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Typically you’ll see tiles in bathrooms, kitchens, patios and hallways, but it’s not uncommon to find them anywhere around the house these days. You’ll also see them on walls as well as floors.
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Having worked for myself for 30 years in most aspects of construction and maintenance my good reputation means everything to me. I pride myself on leaving a satisfied customer who will recommend me to family and friends.
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, Garden Wall, Chimney Building / Repair
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Paul arrived at specified time and completed the work to a high standard.
Specialising in domestic properties. Have many years experience on new build and re-mods. Anything from full rewires to change of light fittings. Hard working and reliable. Competitive prices. New to rated people but have had many happy customers.
Trades serviced: Air Conditioning / Refrigeration, Internal lighting, Electrical installation / Testing, Electric underfloor heating, Burglar, security & intruder alarm installation
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Lee turned up on time and did a fantastic job, would highly recommend.
London Roofing is a Ltd sole trade company, we have experience in roofing, painting, flooring, fitting windows, plastering, We don't take deposit up front however it depends on the scale of the job Thank you.
Trades serviced: Floor Sanding & Finishing, Laminate Flooring, Solid wood flooring, Wooden cladding /Fascias/ Soffits, Internal Painting & Decorating, External wall painting
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Ali and his colleagues came to work on time did a really lovely job nice painting I was very happy with the look .tidy and clean up nicely after wards will use London roofing again in future.
100s or satisfied customers just ask and we'll give you their numbers so you can ask them for yourself. We are a small team of electricians, carpenters and builders with experience ranging all through the domestic and industrial sectors, completing turn-k
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, House extension, Metal staircases
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Good communication, good job.
With a combined experience of 25 years and all relevant qualifications and accreditations, we at Select feel we are very capable of providing any sort of electrical service you may need; whether it be domestic or commercial, feel free to call us anytime.
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, Garden Wall, Pointing / Repointing
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Total lifesaver. Select Electric helped me out with my project which was being filmed, and did as great job getting it all working. Nice guys, totally reliable and completely professional.
Taylor'd Properties provide quality work with a trusting system. FREE estimates, Fixed prices. Ranging from home refurbishment to finishing touches like bath sealants. please ask if you need more info or help. Thanks
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, Wooden Doors - Internal, Floor Sanding & Finishing
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Taylor was polite and friendly. The was done successfully and he even went out of his way to replace the pipe that was leaking. Exceeded my expectations. Job well done. Will get him to do our bathroom and kitchen in the very near future
We specialise in decorating and tiling, and work to the highest standards. We recognise that every client is valued no matter if fixing a leaking sink or building a new house.
Trades serviced: Cellar & Basement Conversion, Garage Conversion, Home improvements, Loft Conversion, Metal staircases, Wooden staircases
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Done very good job. thanks Ben
Plumbing, Heating and Boiler Specialists / Professional Plastering, Painting and Decorating services serving the northwest
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, Cellar & Basement Conversion, Conservatory
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Mick was absolutely fantastic. he did an amazing job at very short notice and was really competitive on price. I cannot recommend him highly enough! thanks
We at K3 Property Solutions are a group of Tradesman which cover ALL aspects of property maintenance, from full property refurbishments, right through to a variety of smaller jobs. We pride ourselves on detailed customer service from start to completion.
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, Garden Wall, Chimney Building / Repair
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Andy was very polite, started on time and finished when he said he would! Excellent
We are a small professional family company based in Kingston upon Thames. We have been trading more than 10 years and have a long list of clients who frequently have been returning to us again for assistance on a variety of projects over that period.
Trades serviced: Bathroom Design, Bathroom Installation, Complete Bathroom Refurbishment, Bathroom Repair, Garden Wall, Pointing / Repointing
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Did a fantastic job and we have absolutely no hesitation in recommending them. We have a few quotes for this work and although Robert was not cheapest. He was very competitive , prompt and followed up there quote with lots of positive testimonials. Robert is a great person, he kept in contact throughout the job and was always available for discussion and sort out any issues. Quality of work and finish is excellent. Robert and Andrew are very hard working person, considerate and took pride in their work.
