Tile Laying Singapore: $5-$25/sq ft · Bathroom & Kitchen Retiling
From bathroom retiling to kitchen backsplash, terrace tiling to entryway feature walls, FixMove's BCA-licensed tilers deliver clean grout lines, perfect waterproofing, and a 5-year warranty against leaks.
Tile Laying Pricing by Type (2026)
Basic Floor Tile
S$5-$8/sq ft
Ceramic / homogeneous, 600x600mm, includes adhesive + grout
Wall Tile (Bathroom/Kitchen)
S$10-$18/sq ft
Includes plastering, waterproofing prep
Mosaic / Subway Tile
S$15-$25/sq ft
Pattern-laid, more grout work
Marble / Stone Tile
S$18-$28/sq ft
Premium cuts, sealed grout, polish included
Vinyl Plank Floor
S$4-$8/sq ft
Glue-down or click-lock, 5-7 mm thick
SPC / WPC Flooring
S$6-$12/sq ft
Waterproof, click-lock, 4-8 mm
Common Tile Projects in Singapore
| Project | Price | Days |
|---|---|---|
| HDB common bathroom retiling (5 sq m) | S$1,500-$2,800 | 5-7 days |
| HDB master bathroom retiling (8 sq m) | S$2,800-$4,500 | 6-8 days |
| Condo bathroom retiling | S$2,500-$5,500 | 6-8 days |
| Kitchen backsplash (8-12 sq ft) | S$400-$900 | 1-2 days |
| Kitchen floor retiling (35-45 sq ft) | S$650-$1,200 | 2-3 days |
| Living room floor (250-450 sq ft) | S$2,500-$5,500 | 3-5 days |
| Terrace / balcony retiling | S$1,200-$3,500 | 3-5 days |
| Whole HDB 4-room retiling | S$8,500-$15,000 | 10-14 days |
| Feature wall (entry / TV) | S$680-$1,800 | 2-3 days |
| Tile crack patch (1-3 tiles) | S$120-$220 | Same day |
Bathroom Retiling: Full Process Day-by-Day
- Day 1: Site protection (plastic + drop cloths), demo old tiles + adhesive
- Day 2: Waste removal + floor leveling (if uneven)
- Day 3: PU waterproofing primer + 2 coats Sika/Mapei membrane
- Day 4: 24-hr cure (waterproofing must dry before tile)
- Day 5: Floor tile laying + drying
- Day 6: Wall tile laying + grouting
- Day 7: Silicone sealing + final cleaning + handover
Total: 5-7 days. Faster turnaround possible for express jobs ($300-$500 surcharge).
Tile Brands We Work With
- Hafary — Mid-premium, wide selection, fast supply
- Lian Hin — Premium imported tiles (Italy, Spain)
- Soon Bee Huat — Affordable, large showroom in Sin Ming
- Rice Fields — Architectural / designer tiles
- SaA Tiles — Marine-grade for outdoor / wet areas
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does tile laying cost in Singapore?
Basic ceramic floor: $5-$8/sq ft. Wall tiles: $10-$18. Mosaic/marble: $15-$25. Bathroom retile: $1,500-$3,800.
Full bathroom retiling cost?
HDB (5 sq m): $1,500-$2,800. Master (8 sq m): $2,800-$4,500. Condo: $2,500-$5,500.
How long for bathroom retiling?
Total 5-7 days including hacking, waterproofing cure, tiling, grouting, silicone.
Do I need waterproofing?
Yes for wet areas. HDB requires PU membrane. FixMove uses Sika/Mapei with 5-year warranty.
Can I provide my own tiles?
Yes. Labour-only rates: $4-$6/sq ft floor, $8-$15 wall. Owner provides 5% extra for cuts.
Kitchen backsplash cost?
HDB standard (8 sq ft): $400-$700. Pattern (subway): +$80-$120. Glass mosaic: $120-$220/sq ft.
Doing the bathroom anyway? FixMove offers a bundled bathroom refresh: tile + plumbing + new fixtures + paint. See Bathroom Renovation Package $4K-$15K →
WhatsApp room photos + sq ft measurement to FixMove. We send a fixed quote with material recommendations within 1 hour.
WhatsApp Quote +65 9823 7108Related Renovation Services
- Bathroom Renovation — $4K-$15K full transform
- Kitchen Renovation — $8K-$25K
- Painting Service — $1.8K-$6.5K full house
- Whole-House Renovation — $28K-$85K
- Full-House Customization — Built-in carpentry
- HDB Renovation Cost Guide
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✅ Licensing & Compliance — Renovation
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