Based in Deptford, London SE8 · covering London & Surrey
Natural stone is unforgiving to install and stunning when it's done right. Emanuele learned his trade in Italy and brings that precision to marble and stone floors, walls and bathrooms across London and Surrey.
Overview
Marble and natural stone installation means laying stone tiles or slabs on floors, walls, bathrooms and feature areas. Unlike porcelain, every piece of stone is different in colour, veining and thickness, and needs specific preparation, adhesive, handling and sealing.
Homeowners creating a luxury bathroom, hallway or kitchen floor; owners of period and high-end homes where stone suits the character; and commercial clients wanting a premium front-of-house finish.
When you're renovating and want a timeless, high-value finish, or when existing stone has cracked, stained, lost its seal or was poorly laid in the first place.
Marble is softer and more porous than porcelain. It can stain from the wrong adhesive, crack on an unprepared or flexing floor, and show uneven lippage under side light. Installing it well takes experience, and mistakes are expensive because stone is costly to replace.
The cost of getting it wrong
Poorly installed stone loses its value quickly, and the damage is often permanent.
Some stones react to unsuitable adhesives or moisture, leaving marks that come through the surface and can't be cleaned off.
Stone laid on a flexing timber floor or uneven base cracks along its veins.
Stone that isn't levelled carefully shows lippage between tiles, catching light and feet.
Unsealed or wrongly maintained marble dulls and etches from everyday spills and cleaning products.
Our process
We look at the space and help you choose a stone and finish suited to how the area will be used.
Floors and walls are made flat, stable and suitable for the weight and type of stone.
Stone is laid out first so veining and colour flow naturally across the area.
Each piece is fully bedded and levelled, with cuts and edges planned carefully.
Stone is cleaned and sealed, and you're given care advice to keep it looking its best.
What you get
Well-installed stone ages beautifully when it's properly sealed and cared for.
Blending pieces before laying avoids patchy areas and harsh breaks in the pattern.
Careful levelling means no catching edges or uneven reflections.
Correct adhesive and sealing reduce the risk of staining and damage to costly material.
30% to book, 35% at halfway and 35% on completion.
Skills learned in Italy from a young age, refined over 20+ years.
In detail
Marble is prized for its veining and elegance. Limestone and travertine offer softer, warmer tones. Slate and granite are harder and more hard-wearing. Each has different porosity, strength and upkeep needs.
We'll explain the trade-offs so you choose a stone that suits both the look you want and how the space is used.
Polished stone reflects light and shows off the veining, but is more slippery when wet and shows scratches more readily. Honed stone has a matt, smooth finish that's more forgiving and safer underfoot. Textured or brushed finishes add grip.
Stone floors need a stable, flat base. Wall installations must account for weight and fixings. In bathrooms, stone needs proper waterproofing behind it and regular sealing. Any bathroom installation we carry out is covered by our 2-year workmanship warranty.
Stone pairs well with underfloor heating, which takes the chill off the surface.
In homes, stone is often used in bathrooms, hallways and kitchens in areas such as Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Holland Park and Hampstead.
In commercial spaces, stone makes a strong first impression in reception areas, with the right finish and maintenance to cope with footfall.
No two projects are priced the same, which is why we don't publish fixed prices. The main factors are the type and finish of stone you choose, the size and thickness of the tiles or slabs, the area being covered, how much substrate preparation is needed, and the complexity of the layout, cuts and edge details. The condition of what's already there matters too: a sound, flat surface is quicker to work on than one that needs repairing or rebuilding first.
The free quote visit is where these factors become clear. Emanuele will explain what's driving the price, flag anything that could change it once work starts, and give you a written quote so you can compare like for like. Payments are then staged at 30% to book, 35% at halfway and 35% on completion, so your money follows the progress you can see.
Marble and limestone are calcium-based, so acidic liquids such as lemon juice, wine and some bathroom cleaners can etch the surface. Wipe spills promptly, use pH-neutral cleaners made for natural stone, and avoid abrasive pads. In bathrooms, a squeegee after showering reduces water marks and mineral build-up.
Sealing doesn't make stone waterproof, but it slows absorption and gives you time to clean before marks set. How often to reseal depends on the stone and how heavily the area is used. We'll give you specific care advice for your stone when we hand the work over.
We work across Central, West, South West and South East London, plus Surrey, including Mayfair, Kensington, Chelsea, Fulham, Richmond, Wimbledon, Clapham, Dulwich, Greenwich, Blackheath, Cobham and Esher. Popular areas for marble & stone installation: Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Holland Park, Hampstead, Kensington. See every area we cover.
Why Tilermate
Emanuele Campoccia trained as a tiler in Italy from a young age and has more than 20 years of experience. Since 2014 he has worked across London and Surrey on homes and commercial properties, and he still leads every project personally. When you call, you speak to the person responsible for the result, not a call centre or a salesperson.
Customers consistently mention the same things in their Google reviews: attention to detail, professionalism, clear communication and a clean, precise finish. Those reviews average 5.0, and several describe Emanuele checking not only his own work but that everything else on the project was done correctly.
The commercial side is kept simple. Quotes are free and written. Payments are staged at 30% to book, 35% at the halfway point and 35% on completion, so you're never paying far ahead of the work. Tilermate Interiors Ltd carries public liability insurance of up to £5 million, and bathroom installations come with a 2-year workmanship warranty from handover.
We work Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm, on planned projects only. That focus means each job gets proper preparation and attention rather than being squeezed in between emergency call-outs.
Our work
FAQ
Yes, with the right choices. Honed or textured finishes are safer on floors, and the stone needs sealing and gentle cleaning products. Waterproofing behind it is essential.
It depends on the stone and how the area is used. We'll give you care advice at handover.
Yes. Stone works well with underfloor heating when the system and installation are planned together.
Yes. Note that defects in materials supplied by the customer aren't covered by our bathroom workmanship warranty.
It depends on the area, stone type and preparation needed. You'll get a timeline with your quote.
Yes, along with Mayfair, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Kensington, Chelsea and across Surrey.
Every project is priced individually after a free visit, because size, materials and the condition of the existing room change the cost. You get a clear written quote before any work starts, with no obligation.
30% deposit to book your start date, 35% when the job is halfway, and the final 35% on completion. You are never asked to pay far ahead of the work that has been done.
Yes. Tilermate Interiors Ltd carries public liability insurance of up to £5 million.
No. We focus on planned renovation and installation work, Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm. That focus is what lets us give each project proper attention.
Book a free visit and talk through stone options, preparation and a clear written quote.
£5m public liability · Staged payments · 5.0 on Google
