Tilers in Adelaide 2026, Bathroom Tiling, Floor Tiling, Heritage Tessellated Tile Restoration, and How to Find a Tiler Near You
Adelaide tiling guide 2026: how much bathroom tiling, floor tiling, and heritage tessellated tile restoration costs in Adelaide, CBS licensing requirements, and how to find a reliable tiler near you.
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Adelaide has a competitive tiling industry. Adelaide's significant stock of heritage terrace houses in suburbs like Norwood, Unley, and Prospect creates demand for tessellated tile restoration and matching, a specialist skill. Modern bathroom renovations are the dominant demand category across metropolitan Adelaide. cbs.sa.gov.au
How Much Does Tiling Cost in Adelaide 2026?
Floor tiling (standard ceramic/porcelain, labour only), typically $34-$78/sqm
Floor tiling (premium large-format or natural stone, labour only), typically $74-$148/sqm
Bathroom retile (full wet area, standard), typically $1,650-$4,900
Heritage tessellated tile restoration or matching, typically $115-$270/sqm (specialist work)
Kitchen splashback (standard), typically $440-$1,800
Tile removal and preparation, typically $10-$24/sqm extra
Tiler Licensing in South Australia
Building work over $12,000 in SA requires a CBS (Consumer and Business Services) building work contractor licence. For tiling work under $12,000, a residential work licence is required. Always verify your tiler's licence before engaging. Wet area waterproofing to AS 3740 is mandatory. cbs.sa.gov.au
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