Floors & living spaces
A quiet foundation.
Considered tile direction, balanced joints and clean transitions connect the space.
Explore floor tile installation ›Tile installation in Vancouver, BCEvery line.
Considered.
Bathrooms, showers, floors and backsplashes. Thoughtful preparation, precise layouts and finishing details that bring your space together.
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1,000+ projectscompleted across our services
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Tile installation services
Made for your space.
Installed for real life.
Priority One Flooring installs tile in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland for homes, condos, strata properties and selected commercial interiors. Explore the installation scope for your project.
A complete approach to wet-area detail.
Bathroom tile installation.
Bathroom floors, shower walls, niches and tub surrounds. We review the substrate, waterproofing continuity, drain interfaces, layout and edges as one installation scope. Plumbing, fixtures and broader renovation work are identified separately.
A clean foundation for everyday living.
Floor tile installation.
Porcelain, ceramic, stone and wood-look tile for entries, kitchens, bathrooms and other suitable interiors. Preparation, floor stability, adjoining heights and the selected tile inform the installation method and finish.
Small area. A visible difference.
Kitchen backsplash installation.
Plan around cabinets, outlets, countertop lines and focal points. We review the intended tile, cuts, edge profiles and grout details so the finished backsplash meets the surrounding kitchen cleanly.
Fewer lines. More preparation.
Large-format tile installation.
Larger porcelain and stone formats call for suitable substrate flatness, careful handling, coverage and layout control. Tile dimensions, warpage, joint spacing and the selected installation system are reviewed before work begins.
Your tile. Our installation. Your team selects and sources the tile. We install suitable porcelain, ceramic, natural stone and mosaic finishes, including wood-look and rectified formats. The product and space guide the preparation, setting and finishing requirements.
Beyond the surface
Built beneath
the beauty.
The finish is what you see. Substrate readiness, bonding, wet-area details and movement planning support it.
Flatness comes first.
Review the surface and the tile format before setting out the room. Patching, grinding, levelling or suitable underlayment may be needed to achieve the required base.
Waterproofing is its own system.
Showers and wet areas need coordinated details behind the tile, including relevant corners, niches, penetrations and drains. Tile and grout do not replace that system.
Joints and edges need a plan.
Joint width, changes of plane, perimeter movement, trims and transitions are planned with the selected tile and assembly. Rectified tile still needs appropriate joints.
Installation materials
The materials behind the finish.
Established installation brands, with materials selected around your tile, substrate and finishing details.
The product system is confirmed for each project.
Plan around the building
Your space.
A considered approach.
The same tile can require a different installation plan in a home, a high-rise or a working commercial space.
A personal space.
A practical plan.
Coordinate room access, demolition and protection around the areas you use every day.
- Share the rooms, dimensions and selected tile.
- Confirm what needs removal and who clears the area.
- Agree on protection, work dates and return-to-use guidance.
Shared building.
Thoughtful coordination.
Building rules shape the installation. Review approvals, work hours and the route from loading to the work area.
- Confirm strata requirements and permitted work windows.
- Arrange elevator bookings, parking, staging and common-area protection.
- Review the specified floor assembly and any building documentation needed.
A working space.
A coordinated sequence.
Plan with the business or project team around access, other trades and handover requirements.
- Share drawings, specifications and working-hour restrictions.
- Agree on phases, protection, trade interfaces and access routes.
- Confirm preparation, finishing and when each area can return to use.
The quotation identifies included tile work, access arrangements and trade responsibilities. Plumbing, electrical, structural changes, fixtures and broader renovation work are confirmed separately.
Material & space inspiration
Tile. In a
different light.
Light, texture and proportion change how a room feels. Bring the look you love; we’ll help plan the installation details.
Kitchens & backsplashes
A stronger material statement.
Veining, outlet cuts and finished edges deserve the same attention as the tile itself.
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Bathrooms & showers
Details that belong together.
Plan the layout around niches, fixtures and glass, with the wet-area assembly considered first.
Explore wall & shower tile ›Have a finish in mind? Share your photos and tile selection.
Plan my tile installationTile installation cost in Vancouver
A clear scope.
A more useful quote.
