Tiling a Bathroom in Centurion: 2026 Cost Breakdown
A clear breakdown of what a bathroom retile costs in Centurion in 2026 — labour, materials, hidden costs, and how to spec a quote that won't balloon mid-project.
A standard 2.5m × 3m bathroom in Centurion costs R28,000-R55,000 to retile in 2026 — labour, adhesive, grout, and tiles included. The spread comes down mostly to tile choice and how thorough the prep is.
The line items
- Tiler labour — R280-R450/m² for floors, R350-R550/m² for walls (more time per square metre, lots of cutting around fittings).
- Tile adhesive + grout + silicone — R85-R150/m² depending on tile size and type.
- Tile cost — entry-level R150-R250/m²; mid-range R280-R450/m²; premium porcelain R500-R900/m².
- Demolition and disposal — R3,500-R8,500 for a full bathroom strip including rubble removal.
- Plumbing relocation — R1,800-R6,500 if you're moving the basin or shower.
- Re-grouting only (if tiles are intact) — R150-R280/m², dramatic results.
Where the price spread comes from
Two factors. First, large-format tiles (60×60cm or larger porcelain) require completely flat substrates and a levelling system in the tiler's kit — they cost more in labour. Second, "while we're at it" additions: the moment the tiles come off, electrical and plumbing access opens up, and many homeowners take the opportunity to re-do those too.
Realistic timeline
A full bathroom retile is 5-8 working days, plus 24-48 hours for grout to fully cure before use. Don't book one over a weekend hoping it's done by Monday.
Browse Centurion tilers on Handi-za — most post photos of recent bathroom jobs you can scrutinise before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Should I do a full retile or just regrout?
If your tiles are intact and the issue is grout discoloration or patches of black mould, regrouting saves 70-80% versus a full retile and usually looks dramatically better. If tiles are cracked, lippage is bad, or the layout doesn't work, retile.
Can I supply my own tiles?
Yes — most Centurion tilers are happy to lay client-supplied tiles. But: order 10-15% more than measured (cuts, breakages, future repairs need spare tiles), confirm batch numbers match across boxes, and make sure adhesive type matches the tile (ceramic vs porcelain need different adhesives).