Tilers - what you need to know
What a tiler can help with
- Tile resurfacing.
- Tile removal.
- Design / layout of tiles.
- Applying waterproofing to tiles.
- Cleaning and polishing tiles.
- Preparing, applying or removing excess grout.
- Sourcing tiles.
A tiler will mark out the area that needs tiling, which will allow them to estimate the amount of tiles and adhesive they’ll need – this is known as ‘setting out’.
After that they’ll use special tools to cut the tiles to shape, before preparing the surfaces and levelling them off with plaster, sand or cement. The tiles will be applied, with any necessary grouting as well.
When choosing your tiles, have a look at where they’re going, then take some inspiration from the colours that are nearby – paints, furniture and so on. An experienced tiler will be able to talk about the options available to you, as well as what works well in combination with each other, so don’t be afraid to ask them. You could also consider using an interior designer.
In wet areas, it’s important that your tiles don’t become slippery when water has been splashed about. Glazed tiles are waterproof but may need a coating to make them non-slip. Unglazed tiles are porous so need to be sealed to avoid stains or any build-up of liquid residue.
If you’re buying the materials yourself, it’s always a good idea to have more tiles than you need. This makes sure you’ve got enough to cover the area, and enough in case any get broken. If any get cracked over time, you can easily replace them too with exactly the same shade or pattern.
Types of tiles
Ceramic – made from clay and can be glazed or unglazed. They come in all sorts of colours, shades and patterns.
Terracotta – unglazed and must be sealed if they’re going to be used in bathrooms or other wet areas. Usually available in earthy tones.
Mosaic – small tiles made from stone, glass or ceramic. They’re set into a base to create patterns and designs.
Marble and granite – very durable and low maintenance. If polished, they may become slippery in wet areas.
Porcelain – fired at very high temperatures which makes them waterproof. They come in a glazed or matte finish and can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Quartz – very durable and available in a wide range of colours.
Limestone – popular for floors but needs to be sealed as it can be porous.
Costs for common tiler jobs
Laying new tiles
| Some typical jobs | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Floors or walls, 4x4m – no grouting to remove | £480 | £640 |
| Floors or walls, 4x4m – removing grouting | £800 | £960 |
| Shower cubicle or bath splashback – no grouting to remove | £90 | £120 |
| Shower cubicle or bath splashback – remove grouting | £150 | £180 |
| Washbasin / sink splashback | £50 | £102 |
Grouting
| Some typical jobs | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Washbasin / sink splashback | £50 | £100 |
| Bath splashback | £150 | £300 |
| Shower cubicle | £150 | £300 |
| Floors or walls, 4x4m – no grouting to remove | £160 | £320 |
| Floors or walls, 4x4m – removing grouting | £320 | £640 |
Repairing tiles
| Some typical jobs | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Repairing tiles | £100 | £200 |
The qualifications your tiler needs
Tilers usually gain their experience through courses, apprenticeships or on-the-job training. By all means ask them about their experience, but you can also request references or photos of previous work to confirm their quality.
Planning permission for tilers
Planning permission isn’t usually required for internal decorating. However, if you live in a listed building you should contact your local planning authority.
Insurance for tiling work
Your tiler should have public liability insurance which will protect you and your property should any damage occur.
Building regulations for tilers
Any internal decorating such as tiling, wallpapering, new skirting boards or painting will not normally require approval. There are some considerations when working on external walls though. See the planning portal for detailed information.
Questions you should ask a tiler
- Do they have public liability insurance and what does this cover?
- How long have they been trading for?
- Can they give you up to 3 references of recent work they’ve completed?
- Will they give a guarantee/warranty for the work and how long does it last?
- Will they source all materials and equipment?
- Can they help with colour schemes?
See the latest questions that homeowners have been asking tilers.
Tiling ideas
Check out these ideas for decorative front step tiling as well as loads of inspiration for wonderful wet rooms.
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