Commercial tiling that holds up at scale, delivered on programme
Residential tiling is forgiving. Commercial tiling is not. Since 2016 we have tiled retail fit-outs, hospitality venues, offices and healthcare facilities across Auckland, carrying both tiling and PS3 waterproofing under a single contract.
What commercial tiling actually requires
Across large surfaces with heavy foot traffic, small errors compound fast: lippage, grout cracking, lifting tiles, compliance failures. Fixing them while a business is operating costs far more than doing it right the first time, and our whole commercial process is built around that reality.
- Correct specification from the start - tiles, adhesives, grout and movement joints suited to the actual environment and load, discussed at quoting stage, not after handover
- Proper substrate preparation - critical for large-format tiles, where any deviation in flatness becomes visible and structural. This is where cheaper operators cut corners; we do not.
- Slip resistance compliance - in public-facing areas this is a liability issue, not a finish preference. We specify and install to meet the required ratings.
- Consistency at scale - deviations invisible in a bathroom are glaring across a 200 square metre retail floor. Full-coverage adhesive bedding and planned layouts keep the surface consistent end to end.
Epoxy grout is not an upgrade, it is the right spec
In commercial environments, epoxy grout is the correct specification. It is non-porous, resistant to cleaning chemicals, and far more durable under heavy traffic than cement grout. In food service and healthcare it is also the hygienic choice. We specify it at the quote, because replacing failed grout mid-tenancy is far more expensive than installing the right product on day one.
Our commercial scope covers floor tiling for high-traffic retail, hospitality and office spaces, wall tiling and feature finishes, bathroom and amenity blocks, commercial kitchens and food-prep areas, lobbies and entrances, and outdoor commercial surfaces. Where wet areas are involved, we are PS3 registered authors with Auckland Council, so waterproofing and tiling sit with one contractor and the consent paperwork is handled.
We integrate into your programme from the start, work in phases around trading hours where needed, and do not need to be micromanaged to hand over a result you are happy to put your name on. Every job carries our 10-year workmanship warranty.
Before you book
Do I need building consent and a PS3 for commercial tiling in Auckland?
If the work includes waterproofing, tiled bathrooms, kitchens, wet rooms, then yes in most cases. Consent plus a PS3 producer statement from the installer is required before council issues the Code Compliance Certificate. We are PS3 registered authors, so this is handled within our contract.
What tile is best for a high-traffic commercial floor?
Fully vitrified porcelain with a PEI rating of 4 or 5 is the standard answer: low water absorption, high wear resistance, and it handles commercial cleaning regimes. Matte or textured finishes give better slip resistance than polished, which matters at entries and in wet zones.
How do you minimise disruption to a trading business?
We phase the work: tiling in sections so areas stay usable, scheduling wet areas for weekends or after hours, and building membrane curing time into the programme rather than discovering it late. You get a clear schedule before work begins.
Can the kitchen use the same tiles as front of house?
Usually not. Commercial kitchen floors need a minimum R11 slip rating, chemical resistance and epoxy grout for hygiene, while dining and retail areas have more design freedom. We specify each zone separately so both compliance and the look are right.
Pricing a commercial fit-out?
Send us the plans or book a site walk-through. Clear, itemised quote and a schedule you can build a programme around. Call 021 818 013.