Shower Tiling Costs and Considerations
The typical cost range to tile a shower is $225 to $1,920, with a national average cost of $900. The exact cost will vary depending on various factors such as the size of the shower, the type of tile, the installation pattern, tile size and finish, and labor cost.
Professional installation adds $5 to $10 per square foot. Expect to pay $1,050 to $2,100 to install tile in a 150 square foot room.
It costs about $25 per square foot to tile a shower. This includes tile, installation and materials. The average total cost falls between $450 and $1,000. Cost depends on tile type and size of space. Ceramic tile costs $1.25-$100 per square foot, natural stone tiles cost $5-$15 per square foot, glass tiles cost $10-$20 per square foot, and mosaic tiles cost $5-$30 per square foot.
You’ll also need to factor in labor costs for installation. HomeAdvisor says the average cost to install shower tile professionally is $900-$2,500.
Labor and Installation Details
One contractor said he would charge $250 for demolition, $350 for sheetrock, $100 for waterproof membrane, $300 to set four-inch curb, and $1,200 for tile labor.
Varied Costs and Comparisons
The price to convert a bathtub to a walk-in shower is $1,200 to $8,000, averaging $3,000. You’ll pay $2,150 to $7,950 for a walk-in style, compared to $1,200 to $3,600 for a stall. Cost depends on whether you choose a one-piece stall or custom design. Prefabricated shower kits contrast with custom-built ceramic tile showers. Carpenters construct the structural frame for tile showers, then tilers construct and install them on site.