How much does a tiling cost in Canberra?
Most tiling jobs in Canberra cost $38–$110/sqm
labour only, depending on tile type
Standard floor tiling in Canberra costs $38–$99/sqm for labour. Wall tiling is $44–$110/sqm. A full bathroom (floor + walls) runs $660–$1,750 in labour alone. Tile supply is separate.
+1.7%
Tiling costs in Canberra have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Tiling Cost in Canberra
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Tiling in Canberra costs $38–$99/sqm for standard floor tiling (labour only), $44–$110/sqm for wall tiling, and $66–$130/sqm for mosaic or feature work. A full bathroom tiling job runs $660–$1,750 in labour. Tile supply is additional — budget $20–$250/sqm depending on the material.
Detailed Pricing — Canberra 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floor tiling — standard (labour) | $38/sqm | $61 | $99 |
| Floor tiling — large format (labour) | $50/sqm | $77 | $110 |
| Wall tiling — standard (labour) | $44/sqm | $66 | $110 |
| Mosaic / feature tiling (labour) | $66/sqm | $94 | $130 |
| Bathroom floor + walls (labour, avg 10sqm) | $660total | $1,100 | $1,750 |
| Outdoor / patio tiling (labour) | $44/sqm | $66 | $99 |
| Tile removal (existing) | $22/sqm | $38 | $61 |
| Waterproofing (wet areas) | $38/sqm | $61 | $88 |
| Floor levelling / prep | $16/sqm | $33 | $55 |
| Tile supply — budget ceramic | $22/sqm | $38 | $61 |
| Tile supply — mid-range porcelain | $55/sqm | $88 | $130 |
| Tile supply — premium natural stone | $110/sqm | $165 | $275 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Canberra metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.