Price of tiles and installation

How much does a tiler cost per m2 and what is the price of tiles in Australia? Tile prices typically range between $20 to $160 per square metre, depending on the tile type, whether it’s for the floor or walls and the area size. You will also need to factor in the tiler cost, which can range anywhere between $45 and $150 per square metre.

Whether you want tiling for your front porch, floor tiles for bedroom areas, or bathroom, laundry or kitchen floor tiles, an experienced tiler can help you achieve the look you want for your home.

In this tiling cost guide, we explore:

• Wall and floor tile prices
• The cost of tiling per m2
• The cost of tile installation,
• What affects tiling prices, and
• How to get tiling quotes and hire a tiler for your job.

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How much do tilers cost per hour?

So, how much does a tiler cost?

Tiler prices usually range between $45 and $150 per square metre. Typically, a tiler will charge by project or per square metre. When they charge by the job or project, they generally calculate the price off their hourly rates. Their hourly rate usually depends on their experience and location.

Cost for tiling per square metre

Many tilers actually charge the cost of tiling per square metre. The cost of tiler per m2 is often quoted between $45 and $150 per square meter, with $60 per m2 being the average cost to lay bathroom tiles. You will still need to factor in the price of tiles on top of the tiler cost per m2.

When looking for tilers online and the cost to lay tiles, be sure to ask whether they charge labour per square metre, per hour or as a project rate.

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Types of tile flooring

How much does tile cost? The price you pay will depend on the type of tiles but typically ranges between as little as $20 per m2 and as much as $140 per m2. There are a number of types of tiles for floor areas that you can choose from, such as a basic ceramic tile floor, high quality porcelain tiles or natural stone tiles.

Tilers typically charge for the cost of tiles per square metre. When thinking about floor tile prices, you also need to factor in the cost of laying tiles. Here’s a list for the cost of floor tiles by type:

Ceramic floor tiles cost per square metre

Ceramic tile floors are resistant to stains, easy to clean and an affordable flooring option. Readily found in local hardware shops, ceramic tile flooring comes in a range of colours and patterns, making it a popular choice on the market. Ceramic floor tiling prices range from $35 to $50 per square metre, depending on the style you choose.

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High quality porcelain tile flooring cost

While porcelain tiles are more expensive than ceramic, due to the fact that they’re made from clay, they’re easier to cut than ceramic. They also come in a large range of floor tile colours and styles. Porcelain floor tile is between $50 and $100 per square metre.

High quality natural stone tiles cost

The most common natural stone flooring materials are marble and granite. These sophisticated looking tiles can be much trickier to install and need specialised tools for laying them, so installation costs tend to be higher. You can expect to pay anywhere between $80 and $140 per square metre for high quality natural stone tiles.

Price for other types of tiles for floors

• Vinyl tiles: $25 per square metre, plus cost of tile installation
• Linoleum tiles: $30 plus per square metre, plus cost to install tiles
• Asphalt tiles: $60 per square metre, plus the cost to tile floor

Types of tile for walls

Wall tiles cost between $20 to $160 per square metre, depending on the type of tile material. The prices of tiles for walls are as follows:

• Ceramic wall tiles for bathroom or kitchen: $20 to $30 per square metre
• Porcelain wall tiles: approx. $70 per square metre
• Ceramic subway tiles: approx. $85 per square metre
• Artisan manufactured ceramic wall tiles: $160 per square metre for 200mm x 200mm size

Mosaic tile prices

Mosaic tiles are commonly used in bathrooms, kitchens and laundries. They add colour and texture to a room and can be designed in patterns. For mosaic tiles for walls or floors, you can expect to pay $45 for an interlocking mosaic sheet or $35 for a pebble effect sheet.

If you choose to use mosaic tiles for floors, ensure you choose a durable option that can stand regular wear and tear.

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Factors that affect tile installation cost

Whether you need kitchen or bathroom tiling for floors or walls, alfresco tiling such as a tiled veranda or porch area, the total tiling price to hire a professional tiler will depend on the scope of the job.

These are the four main factors that will affect your tile installation cost:

• Type of tiling job, including the size of the area and design choice
• Tile cost per m2 for your choice of tiles
• Tiling labour costs and how long the job takes
• Whether you need tile removal for existing tiles

If you opt for basic tile choices, your project will be a lot cheaper. For decorative elements, patterns and premium tiles, your tiling job will be much more expensive and time-consuming. The average tiling job usually takes between three to five days to complete, depending how many tilers are on the job. A basic tiled bedroom floor may take as little as one to three days.

You can save money asking for a payment agreement for the entire job rather than an hourly tiler rate, which could blowout, particularly for more intricate jobs.

Getting quotes and hiring a tiler

Still wondering how much does a tiler cost? If you want to get an accurate tiling cost per square metre for your area, get in touch with local tilers. With Yellow Pages you can compare multiple free quotes from professional tilers near you. Compare tiler prices and shop around for an experienced tiler with a solid reputation.

When asking for quotes, check that the costs include the price for tiles, sealing, waterproofing if required, and polishing of the tiles. If you need old tiles removed or surface preparation, ensure you include these details to get an accurate quote.

When hiring a tiler, make sure you have someone licensed and qualified for the job who is insured to work in your home. Ask them for references and past examples of their work, and find out how long they expect the job to take to complete.

Remember that an experienced tiler can work a lot faster so even if their hourly rate is high, they may work out to be cheaper than a less experienced tiler. Hiring quality tilers will ensure the best results for your home.

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*All costs and prices quoted were sourced at the time this tiling cost guide was written and should only be used as an estimate.