Bathroom Tiling in Adelaide
Bathroom tiling is the highest-stakes tiling job in any home, because behind the tiles sits the one thing that prevents tens of thousands of dollars in water damage: waterproofing. In SA, wet-area waterproofing is regulated under AS 3740. This page covers bathroom tiling costs, the waterproofing rules that matter most, and realistic timelines.
Bathroom tiling costs in Adelaide
A full bathroom retile (walls and floor, including waterproofing) costs $4,500–$9,000 in labour, with tiles and materials supplied separately. A complete project including tiles typically runs $8,000–$18,000 for a modest bathroom and $15,000–$30,000+ for a high-end renovation.
Waterproofing is everything (AS 3740)
Most bathroom tile failures trace back to inadequate or skipped waterproofing. In SA, wet-area waterproofing must comply with AS 3740, and a certified waterproofer should issue a Certificate of Waterproofing — keep it for insurance and resale. The single most important question to ask any bathroom tiler is who does the waterproofing and what certification they provide.
Timeline for a bathroom tile job
A complete bathroom retile typically takes 5–8 working days: demolition, then prep and waterproofing (with 24–48 hours cure time before tiling), then tiling, grouting, sealing, and fixtures. Rushing the waterproofing cure is the most common cause of early failure.
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