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30-Day Social Media Content Calendar for Tilers

Get a practical 30 day content calendar for tilers. No fluff—just real-world post ideas for waterproofing, mitering, and finishing jobs that land clients.

3 min read Updated Jul 17, 2026 Used by 1,000+ businesses
30-Day Social Media Content Calendar for Tilers
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Most social media advice for trades is rubbish. You're told to "be an influencer," but you've got a screed to pour and a client breathing down your neck about a niche height. You don't need to be a creator; you need a system that proves you're the most reliable tiler in a 20-mile radius.

Social media for tilers isn't about vanity metrics or viral dances. It’s about building a digital portfolio that does the selling for you while you’re out on-site. When a homeowner lands on your profile, they shouldn't just see a "pretty kitchen"—they should see evidence of your waterproofing, your laser-straight lines, and your clean workspace.

Reality check: A single video of a perfectly mitered edge will do more for your bank account than a hundred generic "Happy Monday" posts. Focus on the details that other tilers overlook and customers find impressive.

Quick tips

1

Clean your lens regularly

Wipe the dust off your lens every time. High-end clients don't hire 'cloudy' tilers.

2

Tag your specific location

Mention your city/town names in the first line of your captions so local people find you.

3

Collect B-roll as you go

Film 5-second clips of your hands working. You can stitch these together later for a 'day in the life' video.

4

Don't ignore the comments

Reply to every single comment, even if it's just a 'thanks!' It tells the algorithm your post is active.

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Phase 1: Proving You Know Your Stuff

The first 10 days of your 30 day content calendar for tilers should focus on your technical skill. Customers are terrified of hiring a "cowboy" who hides bad work under pretty tiles. Show them the plumbing, the tanking, and the layout.

What actually works: Put your phone on a tripod and record a 60-second time-lapse of you laying a few rows. It shows speed, precision, and that you actually do the work yourself.

Example 1

Photo of your laser level setup in a dark room. Caption: "Getting the datum line right so the ceiling cut is perfect."

Example 2

Video of a 'water drop test' on your waterproofing membrane.

Example 3

Side-by-side of a dry-lay vs. the final stuck-down tile.

Example 4

Selfie with your tile cutter. Caption: "Tools of the trade today. This [Brand] cutter makes 1200mm porcelain feel like butter."

Example 5

Close-up of a perfectly centered drain in a walk-in shower.

Phase 2: Transitioning from 'Worker' to 'Expert'

Now that they know you're competent, show them you're modern. People want to see the latest trends like large-format porcelain, herringbone patterns, or zellige tiles. This is where you appeal to the homeowner's vision for their house.

Quick win: When you finish a job, ask the homeowner if you can take a 5-second video of them walking into the room for the first time. Their genuine reaction is more powerful than any sales pitch.

Example 1

Herringbone splashback progress shot. Caption: "Patience is a virtue (and so is a 2mm spacer)."

Example 2

Before-and-after slider of a cramped bathroom to a bright wet room.

Example 3

A 'Texture' post: Close up of handmade tiles or a textured stone finish.

Example 4

Photo of you holding a massive slab tile. Caption: "Two-man lift today. Large format porcelain is a challenge, but the results are worth it."

Example 5

A tip on picking grout colors. Caption: "Grey vs. White: Why we chose Anthracite for this high-traffic floor."

Phase 3: Building Local Trust and Closing Leads

The final stretch is about closing the deal. This is where you address costs (vaguely), FAQs, and how to book you. Use this time to remind people you are a local business, not a faceless corporation.

Local business example: "Just finished up a kitchen in [Neighborhood Name]. If you're in the area and looking for a quote for Spring, my books are opening soon."

Example 1

A photo of your clean van parked out front. Caption: "Turning up on time is 50% of the job."

Example 2

Screenshot of a 5-star Google review with a photo of that specific job.

Example 3

A 'What's in my bucket?' post showing the specific adhesives you trust for underfloor heating.

Example 4

A video answering: 'How long does a standard bathroom take to tile?'

Example 5

The 'Coffee & Quote' post: A photo of your laptop and a coffee. Caption: "Quote morning. Send me your measurements if you want to be on the schedule for next month."

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Captions

  • The difference is in the prep. 90% of a tile job happens before the first bucket of adhesive is even mixed. Here’s how we’re waterproofing this wet room to ensure it’s still bone-dry in 2040. #TilingLife
  • Mitred edges vs. plastic trim. Which side are you on? We went for the seamless look on this ensuite renovation. It takes longer, but the finish speaks for itself. #BathroomRefurb
  • POV: You hired a tiler who actually cleans up after themselves. A clean site is a safe site, and it makes the final reveal that much better. #TradeStandard

Hooks

  • Why your shower will probably leak (and how we stop it).
  • The most satisfying part of my day? The grout wash-off.
  • Stop using 5mm spacers for everything. Here's why.
  • How we turned this dated 80s kitchen into a modern masterpiece.
  • 3 things your tiler should never do on-site.

Hashtags

#tilingwork#bathroomreno#tilertips#wetroomspecialist#constructionlife#interiordetails#floortiling#tradiesoftiktok#kitchentiles#localtradesman

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