2026 Price Guide · Real catalogue data
How much do tiles cost in Australia?
Short answer: from $10/m² for budget porcelain to $400+/m² for premium mosaics and stone, with most quality porcelain floor tiles landing around $99/m². The table below is computed from our live catalogue of 7,832+ tiles — real prices, updated with stock, not estimates.
Tile prices per m² by material
What tiles cost, by material
| Material | Range (per m²) | Typical (median) |
|---|---|---|
| Porcelain floor tiles5,201 tiles in stock | $11 – $2844 | $99/m² |
| Wall tiles907 tiles in stock | $10 – $468 | $124/m² |
| Mosaics751 tiles in stock | $20 – $879 | $147/m² |
| Natural stone96 tiles in stock | $23 – $404 | $57/m² |
| Outdoor pavers603 tiles in stock | $17 – $498 | $75/m² |
| Feature tiles87 tiles in stock | $25 – $240 | $70/m² |
All prices include GST, computed live from the Marmoré catalogue at build time. Mosaics and feature tiles skew high per m² because you rarely need many square metres of them.
What drives the price of a tile
Format
A 600x600 porcelain costs less per m² than the same design in 1200x2400. Large formats need thicker bodies, more careful firing and pallet freight per piece. Mosaics run the other way: tiny pieces on mesh cost more per m² than any slab because of assembly labour.
Finish and rectification
Polished and lappato finishes add a production step over matt. Rectified edges (machine-ground for tight 1.5mm grout joints) cost more than pressed edges. Textured anti-slip finishes for outdoor use add cost too — a 20mm outdoor paver carries twice the material of a 9mm indoor tile.
Origin
Italian and Spanish porcelain trades at a premium over Asian-made equivalents — partly brand, partly genuinely better ink resolution and body consistency on marble-look designs. Natural stone pricing follows the quarry: Turkish travertine costs less than Italian Calacatta by an order of magnitude.
Laying costs: the other half of the budget
Australian tilers charge roughly $60-$120 per m² laid — treat that as indicative and get local quotes, because rates swing with your city, the tile and the room. The drivers:
- Pattern: stack bond is cheapest; herringbone and chevron can add 30-50% to labour.
- Tile size: sheets of mosaic and oversize slabs both cost more to lay than 600x600.
- Substrate: screeding an uneven floor or waterproofing a wet area is charged on top.
- Demolition: stripping old tiles adds $25-$50/m² before a new tile goes down.
Rule of thumb: on a mid-range job, labour costs about as much as the tiles themselves. A $60/m² tile laid at $80/m² is a $140/m² floor.
How much to budget per room
Bathroom
12–20m² (floor + walls)
A full bathroom uses far more wall than floor. At $99/m² tiles plus $80/m² laying, a 15m² bathroom runs $2,700 or so in tiling — before waterproofing.
Shop bathroom tiles →Kitchen splashback
~4m²
Small area, so splurge here. Even a $150/m² zellige or mosaic only adds $600 in material across 4m². This is where feature tiles earn their keep.
Shop splashback tiles →Living floor
30–60m²
Big areas reward simple choices. A $45-$70/m² rectified porcelain in 600x1200 keeps material cost sane and lays fast. Order 10% extra for cuts.
Shop floor tiles →Order samples before you order pallets
Colour reads differently under your light than in a photo. Samples cost $15 flat for up to 5 tiles — cheaper than re-ordering a pallet of the wrong beige. Check the sample against your benchtop, cabinetry and paint at morning and evening light before committing.
Tile cost FAQs
How much do tiles cost per m² in Australia?
Across our live catalogue, tiles run from $10/m² for budget porcelain up to several hundred dollars per m² for premium mosaics and natural stone. Most porcelain floor tiles sit around $99/m² (median), with quality options from $40-$80/m².
How much does tile laying cost in Australia?
Professional tilers typically charge $60-$120 per m² laid, depending on tile size, pattern (herringbone costs more than stack bond), substrate prep and your location. Waterproofing wet areas is extra. These figures are indicative — get 2-3 local quotes.
What is the cheapest way to tile a room?
Pick a mid-size rectified porcelain (600x600 or 600x1200) in a single colour, lay it stack bond, and keep mosaics or feature tiles to one small zone like a shower niche. Large single-format runs cost less to lay per m² than intricate patterns, and porcelain needs no sealing.
Is porcelain worth the extra cost over ceramic?
Usually yes for floors and wet areas. Porcelain is denser, absorbs less than 0.5% water, resists chips and works outdoors. Ceramic suits low-traffic walls and costs less upfront, but porcelain's durability means fewer replacements over the life of the room.
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