Floor Tiling Specialists

Floor Tiling Cape Town

Perfectly level, beautifully laid floor tiles for residential and commercial properties across Cape Town. Truline Tiling handles every tile type, every substrate, and every laying pattern with exceptional precision.

Floor Tiling Specialists

Professional Floor Tiling in Cape Town

Floor tiles are the foundation of any interior space they set the tone, define the flow, and take more punishment than any other surface in your home or commercial property. Getting the substrate preparation, adhesive selection, and laying technique right is the difference between a floor that lasts a lifetime and one that fails within years.

Truline Tiling has been laying floors across Cape Town and the Western Cape for 15+ years. We work with every tile type and every substrate — concrete slabs, timber floors, existing tiles, screed, and more — and we deliver floors that are perfectly level, beautifully laid, and built to last.

Substrate Preparation: The Foundation of Every Great Floor

The most important part of any floor tiling project is what happens before the first tile is laid. A perfectly prepared substrate is the foundation of a floor that doesn’t crack, hollow out, or pop tiles years later.

Residential Floor Tiling

We tile every room and every level of residential properties: entrance halls, open plan living areas, kitchens, bedrooms, passage ways, staircases, and outdoor areas. We advise on the right tile for each zone based on traffic levels, sun exposure, underfloor heating compatibility, and your aesthetic goals.

Commercial Floor Tiling

Commercial floors require specialist specification. Foot traffic volumes, wheeled trolleys, chemical exposure, and safety requirements (slip resistance ratings) all need to be factored into tile selection. We provide R-rated slip-resistant tiles where required by SANS regulations and work with property managers, developers, and contractors on commercial floor tiling projects of any scale.

Underfloor Heating Compatibility

Tiling over underfloor heating systems requires specific adhesive and grout formulations to accommodate thermal expansion and contraction cycles. We have extensive experience with electric mat systems and hydronic in screed systems, and we use uncoupling membranes (such as Schlüter DITRA) where recommended by the UFH manufacturer.

Pattern Laying & Feature Floors

A floor is more than just a surface it’s an opportunity. We specialise in complex pattern laying that elevates a floor from functional to extraordinary:

Herringbone — classic, directional, and always impressive
Chevron — similar to herringbone but with angled tile ends for perfect V-joints
Basketweave — traditional and geometric
Versailles / French pattern — for natural stone installation
Diagonal laying — makes spaces feel larger
Brick bond / Running bond — timeless and versatile
Compass rose and custom centrepiece patterns

Large Format Tile Specialists

Large format tiles (anything above 600mm in either dimension) require specialist installation techniques. We use professional lippage control clip systems and are skilled in working with ultra-thin porcelain slabs (3–6mm) that require special handling and adhesive. If you want that seamless, minimal grout line look, we’re the team to call.

Tile Options

Floor Tile Types We Specialise In

Large Format Porcelain

Minimal grout lines, seamless look, extremely durable. Available in marble, concrete, stone, and abstract finishes.

Natural Stone

Marble, travertine, slate, quartzite, and limestone. Each piece unique. Requires proper sealing and specialist adhesive.

Terracotta

Warm, earthy, and timeless. Traditional baked terracotta or modern terracotta look porcelain for easy maintenance.

Encaustic Cement

Bold geometric and floral patterns. Each tile hand pressed. Adds extraordinary character to any floor space.

Mosaic Floors

Glass, stone, or porcelain mosaic ideal for feature rooms, bathroom floors, and decorative borders within larger floors.

Concrete Look Tiles

Industrial elegance. Rectified porcelain that mimics polished concrete with the durability and none of the maintenance.

Our Standards

What You Can Expect From Every Truline Floor

Laser Level Flatness

We use laser levels and straightedges to achieve BS 5385 compliant flatness. No lippage. No rocking tiles. A perfectly flat floor throughout.

Adhesive Selection

Flexible, large format, rapid setting, and waterproof adhesives selected correctly for each tile type, substrate, and environment.

Expansion Joints Included

Properly located expansion joints that accommodate structural movement without cracking tiles or popping adhesive. Never an afterthought.

Planned Tile Layout

We plan the layout before cutting begins ensuring balanced borders, centred rooms, and pattern tiles that look deliberate and precise.

Full Back Buttering

Large format tiles are fully back buttered addition to adhesive applied to the substrate eliminating hollow spots maximising bond strength.

Long Term Guarantee

All our floor tiling comes with a workmanship guarantee. A floor laid by Truline is a floor you can trust for decades.

OUR PROCESS

Our Floor Tiling Process

From your first call to your final walkthrough, here's exactly what to expect when you choose Truline for your floor.

Site Assessment & Quote

We visit, measure, assess the substrate condition, discuss tile choices, and provide a fully itemised written quote. No surprises.

Substrate Preparation

Self levelling compound, damp-proofing, priming, and any necessary structural remediation before tiling begins. The most important step.

Layout Planning

We set out the tile grid, plan for balanced borders, mark pattern lines, and confirm the layout with you before committing any adhesive.

Tile Laying

Tiles laid with appropriate adhesive, levelled with precision clipping systems where required, and expansion joints placed at correct intervals.

Grouting & Sealing

After full adhesive cure time, we grout with the selected compound, seal all natural stone and cementitious grout, and polish the floor to a perfect finish.

Curing & Handover

We advise on foot traffic and furniture replacement timing post grouting, provide aftercare guidance, and hand over a spotlessly finished floor.

Floor Tiling Questions Answered

How much does floor tiling cost in Cape Town?

Standard floor tiling labour starts from R150–R250/m². Large format tiles, pattern laying, or complex preparation work will be priced higher. We provide a detailed itemised quote after our site visit so you know exactly what you’re getting for your money.

Can tiles be laid over wooden floors?

Yes, but it requires careful assessment. Timber is flexible and moves seasonally, which can cause tiles and adhesive to fail. We use uncoupling membranes (like Schlüter DITRA) and appropriate flexible adhesive systems to accommodate timber movement. We’ll assess your floor during the site visit.

Do you always waterproof before tiling?

Yes, always. Waterproofing is mandatory before any tiling in wet areas. It’s not an optional extra it’s the foundation of a bathroom that won’t fail. We apply a two coat professional membrane, test it, and only tile once it’s fully cured.

How long before I can walk on newly tiled floors?

Typically 24 hours for light foot traffic on standard adhesive. With rapid-setting adhesive, this can be as soon as 4–6 hours. Full cure time is 24–72 hours before heavy loads or moving furniture. We’ll give you precise timing for your specific project and adhesive used.

Do you remove old tiles before laying new ones?

Yes, tile removal and rubble disposal can be included in your quote. In some cases, tiling over existing tiles is viable but only if the existing tiles are sound, level, and the additional height won’t cause issues at door frames and transitions. We assess this during the site visit.

Do you tile over underfloor heating?

Absolutely. We use the correct flexible and thermally-compatible adhesive systems for underfloor heating installations, and we’re experienced with both electric mat systems and hydronic in-screed systems. The UFH must be commissioned before our site visit to allow for accurate assessment.

Let's Lay Your Perfect Floor

Contact Truline Tiling for a free floor tiling quote. We serve all of Cape Town and the Western Cape.

Our Service Areas

Atlantic Seaboard

Cape Town

City Bowl

Eastern Suburbs

Northern Suburbs

West Coast