Tile installation costs in Dubai 2026
Floor tiles (standard pattern): 35–55 AED per m² labour. Wall tiles in bathroom: 45–70 AED per m². Mosaic or complex pattern: 80–120 AED per m². Prices are labour only — materials are additional.
Tile prices in Dubai
Local tiles (Dragon Mart): 15–40 AED per m². Spanish and Italian tiles: 80–300 AED per m². Budget local tiles offer perfectly acceptable quality for standard renovations.
What affects the labour cost
- Tile size — large format is more complex to lay
- Pattern — diagonal and herringbone cost 20–30% more than straight lay
- Subfloor condition — screed adds 20–35 AED per m²
- Removing old tiles — 15–25 AED per m²
Tile installation timeline
Bathroom 6 m²: 2–3 days. Living room 30 m²: 3–5 days. Full apartment 100 m²: 7–12 days. Tiles need 24–48 hours to set before grouting.
How to choose a tiler in Dubai
Ask to see photos of previous work. Confirm whether grouting and clean-up are included in the price. Dubai Vista handles tile installation with a flatness guarantee and firm timelines.