Bathroom tiling in Eastleigh

Postcode districts: SO50, SO53
Nearby: Hedge End, Southampton and Romsey
Guide price: £50–£100 per m²
Typical time on site: 2–4 working days
Water: Hard across most of Hampshire
Survey: Free, at your home

What does bathroom tiling cost in Eastleigh?

Guide price in Eastleigh: £50–£100 per m² including VAT, depending on the room and what you choose. Prices in South East England run at about 12% 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–£75 per m²

Wet areas or half height

Typical

Porcelain

£65–£100 per m²

Levelling system for large tiles

Large-format or stone

£95–£145 per m²

Large-format porcelain or natural stone

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

Working in Eastleigh

In Eastleigh we cover SO50 and SO53; we also cover Hedge End, 4.3 miles away, and Southampton.

Homes in and around Eastleigh 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 Eastleigh bathroom, the tanking and drainage are planned before the tile is chosen. Tiling quotes in Eastleigh list the tile, the area and the preparation separately, so you can compare like for like.

Water across much of Hampshire is 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

Tanking the shower area and the walls around the bath with a waterproof membrane or liquid system
Setting out so cuts are even and joints line up with niches, windows and edges
Fixing with an adhesive suited to the tile and the surface, with levelling clips for large tiles
Measuring wall and floor areas and working out quantities with an allowance for cuts

Decisions to make first

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.

Grout

Cement-based grout is standard. Epoxy grout resists stains and mould better and suits showers, but takes longer to apply and costs more.

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 Eastleigh: questions

How much does bathroom tiling cost in Eastleigh?

Bathroom tiling in Eastleigh usually costs £50–£100 per m² including VAT. Room size, layout changes and your choice of products move the figure within that range. The free survey gives you an itemised quote, fixed in writing once the details are 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 Eastleigh.

Is the home survey in Eastleigh 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 SO50 and SO53 in Eastleigh?

Yes. We cover all of Eastleigh, including SO50 and SO53, and nearby Hedge End, Southampton and Romsey. 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.