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Tiling cost per m2 Netherlands 2026 — price for tiles including labour
Current overview of tiling costs per m2 in the Netherlands 2026. What does bathroom or kitchen tiling cost including labour, what are the differences per tile type? With cost tables.
Quick answer
Tiling costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 35 to € 120 per m² including labour and adhesive. Tile material costs are separate and vary from € 15 to € 150+ per m².
Tiling costs by type
1. Labour + adhesive per m² (excluding tiles)
| Installation type | Labour + adhesive cost per m² | |---|---| | Wall tiles (straight bond pattern) | € 25–€ 50/m² | | Floor tiles (straight bond) | € 30–€ 55/m² | | Herringbone or diagonal pattern | € 40–€ 70/m² | | Large format tiles (> 60 × 60 cm) | € 45–€ 80/m² | | Mosaic or small tiles (< 10 × 10 cm) | € 60–€ 120/m² | | Grouting | included |
2. Sample costs for complete bathroom tiling
| Space | Total cost (labour + materials) | |---|---| | Small bathroom (10 m² wall + floor) | € 1,500–€ 4,000 | | Medium bathroom (20 m²) | € 3,000–€ 7,000 | | Large bathroom + shower (30 m²) | € 5,000–€ 12,000 |
3. Tile removal (additional cost)
| Work | Cost per m² | |---|---| | Chipping / removing old tiles | € 10–€ 25/m² | | Substrate levelling | € 8–€ 20/m² | | Waterproof system (shower tanking) | € 15–€ 35/m² |
Tips for tiling
- Choose large format for small spaces — fewer grout lines = larger appearance
- Use rectified tiles — precise dimensions, minimal grout joints (1–2 mm)
- Always apply waterproofing in shower and bath areas (NEN 2778 standard)
- Order 10% extra tiles for breakage, cuts, and future repairs
- Use a professional tiler — DIY tiling is more prone to leaks and misalignment than expected
Permit for tiling
Bathroom or kitchen tiling: no permit required.
Conclusion
Tiling costs in the Netherlands range from € 35 to € 120 per m² for labour and adhesive. For a complete bathroom tiling job as part of a bathroom renovation, a coordinated project brief saves time and cost.
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