Our Story
Meet the craftsman behind the work.
A founder-led tiling and natural stone practice, delivering premium installations across the Mornington Peninsula with a commitment to quality, reliability and attention to detail.
Our Story
A practice built on craft and trust.
Wells Brothers Tiling began with a simple belief: that the surfaces in a home deserve the same care as its architecture. Founded by Michael Wells, the practice has grown through the Mornington Peninsula's most considered residential builds — quietly building a reputation for tiling and natural stone work that reads as part of the architecture, not an afterthought. Over twenty years on site, Michael has learned that craftsmanship is rarely about a single detail. It's the set-out agreed before the first tile is laid, the falls resolved before they become a problem, and the junctions detailed with intention. It's showing up when he said he would, and protecting the programme of everyone around him. The relationships built — and the clients who return project after project — are the measure Michael is most proud of.
Founder
Meet Michael Wells.
For over twenty years, Michael Wells has worked on some of the Mornington Peninsula's most considered homes. He started Wells Brothers Tiling with a simple conviction — that the surfaces in a home deserve the same care as its architecture.
Michael still runs every project personally. From the first conversation to the final walk-through, he's the one measuring your space, setting out the layout and installing the work. Nothing is handed off.
His approach favours quality over quantity. He takes on a small number of projects each year, so every junction, fall and finish is done the way he'd want it done in his own home.
Our Philosophy
Our Philosophy.
Every project is approached with the same care — regardless of size. A small ensuite is set out with the same discipline as a full home. These principles guide how Michael works.
- —Craftsmanship over shortcuts.
- —Communication throughout the project.
- —Attention to every detail.
- —Respect for the client’s home.
- —Long-term quality.
“Quality lives in the details you don\u2019t see at first glance — the falls, the junctions, the set-out. I treat every project as if it were going into my own home, because that\u2019s the only standard I know how to work to.”
Michael Wells — Founder
What guides us
Our values.
The principles behind every surface we install.
Exceptional Craftsmanship
Every surface installed with measured precision and respect for the material.
Attention to Detail
The junctions, falls and set-out that separate good from exceptional.
Honest Communication
Transparent planning and progress — no surprises, from quote to completion.
Reliable Delivery
Disciplined scheduling that protects the programme of the wider build.
Credentials
Built on trust.
The standards and relationships that define how we work.
Luxury Residential Specialist
A practice focused on the Peninsula’s most considered homes.
Licensed & Insured
Fully licensed and insured for complete peace of mind.
Mornington Peninsula Based
Local to the region and its architecture.
Premium Materials
Natural stone and large-format tile installed to last.
Architect & Builder Collaboration
Experienced working within wider build teams.
Our process
Measured from first conversation.
Working with Michael is organised, professional and personal — from the first site visit to the final walk-through.
Consultation
Michael meets with you on site to understand the space, the material and how you want it to feel.
Site Measure
Michael measures every surface himself, confirming set-out, falls and quantities before any material is ordered.
Detailed Quote
You receive a clear, itemised proposal from Michael — agreed and understood before work begins.
Professional Installation
Michael and his small team install the work with daily communication and respect for your home.
Project Completion
Michael walks you through the finished work, checking every junction against the agreed standard.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Regular cleaning with a pH-neutral cleaner is usually enough. We provide a simple care guide on completion, tailored to your material.
Yes — but only stone rated for the conditions. Outdoor stone must tolerate freeze-thaw cycles, UV exposure and moisture, and meet slip-resistance requirements for the surface.
We help select stone with the right absorption and slip rating, then detail falls and drainage so water moves off the surface rather than pooling. For bluestone, granite and certain travertines, outdoor use is well suited; softer, more porous stones are generally better kept inside.
Good to know: outdoor installations require a fully bonded substrate and movement joints to manage thermal expansion.
Outdoor stone should be sealed with a breathable, UV-stable sealer — film-forming sealers can trap moisture and fail outdoors.
Yes. We provide a clear, itemised quote at no cost after an initial conversation and, where needed, a site visit.
Travertine, limestone and lighter porcelain stay coolest underfoot. Darker stones and dense surfaces retain more heat. For pool surrounds and barefoot areas we recommend cool, slip-rated options and can advise on the best choice for your aspect.
Bookmatching is the practice of cutting consecutive slabs from the same block and opening them like the pages of a book, so the veining mirrors across a surface. The result is continuous, bespoke veining that defines a genuinely luxury stone installation — a finish no off-the-shelf tile can replicate.
We work across the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding areas — from Frankston and Mount Eliza through to Sorrento, Red Hill and everywhere between.
Yes. Waterproofing is included in every bathroom, wet room and outdoor installation we carry out, applied strictly to Australian Standard AS 3740 for residential wet areas.
We membrane the full floor, shower walls and wet-zone junctions, with the set-out planned so falls direct water to the waste before any tile is laid. The membrane is cured and inspected before tiling begins — a step we never shortcut.
Common mistake: waterproofing installed without proper junction detailing or falls is the single most common cause of failed wet-area tiling. It's not the place to compromise.
Membranes fail at junctions and penetrations, not flat surfaces. We detail every corner, waste and tap penetration before tiling.
We install limestone, marble, travertine, bluestone, granite, terrazzo and large-format porcelain stone, as well as engineered stones.
Each material behaves differently — limestone is soft and characterful, marble demands precise veining and sealing, and large-format slabs require mechanical handling and a true, flat substrate. We advise on the right stone for the space, traffic and exposure, and source material we trust.
Wells Brothers recommends: seal natural stone before grouting and again after, using a product matched to the stone's porosity.
Bookmatched marble is oriented across a slab pair so veining flows as a mirror image. Plan the layout before cutting — it can't be adjusted later.
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Let’s Discuss Your Project
Every enquiry comes directly to Michael — no call centres, no middlemen. Tell us about your space, the material and the standard you expect.