Tiling prices in Hungary, 2026: wall and floor tiling per m²
Walls, floors, mosaic — 2026 tiling prices per m².
Updated: 2026-07-28 · 4 min read
Tiling is priced per m², driven mainly by tile size and the condition of the surface. Small tiles and mosaic are slower and therefore dearer; large-format tiles need a genuinely flat substrate, which can be a separate cost.
Labour per square metre
| Work | Typical labour |
|---|---|
| Wall tiling | HUF 5,000 – 9,000 / m² |
| Floor tiling | HUF 4,500 – 8,000 / m² |
| Mosaic, large-format tiles | HUF 8,000 – 15,000 / m² |
| Removing old tiles | HUF 1,500 – 3,500 / m² |
| Levelling the substrate | HUF 2,000 – 4,500 / m² |
| Liquid waterproof membrane | HUF 3,000 – 6,000 / m² |
What does a full bathroom cost?
| Room | Total tiling labour |
|---|---|
| Bathroom, 4 m² floor area | HUF 150,000 – 350,000 |
| Kitchen splashback run | HUF 40,000 – 90,000 |
| Balcony, terrace (frost-proof tile) | HUF 6,000 – 11,000 / m² |
Materials are not included. Tiles, adhesive, grout and trims are separate — allow 10% for cutting waste, or 15% for patterned or diagonal layouts.
Where not to economise
- Ask for a liquid membrane around showers and baths — without it water reaches the wall structure and the repair costs many times more.
- For large-format tiles a flat substrate is a requirement, not an option; without it tiles crack or sit proud.
- Agree the layout direction and grout colour before work starts.
- Grouting quality decides whether the bathroom develops mould in 3 years or 15.
How long does it take?
A 4 m² bathroom including strip-out, waterproofing, tiling and grouting typically takes 4–7 working days — not because that's the hands-on time, but because membranes and adhesives need to cure. Anyone promising two days is either skipping a layer or not waiting for it to dry.
Frequently asked questions
What does tiling cost per m² in 2026?
Wall tiling is typically HUF 5,000 – 9,000 / m² and floor tiling HUF 4,500 – 8,000 / m² in labour. Mosaic and large-format tiles run HUF 8,000 – 15,000 / m².
Are materials included in the per-m² price?
No. Tiles, adhesive, grout and trims are separate. Allow 10% for cutting waste, 15% for diagonal or patterned layouts.
What does tiling a whole bathroom cost?
Labour for a 4 m² bathroom is typically HUF 150,000 – 350,000 including strip-out and waterproofing.
Is waterproofing needed under tiles?
Around showers and baths, yes. It adds HUF 3,000 – 6,000 / m² and costs far less than repairing a leak later.