Kitchen tiling
As part of a kitchen revamp we can install wall tiles and splashbacks.
Tiling services · Derby & Derbyshire
Tilers Derby
Reliable wall and floor tiling for homes, businesses and public spaces across Derby and Derbyshire, from a single splashback to a complete kitchen or bathroom renovation.
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- Part of Derbyshire Specialists Group
- £10m public liability insurance
- Kitchens, bathrooms and floors
- Homes and businesses
Reliable tiling services in Derby
At Derbyshire Tiling Specialists our tilers relish the opportunity to create functional and good-looking surfaces in homes, commercial spaces and public areas.
Our tilers work with a wide variety of materials, techniques and designs, each needing its own skills and expertise to give a perfect tiled finish to your walls and floors. As part of Derbyshire Specialists Group we can also provide the other trades you need, so everything comes from one company in one place, whether it's a kitchen or bathroom update, an extension or a complete home renovation.
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Please send some photos and your details through WhatsApp, or use the form, and we'll come back to you with a quote within 24 business hours.
Tiling contractor services
Floor tiling, wall tiling, feature walls and commercial tiling across Derby and Derbyshire.
Bathroom tiling
Large tiles, mosaic tiles, shower boards and underfloor heating too.
Floor tiling
Robust floor tiles, with floor levelling and screeding for the perfect finish.
Feature walls
A striking focal point in stone, brick-style or patterned tiles.
Tile repairs
Broken tiles repaired or replaced, and regrouted where needed.
Grout cleaning, sealing and protection
Ingrained dirt cleaned out of your grout, then sealed to keep it looking good for longer.
Tile removal and preparation
Old tiles removed and surfaces prepared, ready for your chosen finish.
Tile restoration and deep cleaning
Tired tiles deep cleaned, restored and resealed.
Remodelling
As well as the tiling, we can fully remodel any room, not just kitchens and bathrooms.
Tiler near me
If you live in Derby or further afield in Derbyshire, our tiler will come to you. So if you are looking for a tiler near you, we're ideal.
Tiling Derby
From ceramic and porcelain to natural stone and mosaics, we have installed a diverse range of tiling projects, with no two jobs the same. Our attention to detail in every part of tiling, from surface preparation and measuring to cutting, adhesive and grouting, ensures a quality finish. Whether we are working on a small bathroom at home or a large commercial space, our skilled tilers create beautiful and practical spaces.
Many people, including experienced DIYers, think they can just "stick tiles to a wall", but a proper result needs an understanding of different materials, adhesives, grouts and sealants. Products that aren't suitable for the environment, such as wet rooms or outdoor areas, may look fine in the short term but can lead to breakages, cracks and an unsafe area later on. Here is how our tilers approach every job:
Preparing the surface
Tiling onto an uneven surface won't give an acceptable finish, so our tilers assess the existing surface first. Preparation is essential for long-lasting tiling, especially floor tiling, so our tiler will level floors, repair wall cracks and apply primers or waterproof membranes where appropriate.
Measuring and planning the layout
If you have already chosen your tiles, our tilers accurately measure the areas against your tiles and can advise on how many you need, taking into account your layout, symmetry and alignment, and how much will need cutting around existing fixtures.
Cutting around obstacles
Our tilers cut and shape tiles to fit around obstacles such as pipes, corners and sockets. Using the proper tools, such as tile cutters, wet saws and nippers, they achieve an exceptionally tight, neat finish around them.
Choosing the adhesive and setting out patterns
Depending on your tiles, our tiler decides the type and thickness of adhesive, such as cement-based or epoxy, to stop tiles slipping or cracking. If you are mixing plain tiles with patterns, they will agree the layout with you so the patterns fall at the right intervals for the effect you want.
Grouting and sealing
To finish, our tilers grout the gaps between the tiles. The grout lines are even and clean, then sealed to prevent staining and moisture getting in, which keeps the tiling looking good for longer, especially in kitchens and bathrooms. Don't be afraid to use a contrasting grout colour for a more feature-led finish. Our tilers' attention to detail makes sure patterns align and the spacing between tiles is consistent.
Respecting your home
Tiling can be a messy job, but our tilers respect your property and follow strict safety guidelines. If you need to be in and around them while they work, they will agree a safety approach with you so you can get on with your day while they get on with theirs.
