Bathroom tiling in Ferndown

Postcode districts: BH22
Nearby: Wimborne Minster, Bournemouth and Christchurch
Guide price: £45–£90 per m²
Typical time on site: 2–4 working days
Water: Hard across most of Dorset
Survey: Free, at your home

What does bathroom tiling cost in Ferndown?

In Ferndown, bathroom tiling typically costs £45–£90 per m² including VAT, based on South West England prices. The figure depends on the size of the room, whether anything moves, and the products you pick.

Ceramic

£45–£65 per m²

Grout and trims

Typical

Porcelain

£60–£90 per m²

Porcelain walls and floor

Large-format or stone

£85–£135 per m²

Mitred edges, niches

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

Working in Ferndown

We work right across Ferndown — BH22 — and in neighbouring Wimborne Minster and Bournemouth.

Being a smaller town does not change how we work in Ferndown: free survey, written quote, one team. We measure tiled areas in Ferndown bathrooms on site, so the quote is based on real square metres. Tiling quotes in Ferndown list the tile, the area and the preparation separately, so you can compare like for like.

Most of Dorset has hard water. 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

Floor preparation: overlaying timber floors with ply or backer board, or levelling a screed
Checking walls for flatness and strength, and boarding with cement-based backer board where needed
Tanking the shower area and the walls around the bath with a waterproof membrane or liquid system
Grouting, trims or mitred edges, and silicone at internal corners, the bath and the tray

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.

Tile size

Large-format tiles mean fewer grout lines but need flat walls and more preparation. Small tiles and mosaics follow uneven surfaces and grip better underfoot.

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 Ferndown: questions

How much does bathroom tiling cost in Ferndown?

Bathroom tiling in Ferndown usually costs £45–£90 per m² including VAT. Expect the lower end for a like-for-like job with standard products, and the upper end if things move or you choose premium finishes. Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once agreed.

Who handles building control for bathroom tiling in Ferndown?

Building control for Ferndown is handled by the local council or an approved inspector. If your job needs sign-off — for example a new circuit, new drainage or a new extractor where there was none — we tell you at the survey and handle the notification as part of the work.

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 Ferndown.

Is the home survey in Ferndown 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.

Can large tiles be used in a small bathroom?

Yes. Large-format tiles mean fewer grout lines, which can make a small room look calmer. They need flat walls and careful setting-out so that cuts are not left as thin slivers by the door or window.