Bathroom tiling in Kirkcaldy

Postcode districts: KY1, KY2
Nearby: Glenrothes, Dunfermline and Queensferry
Guide price: £45–£85 per m²
Typical time on site: 2–4 working days
Water: Soft across most of Fife
Survey: Free, at your home

What does bathroom tiling cost in Kirkcaldy?

In Kirkcaldy, bathroom tiling typically costs £45–£85 per m² including VAT, based on Scotland prices. Prices in Scotland run at about 4% below 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

£45–£60 per m²

Grout and trims

Typical

Porcelain

£60–£85 per m²

Porcelain walls and floor

Large-format or stone

£80–£125 per m²

Mitred edges, niches

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

Working in Kirkcaldy

In Kirkcaldy we cover KY1 and KY2; we also cover Glenrothes, 5.4 miles away, and Dunfermline.

Homes in and around Kirkcaldy vary, so we look at the floor, the walls and the water system before we price anything. If you want a tiled shower floor in your Kirkcaldy bathroom, the tanking and drainage are planned before the tile is chosen. Whatever the age of your Kirkcaldy home, large-format tiles need flat walls, so the survey checks how much preparation they will take.

Most of Fife is supplied with soft water. Soft water is kind to grout, so mid-tone and darker grouts stay looking fresh. 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
Fixing with an adhesive suited to the tile and the surface, with levelling clips for large tiles
Checking walls for flatness and strength, and boarding with cement-based backer board where needed
Measuring wall and floor areas and working out quantities with an allowance for cuts

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.

Floor grip

For a bathroom floor, choose a matt or textured tile with a slip rating of R10 or above. Smaller tiles with more grout lines grip better in a shower.

Rules that apply in Scotland

In Scotland, re-tiling does not need a building warrant. Forming a new bathroom or altering drainage for a tiled shower floor may, so check before the floor is opened.

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Bathroom tiling in Kirkcaldy: questions

What is the price of bathroom tiling in Kirkcaldy?

Bathroom tiling in Kirkcaldy usually costs £45–£85 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.

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 Kirkcaldy.

Is the home survey in Kirkcaldy 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 KY1 and KY2 in Kirkcaldy?

Yes. We cover all of Kirkcaldy, including KY1 and KY2, and nearby Glenrothes, Dunfermline and Queensferry. Survey visits are free and arranged at a time that suits you.

Do I need to tank a bathroom before tiling?

The shower area should always be tanked, because tiles and grout are not waterproof on their own. Around a bath with a shower over it, tanking the walls to above the shower head is sensible. A wet room needs the whole floor and the lower walls tanked.