Waiheke Tiling Specialist

Full bathroom renovations, waterproofing, underfloor heating, and tiling

high quality workmanship

smooth reliable process

Happy clients

About Motu Tiling

With 7 years of experience, I offer a full range of tiling services on Waiheke Island — from internal and external tiling to full bathroom renovations, splashbacks, fireplace hearths, pools, spas, underfloor heating, and waterproofing.

I’m committed to delivering high-quality workmanship with a smooth, reliable process from start to finish. Living and working on the island means I understand the unique challenges that can come up – and I go the extra mile to keep things on track, whether that’s sourcing materials myself or coordinating with other trades to make things easier for you. My goal is always the same – to make sure you’re completely happy with the final result.

About Darryn

I’m a local family man with three kids, two dogs, and a deep love for island life. My wife is a third-generation Waihekean, and after first living here in the late ’90s, we made the move back to raise our family. I started Motu Tiling to bring quality craftsmanship and a personal approach to tiling projects on the island.

What I enjoy most about the work is seeing my clients’ ideas come to life. Every project brings its own challenges, and I genuinely enjoy building the relationships that come with the job.

Happy Clients

Richard and I recommend Darryn McLeod and Motu Tiling completely. Firstly, Darryn is an excellent timekeeper. He stuck to the dates he gave us for our project, he kept us informed at each stage of the process and met completion dates as agreed. He advised us, before purchasing , of the best tile choices for the project and also of the most reliable suppliers. He is a great problem solver regarding design. When we encountered a major issue that required a builder and plasterer, his local contacts were invaluable. This kept our project on time and also showed us how well Darryn is regarded by the Waiheke work force. On a personal level, it was a pleasure to have Darryn working in our home. And we were highly appreciative of the workmanship and finish of our bathroom renovation.

We were introduced to Darryn of Motu Tiling, following a water leak from one of the adjacent upper room showers in our holiday apartment. He correctly identified which tasks had priority, and over that weekend gave a quotation for the tiling and suggested a suitable tile retailer. He then travelled to Auckland to pick up the tiles and the new LED mirrors which we had chosen. Darryn coordinated the plumbing and electrical work, as well as the removal of the glass shower components, with other tradespeople. The tiling work was masterful, and we would thoroughly recommend Darryn as a skilled and organized craftsman for projects of this type.

Exceptional workmanship, totally reliable. We would thoroughly recommend Darryn as a capable tradesperson. We have had bathrooms tiled and waterproofing work done.

Fantastic service from Darryn at Motu Tiling. He takes great pride in his work with exceptional results. Great communication, always on time and respectful. We had issues with our existing tiled area and Darryn solved the problem and it now looks amazing!! Would highly recommend Motu Tiling.

I had Darryn complete tiling in my remodeled bathroom walls and walk-in shower. The work was excellent, with an eye for detail, his suggestions extremely helpful. I would use Darryn again should the need arise in the future, and have recommended him to others.

Long before the tiling started Darryn was willing to help out with advice and options for our ensuite reno. He’s a real professional. Knows his craft, a skilled tradesman. Turns up on time, willing to go the extra mile to keep a project on track, liaises easily with other trades. Darryn turned our “just OK” bathroom into a really beautiful space. Thanks so much Darryn, love your work.

Our Services

Motu Tiling offers a full range of tiling services for both new builds and renovations, working with homeowners and builders alike — including clients based overseas.

Auckland product collections available if needed

Specialties include

Full bathroom renovations
Interior and exterior tiling
Underfloor heating installation
Undertile waterproofing

Small pools, hot tubs, and fireplace hearths
Mosaics, large format tiles, porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone
Epoxy adhesive and grouting (on request)

Qualified Installer of:

Project Inspiration

A selection of recent projects - scroll to view

Contact for a quote

If you would like to discuss a project and arrange a quote, please get in touch. You can ask about my process, tell me about your budget, and see if I'm the right fit for you. Fill out the form, or send me an email.