Tile Installation
In tiling, quality shows in joint alignment and a dead-level surface, not the tile itself — the workmanship is our signature.
With large-format porcelain now standard, tiling has become its own specialism: slabs of 120×60 and above demand double-sided adhesive coverage (buttering-floating), because a hollow tile cracks under load. At EMC Decor every tile is bedded to full contact with a notched trowel, lippage is prevented with a levelling system, and joints are laser-aligned.
In wet areas, tiling always goes over waterproofing with drain slopes preserved. Grout options include stain-proof epoxy for bathrooms and kitchen splashbacks. We work demolition-included and report the substrate's screed and bonding condition at the survey.
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Why EMC Decor
Large-format porcelain expertise: double-spread adhesive, full contact
Levelling systems and laser alignment — no lippage
Wet areas always tiled over waterproofing, slopes preserved
Epoxy grout option: stain-proof and mould-resistant
Process
Survey & Substrate Check
Level and bonding checks on floors/walls; screed or self-leveller recommended if needed.
Duration: 1 day
Layout Plan
Tile layout, cut positions and joint width approved on a drawing — waste minimised.
Duration: 1 day
Installation
Full-contact bedding with levelling system and laser alignment; daily photo record.
Duration: 10–20 m²/day
Grouting & Handover
Grouting, silicone seals and cleaning; joint inspection and warranty registration.
Duration: 1–2 days
Realized Work & Process
Tiling labour is priced per m², by tile size and pattern complexity.
View PricingFrequently Asked Questions
Can new tiles go over old ones?
Technically possible but we advise against it: floor height rises, doors clash and voids in the old surface transfer to the new. We work with removal plus proper substrate prep.
How is epoxy grout different from cement grout?
Epoxy grout is waterproof, stain-proof and mould-resistant — ideal for splashbacks and shower zones. It demands skill: cleaned wrong, it films over the tile, which is why it costs more in labour.
Do you supply the tiles?
Both models work: you can buy your own tiles, or we procure through partner dealers at project discount. Either way we calculate waste and recommend ordering with a 7–10% margin.
Do you tile over underfloor heating?
Yes — we use flexible (S1/S2 class) adhesive, tile after the system's commissioning heat cycle, and leave expansion joints per the layout.
Related Services
Bathroom Renovation
A bathroom's lifespan is decided by the waterproofing under the tiles, not the tiles — we get the invisible right first.
Complete Home Renovation
We strip an old home back to its structure and rebuild it to as-new standard, from utilities to the final coat of paint.
Repair & Maintenance Works
There is no such thing as a small job — a badly repaired crack becomes a major renovation two years later.
Masonry Works
Masonry is the core of this trade: the line is stretched, the level speaks — we've laid to the same discipline for thirty years.
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