Splashbacks and tiling · Lanarkshire
Splashbacks and tiling in Motherwell
From the survey to handover, splashbacks and tiling in Motherwell are run by us as one job, with the fitters and trades booked in the right order.
Is splashbacks and tiling right for your Motherwell kitchen?
Some households in Lanarkshire want tiling taken up to the ceiling behind a range cooker or open shelving, turning one whole wall into a practical feature that is easy to wipe down.
If your Motherwell home is an older property with uneven walls, the splashback may start with patching, skimming or boarding so the tiler has a flat surface to work from. Our Lanarkshire coverage reaches every part of Motherwell (ML1) and out towards Bellshill.
What does the job involve?
After the survey visit we write the scope down. For splashbacks and tiling in Motherwell it usually covers:
- Tiled splashbacks between the worktop and wall units, set out from a centre line
- Socket and switch plates refitted by an electrician once the tiling is finished
- Old tiles removed and walls prepared, patched or boarded where needed
- Stone upstands and splashbacks templated and fitted alongside a stone worktop
- Full-height or feature tiling behind the hob, sink or open shelving
- Grout and sealant chosen for easy cleaning, with flexible sealant at the worktop joint
How much do splashbacks and tiling cost in Motherwell?
As a starting point for Motherwell, these ranges include VAT at 20% and allow for typical labour costs in Scotland. Costs across Scotland tend to sit under UK averages, which these ranges reflect.
| Typical project | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Tiled splashbackBetween worktop and wall units | £140–£380 |
| Kitchen wall tiling, 4–6 m²Preparation, tiling and grouting | £280–£750 |
| Toughened glass splashback behind the hob, fittedMade to measure after the worktops are in | £240–£560 |
| Stone upstands and splashbacksTemplated with the worktop | Priced with the worktop |
Tiling guide ranges cover preparation, adhesive, grout, trims and fixing, with the tiles themselves confirmed once chosen; the glass range includes a made-to-measure panel, and stone upstands are priced with the worktop. Prices include VAT at 20%.
Kitchens in homes around Motherwell
Across Lanarkshire you will often find sandstone tenement flats, four-in-a-block flats, new town houses and interwar council-built semis, and each shapes the kitchen differently. New-town houses in East Kilbride and Cumbernauld often have a compact galley, while tenement and four-in-a-block flats tend to have a small kitchen off the hall or at the back.
Common stairs in tenements and upper four-in-a-block flats mean units are carried by hand, while new-town estates may have parking courts some distance from the door. Lanarkshire's mains water is soft, so limescale is rarely an issue and taps, sinks and boiling water taps tend to stay cleaner.
Regulations for kitchen work in Motherwell
In Scotland, tiling and splashbacks do not need a building warrant or planning permission. If sockets or switches are moved to suit the new wall finish, the electrical work must meet the building standards and BS 7671, and you should receive an Electrical Installation Certificate or a Minor Works Certificate. In a listed building, removing historic tiles or panelling may need listed building consent, so check with the local authority first.
The New Lanark World Heritage Site, other listed buildings and conservation areas may need consent for new vents, and flat owners may need neighbours' agreement.
Practical advice for Motherwell homeowners
- Keep the tile boxes until the job is finished and note the batch number, so matching replacements can be found if a tile cracks later.
- If you are renting out a flat in Motherwell, a single glass panel or large plain tiles cut down the grout that needs cleaning at each check-out.
- Clear the worktop and empty the nearest wall cupboards before the tiler arrives at your Motherwell home, as cutting dust and adhesive travel further than you expect.
- Heavy tiles, such as large porcelain or natural stone, may need a stronger backing board and a suitable adhesive, so have the wall checked first.
Questions about splashbacks and tiling in Motherwell
How much do splashbacks and tiling cost in Motherwell?
For a tiled splashback, budget around £140 to £380 including VAT in Motherwell. That reflects typical costs in Scotland; we confirm the actual figure in writing once we have measured up.
Do you cover all of Motherwell?
Yes. We work across Motherwell, including the ML1 postcode district, and nearby towns such as Bellshill and Hamilton. Book a free survey visit and we will arrange a time that suits you.
Which grout and sealant are easiest to keep clean?
A darker or mid-tone grout in narrow joints is usually the easiest to keep looking clean in a kitchen, and an epoxy or stain-resistant grout helps behind the hob and sink. Where the tiles meet the worktop, a flexible sealant is used rather than grout, because that joint moves slightly. The sealant can be cut out and renewed later without disturbing the tiles.
Can heavy tiles or stone go on any kitchen wall?
Not always. Heavy tiles such as large-format porcelain or natural stone need a backing that can carry their weight and an adhesive suited to both the tile and the wall. Old plaster, painted plaster or plasterboard may need preparing, priming or replacing with a tile backer board first. We check the wall at the survey and follow the tile and adhesive makers' guidance.
When are splashbacks fitted during a kitchen installation?
Splashbacks go on near the end, once the worktops are fixed and the electrician has agreed where the sockets and switches will sit. Tiles need a finished worktop to start from, glass is measured off the fitted worktop, and stone upstands are templated at the same visit as the worktop. Faceplates go back on after tiling, so the sockets sit neatly against the new finish.
Also covering nearby towns
We also carry out splashbacks and tiling in these towns near Motherwell:
- Splashbacks and tiling in Bellshill
- Splashbacks and tiling in Hamilton
- Splashbacks and tiling in Wishaw
- Splashbacks and tiling in Viewpark
- Splashbacks and tiling in Larkhall
- Splashbacks and tiling in Blantyre
- Splashbacks and tiling across Lanarkshire