Bathroom Tiling Price Ranges for Ryde
Small Ensuite (4-6m²)
- Tiling only: $2,000-$3,500
- With demo + prep: $3,000-$5,000
- Full renovation (incl. waterproofing): $5,500-$8,500
Standard Bathroom (6-10m²)
- Tiling only: $3,000-$5,500
- With demo + prep: $4,500-$7,500
- Full renovation (incl. waterproofing): $7,500-$12,000
Large/Main Bathroom (10-15m²)
- Tiling only: $5,000-$8,500
- With demo + prep: $7,000-$11,000
- Full renovation (incl. waterproofing): $11,000-$16,000
Apartment Bathroom
- Tiling only: Add 10-20% to above
- With demo + prep: Add 15-25% to above
- Full renovation: Add 15-25% to above
Prices are indicative for Ryde and nearby suburbs (2024). Tile cost additional if customer-supplied. Final price depends on specific conditions.
Labour Rates (Ryde Area)
Tiling Labour Per Square Metre
Standard tiles (300x300 to 450x450)
- Wall tiling: $55-$75/m²
- Floor tiling: $50-$70/m²
- Most common, efficient installation
Medium format (450x450 to 600x600)
- Wall tiling: $65-$85/m²
- Floor tiling: $60-$80/m²
- Requires flatter substrate
Large format (600x600 to 600x1200)
- Wall tiling: $80-$110/m²
- Floor tiling: $75-$100/m²
- More handling, tighter tolerances
Extra large (600x1200+)
- Wall tiling: $100-$130/m²
- Floor tiling: $95-$120/m²
- Requires very flat substrate
Mosaics/small format
- Wall tiling: $85-$120/m²
- Floor tiling: $80-$110/m²
- More grout lines, more time
Additional Labour Charges
- Shower niche: $150-$300 per niche (depends on size and tile cuts)
- Feature wall: $200-$400 additional (pattern matching, layout planning)
- Mitred edges: $25-$40 per linear metre (premium finish vs trim profiles)
- Hob/step tiling: $150-$250 (additional cuts and waterproofing detail)
- Bath surround: $300-$500 (includes silicone and edge finishing)
Preparation Costs
Demolition and Removal
| Work Item | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tile removal (floor) | $25-$40/m² | Varies by adhesive type |
| Tile removal (walls) | $30-$50/m² | Older tiles often harder to remove |
| Adhesive/bed grinding | $20-$35/m² | Required if substrate damaged |
| Waste disposal | $150-$350 | Depends on bathroom size and access |
| Apartment waste runs | Add $100-$250 | Multiple trips to bins, lift logistics |
Substrate Preparation
| Work Item | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Levelling compound (floor) | $25-$45/m² | Depends on flatness required |
| Wall flattening/rendering | $30-$55/m² | For large-format tile requirements |
| Fibre cement sheeting (timber floors) | $40-$65/m² | Required for wet areas on timber |
| Crack isolation membrane | $20-$35/m² | Over structural cracks |
| Priming | $8-$15/m² | Standard prep |
Waterproofing Costs
In NSW, wet areas must be waterproofed by a licensed waterproofer. Harbour Tiling holds a builders licence and is licensed to perform waterproofing, so we include this in our quotes:
| Area | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shower floor and walls (to 1800mm) | $800-$1,500 | Standard requirement |
| Full bathroom floor and wet walls | $1,200-$2,200 | Full bathroom waterproofing |
| Balcony/outdoor (if applicable) | $60-$100/m² | Trafficable membrane |
Important: Waterproofing must cure before tiling (24-72 hours depending on product). Quotes that compress this timeline risk failures.