Simply send us an enquiry to start the ball rolling.
Tiling installation and fitting in Derby
Our tilers have been fitting tiles across Derbyshire for many years, in locations including Alfreton, Belper, Allestree, Ilkeston and even as far as Chesterfield for larger remodelling projects. Their attention to detail is what makes them sought after. It can be tempting to have a go at tiling yourself, but if it goes wrong it can be messy and destructive to put right. Even if it looks good at first, will it stay up for years, especially in wet areas, and has it been properly grouted and sealed?
Our tilers have years of experience and the proper tools and techniques for a perfect fit every time, and the key is preparation. For floors, that means assessing the stability of the existing subfloor: too much movement makes cracked tiles or grout more likely. Screeding the floor can add stability, but if that is outside your budget we can look at alternatives such as luxury vinyl tiles, which cope with more movement than ceramic tiles. Minor defects in a solid subfloor can be accounted for with subtle adjustments to the adhesive, keeping the tiles perfectly aligned for neat, tidy grouting.
Whether you choose ceramic, porcelain, natural stone or LVT, we know which adhesives and grouts to use. With precise cutting equipment we maximise the tile showing and minimise the grout around awkward pipes and architraves. It takes a little longer, but that attention to detail and pride in our work is what makes our tilers sought after. Good tiling should last many years and lift your property; done badly, it has the opposite effect.
Simply get in touch to arrange a quote, and we can assess which tiling options suit your project.
Commercial tilers Derby
At Derbyshire Tiling Specialists we undertake commercial tiling as well as residential. Applying the tiles is very similar, but the set-up and approach differ, mainly in the scale and complexity of the project. Our commercial tilers typically work on large venues such as offices, schools, hotels and other multiple-occupancy buildings like student accommodation. These spaces benefit from robust, durable materials that stand up to heavy foot traffic, constant use and knocks, so durability often takes slightly higher priority than looks. Large-format and heavy-duty tiles are often specified, which makes getting them to where they are needed more complex, especially across several floors.
Commercial projects often run to tighter schedules because other trades are on site at the same time, so close coordination with electricians, plumbers and others is key. We do this all the time within Derbyshire Specialists Group on residential projects, and larger commercial projects may also involve teams from outside the group.
Safety regulations play a crucial role in commercial tiling, where compliance with building codes and standards is mandatory. Homes still need safety guidelines followed, but the requirements are generally less stringent. Our experienced tilers always carry out their work to the highest safety standards.
Kitchen tiling
Tiling plays a major part in kitchen design, for both practical and decorative reasons. Different tiles are used across floors, walls and splashbacks, each chosen for durability and practicality, and to help make your kitchen the statement room it is in so many households. It is often called the hub of the home and is typically the most used room.
For floors, ceramic and porcelain tiles are popular for their resilience and moisture resistance, making them ideal for busy areas and effective with underfloor heating. Designs including wood-look and stone finishes give you the look you want while staying practical.
Walls may feature ceramic, glass or natural stone tiles, giving a beautiful backdrop with texture and colour, and different sections of wall can use different tiles to highlight different areas.
Tiled splashbacks are often finished in a different set of colourful mosaic or decorative tiles, acting as both a protective barrier and a design feature. They withstand heat and moisture, so they are perfect behind sinks and hobs. If you're not sure what to choose or how far you can mix and match, get in touch today to talk through your kitchen tiling ideas.
Bathroom tiling services across Derby
Wet room and bathroom tiling is one of the main considerations in a bathroom design and renovation, as it not only improves how the space looks but also brings practical benefits.
We install a range of materials and sizes, with ceramic and porcelain the most popular. Mosaic tiling is still popular but has been overtaken by large-format tiles for bathrooms. Larger tiles mean fewer tiles and less grout, and over time it is the grout that attracts dirt and becomes noticeable, especially a light or white grout.
The other growing alternative is shower panels. They can be fitted across all the bathroom walls, but we still find they are mostly fitted around the shower itself while the rest of the bathroom is tiled. This often makes a striking feature of the shower, thanks to the contrast between the two wall finishes.
Floor tiler Derby
Our comprehensive floor tiling service includes floor levelling, which is critical for floor tiles. Protruding tiles are a trip hazard, and tiles that don't sit flat are much more likely to crack or break.
