Bathroom tiling in South Glamorgan

What does bathroom tiling cost in South Glamorgan?

Our guide range in South Glamorgan is £40–£85 per m² including VAT. Prices in South Glamorgan run at about 7% below the UK guide, based on Wales labour rates.

Ceramic

£40–£60 per m²

Grout and trims

Typical

Porcelain

£55–£85 per m²

Porcelain walls and floor

Large-format or stone

£80–£120 per m²

Mitred edges, niches

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

Which towns do we cover in South Glamorgan?

Supplies across most of South Glamorgan are moderately hard. Mid-tone grout and matt tiles hide the odd water mark better than dark grout and high gloss. Hardness varies street by street, so check the figure for your postcode with your water supplier. If your Cardiff home has hard water, larger tiles and epoxy grout leave fewer joints for limescale to build up in.

What the job includes

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
Measuring wall and floor areas and working out quantities with an allowance for cuts
Sealing natural stone and cleaning off grout haze before handover
Fixing with an adhesive suited to the tile and the surface, with levelling clips for large tiles
Floor preparation: overlaying timber floors with ply or backer board, or levelling a screed

Decisions to make first

Grout

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

Edges

Metal or PVC trims are quick and protect tile edges. Mitred edges look cleaner on porcelain and take more labour.

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 Wales

Re-tiling a bathroom does not need planning permission or building regulations approval. In a flat, check the lease before changing to hard floor tiles, because sound insulation and the risk of leaks to the flat below matter, and wet rooms often need freeholder consent. In a listed building, removing original tiles that contribute to its character can need listed building consent.

In Wales, tiling is not controlled work. Moving electrical points to suit a new tile layout falls under the Welsh Part P, which covers more bathroom electrical work than the English version.

Bathroom tiling in South Glamorgan: questions

How much does bathroom tiling cost in South Glamorgan?

Bathroom tiling in South Glamorgan typically costs £40–£85 per m² including VAT, based on Wales prices. The free survey and itemised written quote give you the exact figure for your home.

Which towns in South Glamorgan do you cover?

We cover the whole of South Glamorgan, including Cardiff, Barry, Penarth and Llantwit Major. If your town is not listed, we still cover it — get in touch with your postcode.

How long does bathroom tiling take?

Most jobs take 2–4 working days on site once the products have arrived. We confirm a start date and a day-by-day plan when you approve the quote.

Is the water hard in South Glamorgan?

What tiles are best for a bathroom floor?

Porcelain is usually the most practical bathroom floor tile, because it absorbs very little water and wears well. Choose a matt or textured finish with a slip rating of R10 or above. Our bathroom tiles guide covers sizes and finishes in more detail.