Pricing Guide
Tiler Pricing Guide Australia 2026
How much do tilers charge in Australia? See typical prices for bathroom tiling, splashbacks, waterproofing, and more.
Below are typical prices Australian tilers charge for common services and materials. These prices are based on industry averages and include GST. Actual prices vary depending on location, complexity, access, and the specific products used.
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Materials & Equipment
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Ceramic Tiles Supply — Standard | per m² | $35 |
| Ceramic Tiles Supply — Premium | per m² | $65 |
| Porcelain Tiles Supply — Standard | per m² | $55 |
| Porcelain Tiles Supply — Premium | per m² | $110 |
| Natural Stone Tiles Supply | per m² | $130 |
| Tile Adhesive — Standard (per 20kg bag) | each | $35 |
| Tile Adhesive — Premium / Flexible (per 20kg bag) | each | $55 |
| Grout Supply — Standard (per 5kg bag) | each | $22 |
| Grout Supply — Epoxy (per 5kg) | each | $65 |
| Self-Levelling Compound (per 20kg bag) | each | $55 |
| Penny Round Tiles Supply | per m² | $75 |
| Subway Tiles Supply | per m² | $45 |
| Feature Tile Border / Listello | per metre | $35 |
| Underfloor Heating — Electric Mat per m2 | per m² | $120 |
| Threshold / Transition Strip | each | $45 |
| Tile Trim — Aluminium per m | per metre | $18 |
| Tile Trim — Stainless Steel per m | per metre | $35 |
| Cement Sheet Substrate Install per m2 | per m² | $45 |
| Shower Screen Channel / U-Channel Install | per metre | $45 |
| Tile Spacers & Consumables | per lot | $85 |
| Wet Area Drain — Linear/Strip (supply & install) | each | $350 |
| Stair Nosing — Tile | per metre | $35 |
| Timber-Look Plank Tiles Supply | per m² | $65 |
| Hexagon Tiles Supply | per m² | $75 |
| Waterproofing Membrane — Liquid (per m2) | per m² | $28 |
Labour & Installation
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Floor Tiling Labour | per m² | $65 |
| Wall Tiling Labour | per m² | $70 |
| Bathroom Tiling — Full (Floor & Walls) | per m² | $75 |
| Kitchen Splashback Tiling | per m² | $85 |
| Outdoor / Balcony Tiling | per m² | $80 |
| Pool Tiling | per m² | $120 |
| Tile Removal — Floor | per m² | $35 |
| Tile Removal — Wall | per m² | $30 |
| Large Format Tile Surcharge (600x600+) | per m² | $20 |
| Extra Large Format Surcharge (900x900+) | per m² | $35 |
| Mosaic Tiling Labour | per m² | $110 |
| Shower Niche — Tiled | each | $250 |
| Shower Hob / Step — Tiled | each | $220 |
| Floor Levelling / Screeding per m2 | per m² | $35 |
| Caulking / Silicone — Wet Areas | per metre | $18 |
| Tile Cutting — Complex Shapes | per hour | $85 |
| Re-grouting — Existing Tiles | per m² | $45 |
| Tiler Hourly Rate | per hour | $80 |
| Tiler Day Rate | per day | $600 |
| Tiling — Herringbone Pattern Surcharge | per m² | $25 |
| Tiling — Diagonal / Diamond Pattern Surcharge | per m² | $15 |
| Apprentice / Labourer Hourly | per hour | $50 |
| External Corner Tile Mitre | per metre | $45 |
| Tile Pattern Layout — Feature Wall | per m² | $95 |
| Bath Surround Tiling | each | $450 |
| Window Sill Tiling | per metre | $65 |
| Laundry Tiling — Floor & Splashback | per m² | $70 |
Services
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Waterproofing — Bathroom Floor & Walls | per m² | $55 |
| Waterproofing — Shower Only | each | $650 |
| Grout Sealing | per m² | $12 |
| Tile Repair / Replacement — Individual | each | $120 |
| Honing / Polishing Stone Tiles per m2 | per m² | $65 |
| Waste Removal — Tiles & Debris | each | $200 |
| Tiler Call-Out / Site Measure | each | $85 |
| Anti-Slip Treatment — Existing Tiles | per m² | $25 |
What Affects the Price?
- Location — metro areas tend to be cheaper due to competition; regional and remote areas cost more
- Complexity — straightforward replacements are cheaper than custom work or renovations
- Access — tight crawl spaces, multi-storey buildings, and difficult access add to labour costs
- Materials — premium brands and products cost more than standard options
- Urgency — after-hours and emergency call-outs typically cost 50-100% more
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