Splashbacks and tiling · Surrey
Splashbacks and tiling in Sunbury-on-Thames
Need splashbacks and tiling in Sunbury-on-Thames? Tell us about the kitchen and we will arrange a free, no-obligation survey to see what the job really involves.
When do splashbacks and tiling make sense in Sunbury-on-Thames?
Many people in Surrey choose a single panel of toughened glass behind the hob because it wipes clean quickly and has no grout lines to hold grease.
Some households in Surrey 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. Sunbury-on-Thames sits about 8 miles north-east of Woking, and our Surrey coverage takes in everything in between.
What is in a typical job?
After the survey visit we write the scope down. For splashbacks and tiling in Sunbury-on-Thames it usually covers:
- Tiled splashbacks between the worktop and wall units, set out from a centre line
- Old tiles removed and walls prepared, patched or boarded where needed
- Full-height or feature tiling behind the hob, sink or open shelving
- Stone upstands and splashbacks templated and fitted alongside a stone worktop
- Grout and sealant chosen for easy cleaning, with flexible sealant at the worktop joint
- Socket and switch plates refitted by an electrician once the tiling is finished
How much do splashbacks and tiling cost in Sunbury-on-Thames?
Typical splashbacks and tiling prices for homes in Sunbury-on-Thames, including VAT and adjusted for the South East. Your own figure depends on the size of the kitchen, the layout and what is moving. Prices in the South East usually run above the national guide, mainly because labour and parking cost more.
| Typical project | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Tiled splashbackBetween worktop and wall units | £170–£460 |
| Kitchen wall tiling, 4–6 m²Preparation, tiling and grouting | £340–£920 |
| Toughened glass splashback behind the hob, fittedMade to measure after the worktops are in | £290–£690 |
| 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%.
Local homes and their kitchens
Across Surrey you will often find 1930s semis, Victorian and Edwardian villas, detached family houses and new-build estates, and each shapes the kitchen differently. 1930s semis often have a narrow kitchen beside the dining room, while larger detached houses and Edwardian villas may have room for an island or a separate utility.
Surrey's water is hard across most of the county, so limescale on taps and boiling water taps is common, and a scale-reducing filter is worth considering. Private roads, long drives and village lanes can be awkward for large lorries, while town-centre flats may need lift bookings and parking permits for delivery day.
Do you need approval for splashbacks and tiling in Sunbury-on-Thames?
Tiling or fitting a splashback in England needs no planning permission or building regulations approval. If sockets or switches are moved to suit the new wall finish, that is electrical work to BS 7671; adding to an existing kitchen circuit is not notifiable under Part P, but a new circuit is. Behind a gas hob, follow the hob maker's clearance instructions, and in a listed building, removing historic tiles or panelling may need listed building consent.
Listed buildings and conservation areas in older towns and villages may need consent for new vents, and flats in managed blocks usually need the freeholder's consent first.
Tips before you start
- Clear the worktop and empty the nearest wall cupboards before the tiler arrives at your Sunbury-on-Thames home, as cutting dust and adhesive travel further than you expect.
- If you are renting out a flat in Sunbury-on-Thames, a single glass panel or large plain tiles cut down the grout that needs cleaning at each check-out.
- If your Surrey kitchen has a gas hob, check the hob instructions for splashback clearances before choosing glass or tiles for the wall behind it.
- Pale grout behind a hob or sink shows stains quickly; a mid-grey or stain-resistant grout in narrow joints is easier to keep looking fresh.
Questions about splashbacks and tiling in Sunbury-on-Thames
How much do splashbacks and tiling cost in Sunbury-on-Thames?
For a tiled splashback, budget around £170 to £460 including VAT in Sunbury-on-Thames. That reflects typical costs in the South East; we confirm the actual figure in writing once we have measured up.
Do you cover all of Sunbury-on-Thames?
Yes. We work across Sunbury-on-Thames, including the KT12, TW16 and TW17 postcode districts, and nearby towns such as Walton-on-Thames and West Molesey. Book a free survey visit and we will arrange a time that suits you.
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.
Can you tile over existing kitchen tiles?
Sometimes, but it is rarely the better choice in a kitchen. Tiling over old tiles adds thickness, so sockets, switches and the edge against the wall units may no longer line up, and the new tiles rely on the old ones staying firmly bonded. If the existing tiles are sound and flat it can work for a small area; otherwise we remove them and prepare the wall.
Splashbacks and tiling near Sunbury-on-Thames
The same service is available a short drive from Sunbury-on-Thames, including:
- Splashbacks and tiling in Walton-on-Thames
- Splashbacks and tiling in West Molesey
- Splashbacks and tiling in Hampton
- Splashbacks and tiling in Hanworth
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- Splashbacks and tiling in Weybridge
- Splashbacks and tiling across Surrey
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