.