Why do it before you move in?
- Empty floor: every joint is reachable, so the result is even and the job is faster.
- No furniture to move and no need to live around the work.
- Fits your renovation timeline: slot it in before carpentry installation and final painting touch-ups.
- Grout is still clean: new BTO grout hasn't had time to absorb dirt — sealing it under marble gum keeps it that way.
Recommended BTO renovation order
- Key collection and defect check
- Electrical and any wet works by your contractor
- Marble gum grouting and homogeneous tiles polishing
- Carpentry installation
- Painting touch-ups, lighting and final cleaning
- Move in
BTO price guide
Most BTO flats have homogeneous tiles in the living, dining and kitchen areas. Marble gum grouting with polishing is $4 per sq ft; polishing only is from $2 per sq ft.
- Living & dining, about 300 sq ft: marble gum about $1,200, polishing from $600
- Living, dining & kitchen, about 450 sq ft: marble gum about $1,800, polishing from $900
- Fully tiled 4-room, about 900 sq ft: marble gum about $3,600, polishing from $1,800
Send us your floor plan and a few photos for an exact quote. Full pricing.
Which option for a BTO?
Most new BTO owners choose marble gum grouting because it is a one-time upgrade that keeps grout lines clean for good. If your budget is tighter, homogeneous tiles polishing alone still removes renovation haze and lifts the shine.
BTO questions
When should I do marble gum grouting in my BTO?
Right after key collection and before carpentry, flooring for bedrooms and painting are completed. The floor is empty and every joint is reachable. If your carpentry is already in, we can still work around it.
Do I need to tell my renovation contractor?
Yes — let your ID or contractor know so we can slot in before carpentry installation. We coordinate dates directly if you prefer.
Can I polish brand-new BTO tiles?
Yes. New BTO tiles are often left with cement haze, grout film and scratches from the handover cleaning and renovation work. Polishing removes this and gives a much higher gloss than the factory finish.
How long will it take for a 4-room BTO?
Typically 2 to 4 days for marble gum grouting with polishing, or 1 to 2 days for polishing only, depending on the tiled area.