Bathroom tiling in Ely

Postcode districts: CB6, CB7
Nearby: Newmarket, March and St Ives
Guide price: £50–£95 per m²
Typical time on site: 2–4 working days
Water: Very hard across most of Cambridgeshire
Survey: Free, at your home

What does bathroom tiling cost in Ely?

As a guide, budget £50 to £95 per m² including VAT for bathroom tiling in Ely; your written quote will pin it down. Prices in East of England run at about 6% above the national guide, mainly because of labour rates. The figure depends on the size of the room, whether anything moves, and the products you pick.

Ceramic

£50–£70 per m²

Grout and trims

Typical

Porcelain

£65–£95 per m²

Porcelain walls and floor

Large-format or stone

£90–£140 per m²

Mitred edges, niches

Guide prices for Ely including VAT. Your itemised written quote after the free survey is the price that counts.

Working in Ely

As well as Ely itself (CB6 and CB7), we survey in Newmarket, March and St Ives.

Ely gets the same process as anywhere else: a free survey at your home and a written, itemised quote. Tiling quotes in Ely list the tile, the area and the preparation separately, so you can compare like for like. We measure tiled areas in Ely bathrooms on site, so the quote is based on real square metres.

Water across much of Cambridgeshire is very hard. Hard water leaves white marks on dark grout and gloss tiles, so matt finishes and stain-resistant grout are the practical choice. Hardness varies street by street, so check the figure for your postcode with your water supplier.

What the job includes

Grouting, trims or mitred edges, and silicone at internal corners, the bath and the tray
Tanking the shower area and the walls around the bath with a waterproof membrane or liquid system
Measuring wall and floor areas and working out quantities with an allowance for cuts
Checking walls for flatness and strength, and boarding with cement-based backer board where needed

Decisions to make first

Natural stone

Marble, limestone and travertine need sealing and gentle cleaners, and can mark. Stone-effect porcelain gives a similar look without the upkeep.

Ceramic or porcelain

Ceramic is lighter, easier to cut and cheaper, and is fine on walls. Porcelain is denser and absorbs less water, so it suits floors and showers.

Rules that apply in England

In England, tiling itself is not building regulations work. If it is part of forming a level shower floor with new drainage, that drainage can be Part H work, and any new electrics are covered by Part P.

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Bathroom tiling in Ely: questions

How much does bathroom tiling cost in Ely?

Bathroom tiling in Ely usually costs £50–£95 per m² including VAT. The final figure comes down to what you choose and what we find at the survey; your written quote lists every item so you can see where the money goes.

How long does bathroom tiling take?

Allow 2–4 working days on site for most jobs, plus the lead time for products after you approve the quote. We give you a day-by-day plan before work starts in Ely.

Is the home survey in Ely really free?

Yes. We visit, measure the room, check the pipework, drainage and electrics, and talk through what you want. You then get a written, itemised quote with no obligation to go ahead.

Do you cover CB6 and CB7 in Ely?

Yes. We cover all of Ely, including CB6 and CB7, and nearby Newmarket, March and St Ives. Survey visits are free and arranged at a time that suits you.

Can you tile over existing bathroom tiles?

Sometimes, but it is rarely the right choice. Tiling over tiles adds weight, brings the wall forward so trims and fittings no longer line up, and hides any loose tiles or water damage underneath. It is only worth considering where the old tiles are firmly bonded and the wall can take the extra load.