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Bathroom Fitting

Tiling Issue

Anonymous user 03/09/2026 - 2.48 PM

I have a builder fitting a shower bath and tiling the walls and floors. Before he arrived I fitted the new basin and toilet myself. It's all been going okay until he asked me to take out the toilet pan so he can put the new tiles on the floor. After back and forth it seem he's unwilling to cut one of the tiles to fit around the toilet because he thinks it will look bad. I am genuinely unable to move the toilet pan for several reasons. Should I try to cut one of the tiles to shape myself for him to fit or should I tell him to not put the floor tiles down and I'll find someone else?

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2 Answers

Ava Constructions & Decors

Rating: 4.9 out of 5
Hayes
I would avoid trying to cut the tile yourself unless you’re experienced, as there is a risk of damaging the tile or ending up with an untidy finish. Ideally, the toilet pan would normally be removed so the floor can be tiled underneath and then refitted afterwards. However, if it genuinely cannot be moved, an experienced tiler should normally be able to assess whether the tile can be carefully cut around it and still achieve a neat finish. I’d suggest discussing the options with your builder before any further work is done. If he isn’t comfortable cutting around the toilet, it may be better to get an experienced tiler to look at it rather than forcing a solution that either of you may be unhappy with later.
Answered1 September 2026
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Alfred

Rating: 5 out of 5
Stoke On Trent
Hi I suggest to move the pan tile underneath because it looks more tidy if you can't and you want to cut, you can put masking tape around the pan as the shape and cut the tile.
Answered3 September 2026
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