Materials Cost Guide
Grout and Adhesive
| Material | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard cement grout (per bathroom) | $80-$150 | Needs sealing in wet areas |
| Epoxy grout (per bathroom) | $200-$400 | Waterproof, stain-resistant, no sealing needed |
| Flexible tile adhesive (per bathroom) | $100-$200 | Standard wet area adhesive |
| Premium adhesive (large format) | $150-$300 | Required for tiles 600x600+ |
Silicone and Finishing
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Silicone (per bathroom) | $40-$80 | All internal corners and junctions |
| Metal trim profiles (per linear metre) | $15-$25 | Standard edge finishing |
| Premium trim profiles (per linear metre) | $25-$45 | Schluter or equivalent |
What Drives Price Up
1. Substrate Condition
The biggest hidden cost. Old bathrooms (pre-2000) in Ryde often have:
- Damaged substrates: $500-$1,500+ to repair
- Old adhesive beds: $300-$600 to grind
- Timber floors needing sheeting: $400-$700
- Unknown waterproofing: $1,200-$2,200 to redo properly
2. Tile Format and Complexity
| Feature | Additional Cost |
|---|---|
| Large-format tiles (vs standard) | +15-30% labour |
| Floor-to-ceiling tiling | +$500-$1,200 |
| Multiple tile patterns | +$300-$800 |
| Niches (2-3 in shower) | +$300-$600 |
| Mitred edges throughout | +$400-$900 |
3. Apartment Logistics (Ryde Reality)
Ryde has significant apartment density. Building logistics add real cost:
| Factor | Additional Cost |
|---|---|
| Lift bookings and coordination | +$100-$200 |
| Limited parking/multiple trips | +$100-$300 |
| Noise restriction compliance | +$200-$400 (extended timeline) |
| Multiple waste runs | +$150-$300 |
Example Bathroom Costs (Ryde)
Example 1: Standard Bathroom Retile (House)
- Bathroom: 8m² (floor 4m², walls 12m²)
- Tiles: 450x450mm porcelain
- Scope: Demo, prep, waterproof, tile, grout, silicone
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Demolition and disposal | $600 |
| Substrate preparation | $450 |
| Waterproofing (licensed) | $1,400 |
| Tiling labour | $1,800 |
| Materials (grout, adhesive, silicone) | $350 |
| Total | $4,600 |
Tiles supplied by customer. Add $500-$1,500 for tiles if supplier pricing.
Example 2: Large Format Bathroom (House)
- Bathroom: 10m² (floor 5m², walls 16m²)
- Tiles: 600x1200mm porcelain, floor-to-ceiling
- Features: 2 niches, mitred edges
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Demolition and disposal | $750 |
| Substrate preparation (extra flat) | $850 |
| Waterproofing (licensed) | $1,600 |
| Tiling labour (large format) | $3,200 |
| Niches (2) | $400 |
| Mitred edges | $450 |
| Materials (epoxy grout, premium adhesive) | $550 |
| Total | $7,800 |
Example 3: Apartment Bathroom (Ryde/Macquarie Park)
- Bathroom: 6m² (floor 3m², walls 10m²)
- Tiles: 600x600mm porcelain
- Building: High-rise with lift booking, noise restrictions
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Demolition and disposal | $650 |
| Substrate preparation | $500 |
| Waterproofing (licensed) | $1,300 |
| Tiling labour | $1,600 |
| Materials | $300 |
| Apartment logistics (lift, waste, timing) | $350 |
| Total | $4,700 |
How to Compare Quotes
Quote Comparison Checklist
Ask each tiler:
- What preparation is included? (grinding, levelling, sheeting)
- Is waterproofing included? (Harbour Tiling is licensed for waterproofing)
- How much cure time is allowed? (min 24-48 hours)
- What grout type? (cement vs epoxy)
- Are niches/features priced separately?
- What happens if substrate is worse than expected?
Red Flags
- No mention of waterproofing coordination
- “Prep as required” without detail
- Cure time compressed to start tiling immediately
- Significantly lower price without explanation
- Grout used in corners (should be silicone)
Harbour Tiling provides bathroom tiling in Ryde
Harbour Tiling provides professional bathroom tiling services throughout Ryde NSW and nearby suburbs. We hold a builders licence and are licensed waterproofers, so we handle both waterproofing and tiling in-house with proper membrane application and cure time. We assess substrate condition before quoting, and provide detailed quotes that specify what’s included. For bathroom projects in Ryde, West Ryde, Eastwood, North Ryde, Gladesville, Meadowbank, and surrounding areas, we focus on preparation that prevents long-term failures and transparent pricing that lets you compare quotes fairly.
Related Guides
- Bathroom tiling in Ryde (scope + what’s involved)
- Waterproofing before tiling in Ryde (sequence + cure time)
- Apartment tiling in Ryde (strata logistics)
- Ryde areas hub (suburb guides)
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- House or apartment
- Bathroom size (approximate m² or dimensions)
- Tile size you’re considering
- Age of existing bathroom
…I can provide a realistic assessment of what will affect your quote.