Porcelain Tile Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of porcelain tiles supplied and laid. Enter the area, porcelain is harder and less porous than ceramic, and large-format and outdoor-grade tiles cost more to buy and to lay well.
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Porcelain is denser and harder-wearing than ceramic, and most outdoor and high-traffic tiles are porcelain. The laying cost depends more on tile size and substrate than on the porcelain itself.
💰 Ways to save
- Standard-size porcelain is cheaper to lay than large-format, which demands a dead-flat substrate.
- Buy 10% extra from the same batch, colour and size vary between batches and you want matching spares.
- Get the floor level first, screeding before tiling is cheaper than fixing lippage after.
or from $16/week over 5 years , indicative finance
How we estimate this
Porcelain tiles in Australia typically cost around $70 to $130 per square metre supplied and laid in 2026, with large-format, outdoor-grade and premium stone-look tiles toward the top. A 30m² area often lands around $2,500 to $5,000, more with waterproofing and tile removal.
Pricing reviewed: November 2026.
Pricing reviewed November 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding porcelain tile costs in Australia
Porcelain tiles in Australia typically cost around $70 to $130 per square metre supplied and laid in 2026, with large-format, outdoor-grade and premium stone-look tiles toward the top. A 30m² area often lands around $2,500 to $5,000, more with waterproofing and tile removal.
Porcelain is harder and less porous than ceramic, which is why it is used outdoors and in high-traffic areas. The laying price is driven by tile size and the substrate, large tiles need a perfectly flat bed and full adhesive coverage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to lay porcelain tiles in Australia?
Roughly $70 to $130 per square metre supplied and laid in 2026, so about $2,500 to $5,000 for a 30m² area. Large-format, outdoor and premium tiles cost more, as does tile removal and waterproofing.
Is porcelain better than ceramic tile?
Porcelain is denser, harder and less porous, so it handles outdoor use, wet areas and heavy traffic better. Ceramic is cheaper and fine for walls and lower-traffic indoor floors.
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