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A REAL ANSWER FROM ESTIMATE ANYTHING AI — FLOOR TILING, PER M²
Floor tiling
per m² · supply & lay
£61 – £198 / m²
What is it
Supply and installation of ceramic or porcelain floor tiles, including standard adhesive, grout, cutting, laying and cleaning on a suitably prepared substrate.
Rate guide
Labour output
Key rate adjusters
Tile selection
Moving from a standard £20–£30/m² tile allowance to premium imported products can increase the installed rate by £30–£90/m².
Substrate preparation
Local smoothing and priming may add £5–£12/m², while extensive levelling or remedial screeding can add £15–£35/m².
Tile format
Large or heavy tiles typically add £15–£35/m² through reduced output, specialist cutting and enhanced adhesive coverage.
Layout complexity
Diagonal, herringbone, modular or heavily set-out patterns commonly increase laying costs by 15–30%.
Falls and drainage
Forming tiled falls around gullies or channels can add £20–£45/m² in affected areas due to additional cuts and setting-out.
Access and phasing
Small workfaces, occupied premises or multiple visits can increase the overall rate by 10–25% through lost productivity and repeated mobilisation.
Quantity surveyor insights
- Waste and buildability: Allow about 7–10% waste for straightforward layouts and 12–18% for diagonal patterns, large formats or heavily cut rooms; confirm tile dimensions against room modules early, as poor coordination can materially increase both waste and labour.
- Scope and procurement: Clarify whether levelling, screeds, membranes, movement joints, trims, skirtings and sealing are included, as these are frequent scope gaps; secure batch-consistent tiles and replacement stock early because later shade or calibre mismatches can drive abortive work and premium purchases.
Estimate Anything AI answer · indicative budget rates · updated 31 August 2026