Which Floors can you use in a Bathroom

Bathroom Flooring
The changing levels of moisture, water splashes and damp towels left on floors can cause damage to certain floors.  It is well worth doing your homework before you buy new flooring and find out what will suit your families needs.

We have been in the flooring trade for many years, we sell and fit several flooring types that are suitable for bathroom floors, such as vinyl, tile and laminate, all of which can resist the high levels of moisture found in bathrooms.  Below you can see the advice we would give to our customers.

Luxury Vinyl Tiles
Vinyl flooring is not as popular as it once was with homeowners, who now prefer their homes to have that rich interior design look that ceramic tiles or the warmth of wood can give.

Vinyl is often a cheaper method of refreshing a tired room and ensuring your floor is completely waterproof.  It looks good and there are lots of options out there.  It is perfect if you are renovating a home on a budget, or own a buy to let.

Vinyl is also quick and easy to fit, is very clean and there is no worry of water damage.

Laminate Flooring
Certain laminate flooring can resist moisture, but splashes or standing water can seep in over time.  It is best to clean up splashes immediately and to not leave damp towels on the floor.  The Quickstep Impressive range is a waterproof laminate designed specifically for bathrooms, kitchens and utility rooms.

Real Wood & Natural Carpets
Never use real wood or natural carpets in bathrooms.  Over time real wood will become warped by the changing moisture levels, whereas natural carpets will become weakened by water.  Neither can be cleaned very easily and most people view carpets in bathrooms as unhygienic.

Tiles
Tiles are always a good option as they are water resistant, there are choices between porcelain, ceramic, granite, marble and even glass.  Always check which part of your bathroom the tiles are made for (floor, shower unit or splash back).  Also think about how much cleaning you want to do, matt finished tiles are harder to clean than varnished finishes.