Prep first
Floors levelled and walls prepared before a tile is laid.
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Tiling Cape Town: Tilers Who Prep, Waterproof and Lay Tiles That Last
Tiling Cape Town homeowners book with A1 Renovations is done the way it should be: the surface prepped, the waterproofing right, the tiles set out before the first one goes down, and the grout and silicone finished neatly. We tile floors, walls, showers, kitchens, patios and whole homes across Cape Town.
Surface prepped and levelledShowers waterproofed before tilingSet out so cuts land neatly
Waterproofed
Showers and wet areas waterproofed and tested before tiling.
Set out properly
We plan the layout so cuts fall in the right places.
Itemised quote
Area, prep, adhesive and finishing priced line by line.
What we tile
Tiling Cape Town: Floors, Walls, Showers and More
Good tiling in Cape Town is mostly what you do not see: the prep, the waterproofing and the setting out. Get those right and the tiles stay flat, the shower stays dry and the lines run straight for years. Get them wrong and tiles lift, grout cracks and water finds the room below.
We handle every kind of residential tiling:
- Bathroom and shower tiling, where waterproofing matters most. Our plumbing renovations page covers the pipework behind it.
- Kitchen floors and splashbacks, hard-wearing and easy to clean.
- Living area and bedroom floors, including large-format tiles that need a dead-level screed.
- Patios, braai areas and outdoor tiling, with the right non-slip, frost- and sun-stable tiles.
Replacing the floors through the whole house? Tiles are one option; laminate and vinyl are another, on our flooring installation page. We will tell you honestly which suits each room.
The hidden workWhere tiling goes wrong
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Tilers Cape Town: The Steps Cheap Jobs Skip
Why do some tiling jobs fail in a year? Because the hidden steps were skipped. These are the four things our tilers Cape Town clients rely on get right every time. Tiling Cape Town homeowners never have to redo gets these right.
Surface prep
Tiles need a flat, sound, clean surface. We level floors with screed or self-levelling compound, prime the surface and fix any movement first. Tiling over a bad floor just moves the problem under the tile.
Waterproofing
In a shower or wet area, a waterproof membrane goes on before the tiles, with extra care at corners, the floor and around pipes. Skip it and water reaches the wall or the ceiling below.
The right adhesive
Large-format porcelain, wet areas and outdoor tiles each need a flexible, water-resistant adhesive, not cheap filler. We back-butter big tiles so there are no voids.
Setting out
We plan the layout before laying so the cut tiles land in the least visible places and full tiles sit where the eye goes.
Choosing tiles
Floor and Wall Tiling Cape Town: Choosing the Right Tile
Which tile should you choose? The room decides. The wrong tile in the wrong place is slippery, stains or cracks. Floor and wall tiling Cape Town clients are happy with starts with the right tile for the room.
Bathrooms and showers
Porcelain or glazed ceramic on walls, and a non-slip rated tile on the floor so a wet floor is safe. Smaller floor tiles or a textured finish give better grip and fall to the drain.
Kitchens
Hard-wearing porcelain floors that shrug off dropped pots and easy-clean glazed splashbacks behind the counter and stove.
Living areas and bedrooms
Large-format porcelain for a seamless look, which needs a dead-level screed, or a warmer option like wood-look tiles.
Patios and outdoors
Non-slip, UV-stable tiles that handle the Cape Town sun and the odd cold, wet winter night without cracking or going slippery.
Supplying your own tiles or want us to help choose? Either works. We will tell you how many square metres you need, plus wastage for cuts and breakages, so you do not run short mid-job.
2026 prices
Tiling Cost Cape Town: 2026 Guide Prices
How much does tiling cost in Cape Town? As a 2026 guide, tiling labour runs roughly R150 to R500 per m², with an average around R325 per m², depending on the tile, the surface and the setting out. Tiles, adhesive, grout and any screed or waterproofing are on top. Tiling Cape Town prices follow the tile size, the pattern and the prep.
These are guide ranges, not quotes. Price per square metre depends on the tile size, the pattern (diagonal and herringbone take longer), the surface condition and the amount of cutting. A tiling Cape Town quote from us separates labour, prep, waterproofing and materials.
