How much does a tiling cost in Newcastle?
Most tiling jobs in Newcastle cost $33–$95/sqm
labour only, depending on tile type
Standard floor tiling in Newcastle costs $33–$86/sqm for labour. Wall tiling is $38–$95/sqm. A full bathroom (floor + walls) runs $570–$1,525 in labour alone. Tile supply is separate.
+2.2%
Tiling costs in Newcastle have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Tiling Cost in Newcastle
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
Tiling in Newcastle costs $33–$86/sqm for standard floor tiling (labour only), $38–$95/sqm for wall tiling, and $57–$115/sqm for mosaic or feature work. A full bathroom tiling job runs $570–$1,525 in labour. Tile supply is additional — budget $20–$250/sqm depending on the material.
Detailed Pricing — Newcastle 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floor tiling — standard (labour) | $33/sqm | $52 | $86 |
| Floor tiling — large format (labour) | $43/sqm | $66 | $95 |
| Wall tiling — standard (labour) | $38/sqm | $57 | $95 |
| Mosaic / feature tiling (labour) | $57/sqm | $81 | $115 |
| Bathroom floor + walls (labour, avg 10sqm) | $570total | $950 | $1,525 |
| Outdoor / patio tiling (labour) | $38/sqm | $57 | $86 |
| Tile removal (existing) | $19/sqm | $33 | $52 |
| Waterproofing (wet areas) | $33/sqm | $52 | $76 |
| Floor levelling / prep | $14/sqm | $28 | $48 |
| Tile supply — budget ceramic | $19/sqm | $33 | $52 |
| Tile supply — mid-range porcelain | $48/sqm | $76 | $115 |
| Tile supply — premium natural stone | $95/sqm | $140 | $240 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Newcastle metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.