Floor tiles are typically much larger than wall tiles, and some are much thicker to cope with heavy footfall, though these heavy-duty tiles are mostly for commercial use.
At home, floor tile designs can even make your floor look like another material, such as wood, with many made to look like wooden planks and cut in long plank shapes rather than squares or rectangles. Plank tiles can also be fitted to the wall as an alternative to a skirting board; ask our tiler about this option. Find out more about our floor tiling service.
Tile removal and preparation
One of the most important parts of tiling is surface preparation. The adhesive must bond properly to the surface underneath, arguably even more than the tile to the adhesive, as any corrective work is much harder later.
For floor tiles, a flat floor is critical to reduce the chance of tiles or grout cracking. In older properties with a modern extension, there are often two different bases, concrete and wooden floorboards. Concrete is a great surface to tile on, but floorboards must be firmly fixed before any tiling begins.
If you are renovating a bathroom, it is likely some or all of the walls are tiled. We remove old tiles with special-purpose tools for dust-free tile removal, keeping mess to a minimum. Depending on the state of the walls afterwards, they may need re-skimming or reboarding to give a suitable flat surface for retiling. Either way, our tiling contractors prepare the walls properly for a flush, waterproof finish.
Tile and grout repairs
Repairing floor and wall tiles covers cracks, chips and loose tiles. These usually come from temperature changes, moisture getting in, poor installation or heavy impacts, and depending on the damage they can affect the look, practicality and even safety of your space.
If a tile needs replacing, hopefully you have a few spares from the original installation for a perfect match. We remove the damaged tiles, thoroughly clear the old adhesive and grout, then reset them. Loose tiles are dealt with the same way.
A small chip can be fixed with a specialist filler matched to the tile colour; deeper chips mean replacing the tile.
Cracks and gaps in a wet room such as a bathroom should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent further water damage to your walls and floors.
Grout cleaning and sealing
Grout cleaning and sealing is a low-cost way to revitalise tiled floors and walls. In kitchens, especially splashbacks behind hobs, light grout can be stained by food splashes, particularly strong spices such as turmeric or chilli powder, which stand out against a light grout and mean more frequent cleaning. To reduce this there are a couple of options:
- Regrout in a darker colour.
- Regrout with epoxy grout: a more expensive, stain-resistant, non-porous option that removes the need for frequent cleaning and resealing. Splashes simply wipe off.
In bathrooms, grout faces much higher moisture levels, so discolouration and dirt build up faster and often more severely. Soap, dirt, limescale and hair colouring products all leave their mark. Depending on how dirty it is, we may use a combination of solutions and steam to get the grout looking good again. Once clean, we apply a professional-grade sealant to protect it for longer.
Whether your tiles are ceramic, porcelain or natural stone, we can use the same cleaning and resealing techniques, and it is far more affordable than a full retile or replacing tiles with shower boards.
Tile restoration and deep cleaning
We also offer a tile restoration and cleaning service. What can be achieved depends largely on the type of tiles, their current state and the result you are hoping for.
Our tilers in Derby can restore your tiles in several ways, but first the tiles must be cleaned thoroughly so we can see exactly what state they are in and what restoration is possible. We use the right cleaning method for each tile type, as the porosity of the tile determines both the cleaning method and the restoration options. Popular areas for restoration are busy rooms such as hallways, kitchens and bathrooms.
If there is heavy discolouration, depending on the tile type and whether it's a floor or wall, we may be able to grind down the surface layer and repolish it. Another option for wall tiles is painting, which is growing in popularity as a lower-cost way than replacement to dramatically change the look of a tiled wall, although patterns on individual tiles won't be possible, only different colours in different sections.
For natural stone floor tiles, a major part of restoration is resealing, which can make a very noticeable difference. If you are thinking of restoring your tiles, call in the professionals: we know our tiles and which cleaning and sealing will give long-term results.
Tiler in Derby
If you are looking for a tiler in Derby, simply get in touch with us today to discuss your requirements.
Feature wall tiling
Feature wall tiling has become a prominent interior design trend, particularly in Derby, where homeowners are looking to add character, style and texture to their living spaces. Decorative tiles create a striking focal point, often on one wall of a living room or even part of a wall, such as a chimney breast or media wall. Popular tiles include ceramic, porcelain and natural stone, often in a brick style, each offering different textures, colours and finishes.