A small backsplash, a tiled shower and an open floor have different installation demands. We review the details that affect the work so you can see what is included.
| Scope item | What we review |
|---|---|
| Removal & preparation | Existing finishes, disposal, substrate condition, patching, grinding, levelling and any specified underlayment. |
| Wet-area assembly | Waterproofing scope, corners, niches, benches, drain interfaces and any agreed testing before tile. |
| Tile & layout | Material, dimensions, pattern, joint planning, perimeter cuts, handling and specialty detailing. |
| Edges & finishing | Trims, profiles, mitres where suitable, grout, movement joints, sealant and adjoining finishes. |
| Access & scheduling | Protection, parking, elevators, staging, work windows, phases and separate visits. |
| Trade responsibilities | Tile supply, demolition, plumbing or electrical interfaces, fixtures and anything outside the agreed tile scope. |
From first conversation to final detail
An installation
with a clear next step.
- 01
Share the space.
Send photos, dimensions, the tile material and size, project city and preferred timing.
- 02
Define the work.
Review the surface, access and details. Confirm the scope and arrange a site review where needed.
- 03
Prepare and install.
Protect agreed areas, prepare the assembly, establish the layout and install to the confirmed plan.
- 04
Finish with clarity.
Review grout, trims and transitions, then confirm protection, care and product-specific return-to-use guidance.
Tile installation FAQs
Details matter.
Answers help.
Planning tile for a bathroom, shower, floor or kitchen? These are useful questions to resolve before installation starts.
Do you install tile supplied by the customer?
Yes. This website focuses on installation. Send the tile material, dimensions, quantity and product details. Your quotation confirms the preparation, labour, installation consumables and finishing items included; tile supply is arranged separately.
How much does tile installation cost in Vancouver?
The quotation depends on the area, tile format, removal, preparation, waterproofing, layout, finish details and access. Bathroom and shower work also depends on niches, benches, drains and the assembly behind the tile. We review the actual scope rather than treating every job as the same square-foot rate.
Does shower tile need waterproofing behind it?
Tile and grout alone do not form a waterproof shower assembly. The selected waterproofing system must address the relevant walls, floor, corners, niches, penetrations and drain interfaces. We confirm the wet-area scope and any agreed testing before tile is installed.
What changes with large-format porcelain or stone?
Larger formats need suitable substrate flatness and stability, handling, setting materials and coverage. Layout, tile variation, joint spacing and offsets are reviewed against the actual product and installation requirements. Levelling clips do not replace substrate preparation.
Can you install tile over existing tile?
Sometimes, after reviewing the existing bond, surface condition, flatness, height changes and the specified system. Removal may be necessary where the existing assembly is unsuitable or its condition cannot support the new installation.
How long before the tiled area can be used?
Timing depends on the preparation, membrane, mortar, grout, sealant and site conditions. We confirm the relevant guidance for foot traffic, cleaning, furniture, water exposure and heating where applicable. There is no single reopening time for every tile project.
Can you work in Vancouver condos and strata buildings?
Yes. We review work-hour restrictions, approvals, elevator bookings, parking, material movement and common-area protection. Share the building requirements early so they can be reflected in the scope and schedule.
Can tile be installed over an in-floor heating system?
The heating system, substrate and tile assembly must be compatible. We review the specified system and coordinate the tile scope with the responsible electrical or heating trade. Connections, testing responsibilities and commissioning are confirmed separately.
Can you quote from photos or work around commercial hours?
Clear photos, dimensions, tile information and access notes can support an initial review. A site visit may be needed to confirm hidden conditions or preparation. Phased, evening or weekend access is reviewed for each commercial project rather than assumed.
Your next tile installation
Bring your vision.
Let’s plan the details.
Tell us about your space and the tile you have in mind. We’ll review the information and advise on the next step towards a defined installation quote.
Start with
a conversation.
Have photos, plans or a product link? Email them with your name and project city. Dimensions, tile size, existing finishes and access details help us understand the work.
Tile installation.
Across the Lower Mainland.
Vancouver, including Downtown, Kitsilano, Fairview, Mount Pleasant, East Vancouver and South Vancouver. Also serving Richmond, Burnaby, New Westminster, the North Shore, Coquitlam, Surrey, Delta, Langley and surrounding Lower Mainland communities.