Every day we spend time in the bathroom, its atmosphere and comfort can set the tone for the rest of our day. Give your shower or tub a timeless makeover with tile and stone installation.
Like in any other area of the home installing ceramic tile in your shower should correspond with two main criteria: function and design.In terms of function, no other shower material is better than tile – it is very durable, stain and water-resistant, long-lasting and very easy to clean and maintain.Tile is a perfect choice for high traffic and wet areas such as bathroom showers. For design, tile is the most popular option used for shower installation across the country that adds both beauty andvalue to your bathroom and the whole home.
The average cost for shower tile installation varies greatly depending onquality of endless options of tile, your shower size, the difficulty of the project and your location. Nevertheless, the average material costs for shower tile and stone installation in Toronto vary from $0.50 per square foot of ceramic tile to $84 per square foot of Kohler glazed porcelain accent tile. In regards to tile installation costs, you can expect to pay an average of $25 per square foot, depending on the grade of material that is used. For a medium-sized shower, the price is about $2,000.
Besides the tile itself, certain material costs should be considered for any tiling project. Fortunately, as it is seen above, most do not exceed $200. Required materials for shower tile installation include:
- Cement backer board: $10 per sheet
- Adhesive: $50
- Redgardwaterproofing &crack prevention membrane: $50
- Thinsetandgrout: $50
- Trim andbullnose cap andedge tiles: $150 to $200
Since installing ceramic tile in a shower is time-consuming and demanding process, most shower contractors charge at least $10/sf for new shower tile installation. If you see anything lower, be weary of the final product. It may not be up to your standard.
If you are changing up your tile, your existing tile needs to be removed without damaging the drywall or any studs behind the shower. Most shower contractors provide removing of the old shower tile for $300 extra.
Finally, the design influences on your tiling price. The more complicated the design, the more expensive your project is. Expect to pay an additional 20% on your tile shower cost for intricate patterns.