Disclaimer: Prices in this guide are based on data from 2011 and are subject to fluctuations in the market.
To get a tiler on a bent knee for your project will cost you between $28 and $55 per square metre. Tiler square metre rates A budget rate of approximately $35 is generally quoted for laying large tiles (larger than 12 inches x 12 inches), while $40 is about average for standard-sized ones. For more complex and time-consuming jobs, like those involving mosaic patterns, you will pay a premium rate of upwards of $45. These prices typically include labour and basic materials such as glue and grout. However, they generally don’t include the cost of tiles, so you need to remember to add them to your budget separately.
Tiling tasks & costs: There are a few factors that affect the size of your quote for a tiling job if you opt to pay by task. The size of the tile and space can take your floor tiling quote from a budget price of $850 to a premium of $3,000. Extras such as sealing, waterproofing, and the preparation of floor bedding are usually included in premium rates, so you are getting more for your money.
Tiler rates by state: Of the eastern states, only Queensland pays the national average of $40 per square metre. The tiling rates in NSW are 5% more than this and in Victoria 12.5% more, making it $45. Interestingly, NSW and Victoria pay less than Queensland when charged by task, with Victoria paying much less than their cousins up north. This might be something to keep in mind when choosing your payment method. Tiling prices can vary, so shop around and, short of moving state to get a better price, do what you can to get the most for your dollar.