Bathroom tiling in Harrow

Postcode districts: HA1, HA2, HA3, HA5, HA7
Nearby: Brent, Wembley and Northolt
Guide price: £55–£110 per m²
Typical time on site: 2–4 working days
Water: Very hard across most of Greater London
Survey: Free, at your home

What does bathroom tiling cost in Harrow?

For Harrow, our guide range for bathroom tiling is £55 to £110 per m² including VAT. Labour costs in London put local prices at about 25% above the UK guide figure. The figure depends on the size of the room, whether anything moves, and the products you pick.

Ceramic

£55–£80 per m²

Standard ceramic wall tiles

Typical

Porcelain

£75–£110 per m²

Full height in wet zones

Large-format or stone

£105–£160 per m²

Sealing where needed

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

Working in Harrow

We work right across Harrow — HA1, HA2, HA3 and 2 more postcode districts — and in neighbouring Brent and Wembley.

In Harrow, many bathrooms are in flats or converted houses, so we check lease consents, access and the floor below before we price. Tiling quotes in Harrow list the tile, the area and the preparation separately, so you can compare like for like. We measure tiled areas in Harrow bathrooms on site, so the quote is based on real square metres.

Supplies across most of Greater London are 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

Fixing with an adhesive suited to the tile and the surface, with levelling clips for large tiles
Grouting, trims or mitred edges, and silicone at internal corners, the bath and the tray
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 Harrow: questions

What is the price of bathroom tiling in Harrow?

Bathroom tiling in Harrow usually costs £55–£110 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 Harrow?

Building control for Harrow 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 Harrow.

Is the home survey in Harrow 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.

Should bathroom tiles go floor to ceiling?

Full-height tiling is easier to wipe clean and looks finished, but it adds area and cost. Tiling just the wet areas and using bathroom paint elsewhere is a reasonable way to save money in a well-ventilated room.