Tiling is one of those jobs where the finish is permanent and the waterproofing underneath is invisible, so getting it right the first time matters. Whether it is a bathroom, kitchen splashback or floor in Queenstown, the best tilers combine precise setting-out with certified waterproofing that protects your home for years.
This page highlights the Top 5 tilers in Queenstown, based on independent research into reputation, workmanship, waterproofing certification and consistency across past projects.
The top 5 tilers in Queenstown are 1. Queenstown Tiling, 2. ArtTile, 3. Tiling Plus, 4. Hapori Tiling, 5. Bella Casa Tiling. Below we explain why each made the list, compare them at a glance, and share how to choose.
This featured position sits above the editorial Top 5 and is clearly labelled. It does not influence the rankings below.
Queenstown Tiling services the Queenstown Lakes District with quality tiling, high-quality waterproofing systems and floor levelling and substrate preparation.
Operating from a Frankton showroom since 2010, ArtTile supplies tiles from porcelain to high-end natural stone alongside installation, waterproofing and plastering, covering Arrowtown, Cromwell and Glenorchy.
Tiling Plus is led by a German trade-qualified tiler with 20+ years’ experience and certified waterproofing, servicing Queenstown from a Wanaka base with a 5-year workmanship guarantee.
Hapori Tiling handle residential and commercial tiling across Queenstown, including kitchen splashbacks, exterior tiling, waterproofing and underfloor heating.
Based at Glenda Drive in Frankton with 15 years operating, Bella Casa covers internal and external tiling, screeding, waterproofing and underfloor heating across porcelain, ceramic, mosaic and natural stone.
A quick comparison of our Top 5 picks.
| Tiler | Best for |
|---|---|
| Queenstown Tiling | Bathroom and floor tiling with waterproofing |
| ArtTile | Supply-and-install including natural stone |
| Tiling Plus | Premium and natural-stone tiling |
| Hapori Tiling | All-round tiling with underfloor heating |
| Bella Casa Tiling | Experienced tiling across all materials |
Independent, editorial, and reviewed regularly.
TopChoice rankings are editorially curated by our New Zealand team and reviewed periodically. We don't host our own reviews. Our shortlists draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside our own research into each tiler. We weigh up a combination of:
We don't accept payment in exchange for a place in the Top 5. Featured placements are separate and always clearly labelled. Rankings may change over time as businesses evolve.
The most important part of a tiling job is the part you will never see: the waterproofing membrane beneath wet-area tiles. In Queenstown, bathroom and shower waterproofing should be done by a certified applicator who can issue a PS3 producer statement for council compliance. Ask about this before you book, as it protects your home and matters at resale.
Beyond waterproofing, look at setting-out: even grout lines, level floors with correct falls to the drain, neat cuts around fixtures and tidy silicone. Underfloor heating under tiles is popular in Queenstown given how cold it gets. Large-format and natural-stone tiles need extra skill, so check the tiler has done similar work.
Tiling is usually priced per square metre, but the rate varies with tile size, layout complexity, surface preparation and whether waterproofing is needed. Large-format tiles, natural stone and intricate patterns cost more to lay. Get a quote that separates tiling, waterproofing and any substrate work.
For wet-area waterproofing, a PS3 producer statement from a certified applicator is commonly required for council sign-off on consented bathroom work. Using a tiler who can author one avoids delays, so confirm they are registered before the job starts.
Queenstown’s cold winters make heated tiled floors a very popular choice. Tiling is the natural time to install electric underfloor heating mats, so raise it at the quoting stage to plan the heating, substrate and waterproofing together rather than retrofitting later.
Sometimes, if the existing tiles are sound, well bonded and the floor levels allow it, but in wet areas fresh waterproofing is usually needed, which means stripping back. A good Queenstown tiler will assess the substrate and advise whether to overlay or remove first.
A typical bathroom takes several days to a week or more, because waterproofing membranes and tile adhesive each need curing time before the next stage. These drying times cannot be safely rushed, so allow for them in your renovation plan.
Yes, though stone and large-format tiles need extra skill in cutting, setting-out and sealing. If your project uses premium materials, choose a Queenstown tiler with specific experience and ask to see examples of similar completed work.
Editorial disclosure: TopChoice is an independent editorial platform. Some pages may include clearly labelled featured placements for additional visibility. Featured placements do not influence rankings within our Top 5 lists.
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