How much does tiling cost in Ireland?
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Key takeaways
- Most tiling jobs in Ireland land between €250–€5,000 — known locally as tiling.
- Tiling is unregulated in Ireland; good practice follows British/European standards including tanking wet areas. For bathroom renovations, the tiler is often subcontracted — confirm who owns the waterproofing warranty.
- Prices below are researched national ranges, updated July 2026 — not quotes.
Tiling prices by job size in Ireland
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen splashback Tile a standard splashback (~3 m²), tiles excluded | €250 | €400 | €700 |
| Bathroom floor Prep and tile an average bathroom floor | €400 | €700 | €1,200 |
| Full bathroom retile Strip, tank and retile floor plus shower walls | €1,800 | €3,000 | €5,000 |
Per-unit rates
| Unit | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| per m² (labour) | €35 | €50 | €75 |
| per day | €220 | €300 | €400 |
What affects the price
- Job size and scope — bigger or more complex jobs move you up the ranges above.
- Access and condition — hard-to-reach areas, older properties or neglected maintenance add labour time.
- Materials and quality level — where materials are involved, the grade you choose often matters more than labour.
- Urgency — same-day or out-of-hours work usually carries a premium.
- Where you live — large metros in Ireland typically run above the national range; smaller towns below it.
How to save
- Get at least three quotes and compare like-for-like scopes, not just totals.
- Be flexible on timing — off-peak slots are often cheaper.
- Bundle related tasks into one visit to spread call-out costs.
- Agree the scope in writing up front to avoid change-order surprises.
How to hire a tiling pro in Ireland
- Check reviews and photos of grout lines and wet-room junctions
- Confirm tanking of showers/wet zones is included
- Ask for public liability insurance
- Get a per-m² written quote with prep, adhesive, grout and trims itemized
- Agree old tile removal and disposal separately
- Order 10-15% extra tiles from one batch
Red flags
- No tanking in a shower quote
- Tiling over old tiles without tapping for hollow spots
- Verbal-only pricing
- No insurance
- Excludes trims and silicone to look cheap
How Handld researches prices
These are researched estimates, not quotes and not our transaction data. We compile ranges from published sources — national statistics, trade bodies and incumbent cost guides — normalise them to EUR, and adjust city pages by a population-based cost tier. Last updated July 2026. Basis: Onlinetradesmen.ie tiling estimates; Irish bathroom renovation quotes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does tiling a bathroom take?
A full bathroom (floor plus walls) typically takes 3-5 days: prep and waterproofing first, then setting, then grouting after the adhesive cures. Add days if old tiles must come off or the substrate needs levelling. Rushing cure times is the classic cause of cracked grout later.
Should I buy the tiles or does the tiler supply them?
Either works, but you usually choose and buy tiles yourself and the tiler supplies adhesive, grout and trims. Order 10-15% extra for cuts and breakage (more for patterns and large formats) and keep leftovers for future repairs. Have tiles on site before the tiler starts.
Why are my new tiles cracking or coming loose?
Almost always substrate or installation, not the tile: movement in the floor, missing expansion joints, adhesive coverage too thin (spot-dabbing), or tiling over a drummy layer. Cracked single tiles from impact are replaceable if you kept spares — always keep a box.
What is included in a tiling quote?
Confirm five things: substrate prep (levelling, boards), waterproofing in wet areas, adhesive and grout type, cuts and trims (edge profiles), and silicone to finish. Tiles themselves are usually excluded, and removing old tiles is a separate line that can rival the laying cost.
How much does it cost to remove old tiles?
Removal is priced per square metre and depends on what's underneath: tiles on board come off fast, tiles on thick sand-cement beds are slow, noisy demolition work. Budget for substrate repairs after removal — you rarely know the wall or floor condition until tiles are off.
Can you tile over existing tiles?
Sometimes — if the old tiles are solidly bonded and the extra height works at doors and fittings, tiling over is legitimate and avoids messy removal. It fails when old tiles are drummy (hollow-sounding) or the wall can't take the weight. A good tiler taps and checks before promising either way.
How much does tiling cost?
Tilers price labour per square metre (or square foot), with tiles, adhesive, grout and prep on top. Small-format ceramic on a flat floor is the base rate; large-format porcelain, natural stone, mosaics, herringbone patterns and wall work all cost more per unit because they are slower and less forgiving.
What does tiling cost per m² in Ireland?
Labour typically runs €35-60 per m², with Dublin at the higher end. A full bathroom retile including tanking commonly lands €1,800-4,000 before tiles.
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