The Best Flooring For a Bathroom
The Best Flooring For a Bathroom
Flooring is an important component to consider when it comes to a bathroom installation and therefore is a process that should not be rushed. This is because each type of flooring has a series of pros and cons, and regardless of which you select, being informed is the best way to make a suitable decision.
Here are some various flooring designs to choose from:
Vinyl
Vinyl flooring requires low maintenance and generally has a lifespan of at least 20 years. Replacing this material can be a pain, however, it is one of the best budget flooring options to go for in 2023.
Pros: Vinyl is…
- Water resistant. Water won’t seep through a vinyl floor very easily (which generally causes mould and mildew).
- Warm in winter. Comfort beneath your feet in the colder months!
- Stain resistant. This will not damage or discolour when being cleaned with chemical household products.
- Easy to install. Save yourself money by installing this yourself, have a go!
- Cheap. Very affordable and budget-friendly.
Laminate
Standard laminate flooring isn’t suitable for bathrooms, because it's much less durable if in continuous contact with water. However, you can purchase special bathroom-friendly laminate flooring. After every shower or bath, so long as you clean away any excess water, your laminate flooring will stay in good condition for at least a few years! The more water you spill on it, the more damaged it becomes - ultimately, durability is down to the care you take with everyday use!
Pros: Laminate is…
- Cheap, Compared to other flooring alternatives.
- Easy to install, allowing you to save money (you won't need to hire anyone to install it).
- Easy to clean, so you won't have to spend any more money buying specialised cleaning products!
Ceramic
Ceramic is a commonly used material in modern-day bathrooms. Ceramic is surprisingly cheap as well and is reasonably easy to maintain. However, take into account that ceramic is prone to water absorption and is not always suitable for wet rooms - meaning you might have to give your tiles a protective glaze!
Pros: Ceramic is…
- Cheaper than other types of bathroom flooring.
- Made in various colours and styles, so can fit any bathroom design you choose.
- Very easy to maintain- may require re-grouting, but only every few years!
Porcelain
Did you know there are two types of porcelain tiles?
Glazed and unglazed. If you don't seal glazed tiles, they can become chipped or broken over time, but one benefit of this is that it doesn't have to be sealed. They can also become slippery with use, so consider this upon selection!
You can get a wider range of glazed tiles, giving you more options for different bathroom designs. Unglazed tiles, although safer and less likely to get damaged, take a lot more effort to install and therefore may be better left to the professionals. These tiles will also need to be sealed and grouted. If this isn’t installed properly, there’s a high risk of the sub-flooring underneath becoming damaged by water entry. This will also need to be resealed every few years with grout.
Pros: Porcelain is…
- Easy to clean, so long as you use soft, less chemically heavily materials whilst cleaning.
- Durable and long-lasting (especially if it is unglazed).
- Stylish and modern, with many options to choose from, you won't have trouble incorporating this into your bathroom.
Whichever solution you decide, make sure that your flooring is fitted by professionals to avoid any mishaps or wasted money! Just Perfect Property Maintenance offers bespoke floor fitting services in and around Norfolk and parts of Suffolk. To find out more information or for any other home repair or renovation enquiries, email us at
info@jp-propertymaintenance.co.uk or call our landline on 01953 542 313.