The growing popularity of tiled feature walls in Derby comes from the desire for personalisation and the influence of social media showcasing design ideas. A tiled feature wall is low maintenance, which is especially useful behind candles that leave soot: wiping down tiles is quick and simple compared with a painted or papered wall. Contemporary tiles make feature walls an attractive choice, blending looks with practicality.
Tile selection
With so many tile options it can be difficult to know where to start when choosing a tile for a project, as moisture and how the room is used should influence your decision as much as colours and designs. Here are some of the most common types, with more on our types of tiles page:
- Ceramic tiles are among the most common in the UK: versatile, affordable and available in a wide range of colours, followed by porcelain tiles.
- Natural stone tiles include marble, granite, slate and limestone, each with its own characteristics for handling and installation. Quarry tiles are unglazed and made from natural clay.
- Mosaic tiles are small pieces of glass, ceramic or stone, usually joined on a sheet to form a larger tile and speed up installation.
- Terrazzo tiles are a composite of marble, quartz or glass chips set in a binder, known for their durability and unique looks.
- Vinyl tiles are a cost-effective, versatile option that shouldn't be discounted for floors.
Remodelling
When we tile across Derbyshire, it is almost always part of remodelling a house or room. If so, we can carry out all the trades involved, including drywall installation if you want to create new partitions or divide a room. For kitchen and bathroom renovations we can install extractor fans and all the plumbing, even if you have changed where your sanitaryware and shower go.
We can even assemble new kitchen and bathroom cabinets and storage, and if you decide not to tile floor to ceiling we can fit shower boards or take care of any painting needed on ceilings or walls that aren't tiled.
As part of Derbyshire Specialists Group we have trade experts in every field, so your remodelling project runs smoothly with one guarantee and one invoice, taking the hassle out of dealing with multiple trades.
Simply complete our online form to arrange a quote.
Tiler Derbyshire
We cover Derby city centre and these towns across Derbyshire:
- Belper
- Ilkeston
- Heanor
- Ashbourne
- Ripley
- Borrowash
- Castle Donington
- Melbourne
- Alfreton
- Somercotes
- South Normanton
- Allestree
- Quarndon
See the full list of areas we serve.
Common Derbyshire tiling questions
What should I look for when choosing a tiler?
First, look for a tiler with experience and expertise in the type of tiling you need, and make sure they have appropriate insurance. Communication matters too: if they can't communicate well, you may not get the result you expected. It can be tempting to go with a tiler who says yes to everything just to win your work, but a good tiler will point out potential risks, such as a poor surface to tile on. That way you get the best long-term finish, not one that looks nice for a short time before tiles crack or come loose.
Why should I choose Derbyshire Tiling Specialists in Derby?
We provide tiling for businesses and homes, focusing on a quality finish every time. We discuss projects without jargon, so you know exactly what you are going to get. As part of Derbyshire Specialists Group we can combine specialist trades for kitchen and bathroom fits that need electricians, joiners and plumbers too, but you only have one invoice and one guarantee for all the work. Simple and stress free.
What is your most common tiling job?
Most often it is fitting ceramic or porcelain tiles in homes, particularly in kitchens and bathrooms. These rooms are remodelled frequently because they are so heavily used and need practical, good-looking surfaces, which makes tiles ideal. Kitchen splashbacks, and tiling around stand-alone toilets and basins to protect the walls from moisture, are also popular.
What are some common challenges faced by tilers in Derby?
Like any trade, tilers face challenges that can complicate installation and affect the result. The main one is achieving a level surface, as uneven floors or walls make it hard to lay tiles properly. Cutting tiles around corners, fixtures and irregular spaces used to take a lot of extra time, but modern cutting tools have made that much easier. If clients haven't checked with their tiler that they have enough tiles, and no more are available, some compromise is needed. Sometimes limited working space to reach and fix tiles is a challenge too, but we haven't yet met a challenge we couldn't overcome.
How much does tiling cost in Derby?
As a guide, installed tiles typically cost £20–£40 per m² for ceramic, £30–£60 for porcelain, £50–£100 or more for natural stone and £70–£120 for mosaic and decorative tiles. A small bathroom floor of 5–7 m² is typically £400–£600. Every job is different, so send us photos for a fixed quote.
For more detail, read our guide to tiling costs in Derby.
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