Pricing intelligence

Tiling Cost in Melbourne

Floor and wall tiling, waterproofing, tile repairs. Melbourne runs 8% below the national median.

Observed range

$368–$5,060

Median $2,714

Early confidence
$368$5,060
Low endMedian $2,714High end

Based on

Melbourne marketStandardised scope
Last reviewed by Delah

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By job type

Tiling prices by job type in Melbourne

Different jobs sit at very different price points. Here is what each typically costs in Melbourne.

Floor tiles (standard)

$37–$64/sqm

Floor tiles (large format)

$55–$92/sqm

Wall tiles (bathroom)

$46–$83/sqm

Tile repair (few tiles)

$184–$736

Add-ons

Common tiling add-ons

These sit outside the base range. Get them itemised in your quote.

Waterproofing$50–80/sqm
Tile removal$30–50/sqm
Grout sealing$10–15/sqm
Tile supply$20–200/sqm

Typically included

  • Laying tiles
  • Adhesive and grout
  • Basic cuts
  • Clean-up

Usually charged extra

  • +Tile supply
  • +Waterproofing
  • +Tile removal
  • +Complex patterns
  • +Levelling compound

How we calculated this: The Melbourne range is derived from the national tiling observed range ($400–$5,500), scope-normalised across submissions, then adjusted by Melbourne's cost-of-service multiplier (0.92×). Full methodology →

Price drivers

What drives tiling price in Melbourne

Large format tiles

Pattern layouts (herringbone)

Waterproofing required

Tile removal needed

Difficult substrate

Avoid these

Common tiling quote mistakes

Comparing repair quotes without scope

$450 vs $1,800 for 4 tiles – the expensive one likely includes waterproofing and matching grout. Ask what is included.

Buying tiles yourself without measuring waste

Allow 10-15% extra for cuts and breakage.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does tiling cost in Melbourne?+
Tiling in Melbourne typically ranges from $368 to $5,060, with a median around $2,714. Final pricing depends on scope, access, urgency, and any add-ons.
Why are quotes so different for the same job?+
Scope differences. One includes waterproofing and tile supply, another is labour-only with your tiles.
How long does tiling take?+
Bathroom floor: 1-2 days. Full bathroom: 3-5 days. Kitchen splashback: 1 day.

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