Microcement for tiles: kits to apply over tile without removing it

Yes, microcement goes directly over tile. No ripping out, no rubble and no changing doors or skirting boards: the coating goes on top of what you already have, 2-3 mm thick, and the tiling disappears under a continuous, seamless surface in the colour you choose from twenty matt shades.

Buy microcement kits for tiles

What makes it bond and last on tile is the system, not just the microcement. Ceramic tile, stoneware and mosaic are glazed and do not absorb, so every kit for tiles starts by filling and levelling the grout lines with Smart Jointer and follows with Smart Primer PLUS, the maximum-adhesion primer for non-absorbent surfaces. Skip that step and over time the microcement would end up showing the pattern of the grout lines. Then two coats of Smart Base, two finishing coats (Smart Liso on walls, Smart Medio on floors) and the Smart Varnish sealing varnish. Everything comes in the box, with the sanding discs and the step-by-step instructions; the tools (trowel, roller and tray) are sold separately, in the Smart Tools kit.

Which kit you need. For the walls, shower, countertop and sink of a tiled bathroom, the microcement kit for bathrooms; for the kitchen splashback and walls, the microcement kit for kitchens; for a tiled, stoneware or terrazzo floor, the microcement kit for floors and stairs. On each product page you choose "Wall and floor tiles" as the surface, the square metres and the colour, and the kit arrives with the primer and the grout filler that surface needs.

How much it costs and how long it takes. The material comes to $38–73 per m² (about $3.50–6.80 per sq ft) depending on the kit and the square metres; In the US, a professional applicator charges around $315–420 per m² (roughly $29–39 per sq ft), labour included. The project takes about three days; microcement is waterproof after seven days of curing, so the shower waits about ten days before it can be used again and the rest of the bathroom stays in use while you work.

Before you start. The tiles must be firmly stuck down, with no broken pieces; textured tiles or tiles with pronounced borders are not a good base for such a thin coating. You have the full step by step in how to apply microcement over tiles. And if all you want is to change the colour of the tiles, without changing material, compare the options in cover tiles without removing them.

Success stories: how our customers rate Smartcret

4.6/5 ★ (65 reviews on Google)
Christopher Berumen

Christopher Berumen

My wife and I had been looking into microcement for our bathrooms and found Smartcret. Being from the US we worried about importing, but our kits arrived within a couple of weeks. We DIY'd with a contractor friend and LOVE how it came out — smooth, waterproof, and the colours match the catalogue perfectly. If you're in North America, watch for sales to offset shipping costs!

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Christopher Berumen
Christopher Berumen
Marcus Sprigens

Marcus Sprigens

The solution for revamping a tiled bathroom is Smartcret. Amazing product, very high quality with a smooth to touch finish, a pleasure to walk on in bare feet. No mixing powder and liquid as it comes ready to apply. Super happy with the results and great customer service.

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Marcus Sprigens
Marcus Sprigens
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Dee Moe

We used Smartcret for our bathroom walls and it turned out amazing. It was a long process but the steps were easy enough to follow. They were very supportive on WhatsApp and were there every step of the way.

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Dee Moe
Dee Moe
Nicole Lyons

Nicole Lyons

I found this product because I was so sick of cleaning tile grout. I wanted the Tadelakt look without spending $$$. The process takes time but the result was worth it. Only use the plastic trowel — a metal one leaves black marks. The Smartcret team was very helpful. I love my new shower and get so many compliments on it!

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Nicole Lyons
Smadar Levi

Smadar Levi

I had an amazing experience with Smartcret, absolutely amazing for beginners like me. I changed the floor in a beautiful small cabin and the change was incredible. The service was wonderful. Highly recommend!

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Tarek Hijazi

We are so happy with Smartcret and the finish! It has given our bathroom a luxurious feel. We have already recommended it to 5 people. Thank you!

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Elan Argil

Great renovation option if you don't want to demo the tile — it sticks to anything. The company is responsive with great customer service.

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Elan Argil
Elan Argil
Neil Henderson

Neil Henderson

First time user of this product. It's so easy to use and looks really good. Lots of colours to choose from. Great customer service as well.

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Neil Henderson
Neil Henderson
Jade Savage

Jade Savage

I live in the US and ordered from Smartcret. My order arrived within a couple of weeks and the customer service is out of this world! I had an item arrive damaged and they were fast to ship a replacement. Great communication. I'll be doing our shower soon!

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Franny Zywicki

Franny Zywicki

We used it in our Hostal for all the bathrooms and floors. We absolutely loved the product — so much quicker as a ready mixed product. Really helpful team. The only tip: use a stronger varnish on your wettest areas.

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