Bathroom Tiling Melbourne

Yes, you technically can do tiling yourself but whether or not the end result will be worth your time and effort is another question. While we understand that some property owners may want to spend as little as possible, the consequences of bad tiling can easily exceed the initial cost savings of doing it yourself.

Yes, you can tile straight over existing tiles. However, the answer to whether or not you should tile straight over existing tiles can vary on a case-by-case basis. It’s best that you invite a professional to come over and inspect the existing tiles as well as the additional tiles you plan to install. They’ll be able to provide you with advice on proper tiling techniques, required preparation procedures, and the right materials and tools to use.

Five steps are needed to waterproof your bathroom before tiling. The first step is to ensure all bathroom surfaces are clean. The second step is to apply primer on the surfaces. The third step is to apply silicone between gaps in surfaces. Wait 24 hours before proceeding to the fourth step, which is the first application of a waterproofing membrane. Wait 24 hours again before proceeding to the fifth step, which is the second application of a waterproofing membrane.

Waterproofing membranes can come in the form of sheets or a flexible substance. You can use either or a combination of both types to waterproof your bathroom before tiling. Additionally, some bathroom tilers in Melbourne, such as City Tiling & Stone, offer waterproofing services. Given the importance of waterproofing in bathrooms, it’s likely better to hire professionals like us than do it yourself to avoid any potentially costly mistakes.

Excluding the usual 24 hours you need to wait after tiling before you can use a newly-tiled bathroom, the shortest time it can take to tile a bathroom is around 6 hours. However, the general consensus among tilers is that it takes about a day for them to tile a bathroom. Others say it takes them much longer, anywhere from a few days to a week. Furthermore, there are so many factors that can impact the actual duration of the job. For an exact answer, you’ll need to invite bathroom tilers in Melbourne to take a look at your bathroom.

Aside from tiling straight over existing tiles, you can change bathroom tiles without removing them by applying paint, tile stickers, glazes, coatings, vinyl, or laminate. As each material has its specific advantages and disadvantages, consulting a professional on the best option for your bathroom is recommended.