Tiling – Projects and Qualified Teams

Tiling is one of the most demanding finishing trades: dimensional accuracy, correct substrate preparation, and the right installation system determine decades of durability. The trade covers wall and floor tiles in bathrooms, kitchens, entryways, stairs, and commercial spaces, as well as large formats, mosaic work, natural stone, and installations for wet or exterior areas. Core steps include substrate assessment, composite waterproofing in wet zones, selection of mortar and adhesive systems by format and substrate, and grouting technique. Example Germany: composite waterproofing in bathrooms is governed by DIN 18534; exterior tile installation follows DIN 18157 and ZDB guidelines.

FAQ

How much does tiling cost per m² as subcontracted work?

Which tile patterns are currently in demand?

Which composite waterproofing is mandatory in bathrooms?

Which adhesive for which tile?

What are the most common defects?

How long does a standard 25 m² bathroom take?

How much does tiling cost per m² as subcontracted work?: Example Germany: standard format (30×60, 60×60) 30–50 €/m², large format (80×80, 120×60) 45–70 €/m², mosaic 60–100 €/m², natural stone from 70 €/m² – excluding material. In Poland prices are typically 30–40 % below German rates.
Which tile patterns are currently in demand?: Large formats 80×80 and 120×60 with narrow joints (2 mm), herringbone for rectangular sizes, hexagon in bathrooms and entryways. Natural stone: cross joints or random bond. Exterior often 60×60 R11 anti-slip.
Which composite waterproofing is mandatory in bathrooms?: Example Germany: per DIN 18534 for water exposure classes W0-I through W3-I. Mandatory in walk-in showers with linear drains and adjacent walls up to 200 mm above the highest splash level. Liquid sealant with sealing tape at junctions.
Which adhesive for which tile?: Standard thin-bed mortar (C2TE) for interior up to 60×60. Large formats 80×80 and above: highly flexible (S1) using buttering-floating. Natural stone and large light-coloured tiles: rapid-set crystal-white adhesive to prevent discolouration.
What are the most common defects?: Voids under tiles (poor adhesive contact), cracks over movement joints due to missing separation joints, visible lippage with large formats (insufficient adhesive, uneven substrate), natural stone discolouration from wrong adhesive.
How long does a standard 25 m² bathroom take?: Complete standard bathroom including composite waterproofing, wall and floor tiles, grouting: 4–6 working days for an experienced two-person team. Large format or natural stone: 6–8 days. Account for drying times between waterproofing and laying.

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