Across Cape Town
Tiling Across Cape Town: What Each Area Needs
Tiling Cape Town wide follows the age of the home and the weather.
Southern suburbs
Rondebosch, Newlands, Claremont and Plumstead homes get heavy winter rain, so shower and bathroom waterproofing and outdoor non-slip tiling matter most. Older homes may have uneven floors that need screeding.
Northern suburbs
Kuils River, Brackenfell, Durbanville and Bellville have newer homes where large-format floor tiles and kitchen splashbacks are the common jobs, close to our base off the R102.
Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl
Apartments in Sea Point, Green Point and Gardens, where acoustic underlay under tiles and body corporate rules on wet areas apply.
Helderberg and South Peninsula
Coastal homes in Somerset West, Strand, Fish Hoek and Muizenberg where sea air and wind mean patios need UV- and frost-stable, non-slip tiles.
How we work
How a Tiling Job in Cape Town Runs, Step by Step
How long does tiling take? A bathroom is usually a few days including prep and waterproofing. A whole floor depends on the area, plus drying time before grouting and use. Every tiling Cape Town job we run follows these steps.
Measure and quote
We measure the area, check the surface, advise on tiles and give an itemised quote with wastage worked in.
Prepare the surface
Old tiles removed if needed, floors levelled or screeded, walls prepared and primed.
Waterproof wet areas
Showers and wet areas get a waterproof membrane, tested before tiling starts.
Set out
We plan the layout so full tiles and cuts land in the right places, and mark the lines.
Lay and fix
Tiles laid on the right adhesive, big tiles back-buttered, spacers for even joints.
Grout and finish
Grouting, then silicone at the joints and edges, cleaned off neatly, and a final check with you.
Before you sign
How to Choose a Tiler in Cape Town
What should you ask before anyone tiles your home? Tilers Cape Town owners can trust will answer these easily.
- Will they level the floor and prepare the surface, or tile straight over it?
- How do they waterproof a shower, and do they test it before tiling?
- Do they set out the tiles before laying, so cuts fall neatly?
- What adhesive do they use for large-format and wet-area tiles?
- Does the quote separate labour, prep, waterproofing and materials?
- How much wastage should you allow when ordering tiles?
Related services
Pair Tiling Cape Town With These Services
Flooring installation
Laminate, vinyl, wood and tile floors laid level.
Flooring →
Plumbing renovations
New pipes, geysers and drainage, certified by a PIRB plumber.
Plumbing →
Interior remodeling
Whole-interior makeovers, one managed team.
Interior remodeling →
Turnkey renovations
One contract for several rooms, from plans to certificates.
Turnkey →How much does tiling cost per square metre in Cape Town?
As a 2026 guide, tiling labour runs roughly R150 to R500 per m², with an average around R325, depending on the tile, the surface and the setting out. Tiles, adhesive, grout and any screed or waterproofing are on top.
How many 600×600 tiles do I need per square metre?
About 2.78 tiles cover one square metre with 600×600 mm tiles. Always order 10 to 15% extra for cuts, breakages and future repairs.
Do you waterproof showers before tiling?
Yes, always. A waterproof membrane goes on before the tiles, with extra care at corners, the floor and around pipes, and we test it before tiling.
Can you tile over existing tiles?
Sometimes, if the old tiles are sound, flat and well stuck down, with the right primer and adhesive. Often it is better to remove them so the floor level and waterproofing are right.
What tiles are best for a bathroom floor?
A non-slip rated tile, usually smaller or textured, so a wet floor is safe and water runs to the drain. Large, smooth, polished tiles are slippery when wet and are better on walls.
Do I supply the tiles or do you?
Either works. We will tell you the square metres plus wastage so you order the right amount, or we can help you choose from a supplier.
Why do tiles lift or crack?
Usually poor prep: an uneven or moving floor, the wrong adhesive, voids under large tiles, or no movement joints.
How long before I can use a newly tiled room?
Allow the adhesive and grout to cure, usually 24 to 48 hours before light use and a little longer before a shower is used.
FAQ
Tiling: Questions Cape Town Homeowners Ask
Straight answers before you tile. Prices are 2026 guide figures; your itemised quote replaces them.
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