One of the major components of any bathroom renovation is flooring. Whether your flooring is damaged, worn out or simply not to your liking, you may decide that changing the flooring in your bathroom is at the top of your priority list. When you change the floor covering in your bathroom it can change the entire look and feel of your bathroom from old and drab to new and fresh. You may even choose to use products that are considered luxury elements to cover your floor and add a truly special feel.
When considering which flooring material to use in your bathroom renovation you want to think about the look of the material, the functionality of the material (ie. is it too slippery when wet, etc.), and the reaction that the material has to moisture. Because your bathroom floor will encounter more water than any other floor in your house, this is an important thing to think about when picking the material. Let’s take a look at some of the most popular materials used to cover bathroom floors to help you make your decision.
Tile
Whether you choose porcelain or ceramic, tile is the most popular and by far the best choice for bathroom flooring. It holds up well to moisture, resists bacteria growth and is very durable. There are a variety of patterns and colors to choose from when looking at tile flooring. You can choose a pattern that is neutral and goes with most any other fixtures that you choose or you can make your tile floor the centerpiece of your new bathroom. When installed correctly by a professional, you cannot beat the look and practicality of putting tile flooring in your bathroom.
Laminate
Laminate is another good option for bathroom flooring that is cheaper than tile. Though laminate has a wood chip base, which is porous and can cause problems if it gets wet, the seams are glued together in a laminate floor, making it resistant to absorbing moisture. Easy to clean, cheap to buy and attractive looking, laminate is a viable candidate for becoming your next floor covering. Laminate is available in a huge range of colors and styles that you can choose from, some looking almost as good as the real thing that they imitate. However, keep in mind that once laminate flooring is ruined or damaged, the entire floor must be replaced. There is no patching or repairing a laminate floor. If you have pets or children who are rough on flooring, this is definitely something you will want to consider.
Wood
While many people like the look of wood flooring in their bathrooms, it is the least desirable flooring option that we will talk about. There are many different kinds of wood flooring, some much more suited to the high moisture content of bathrooms than other, but wood should only be used if you absolutely have your heart set on a wood floor.
Researching the types of flooring that you might put in your bathroom is one of the first steps to creating a luxurious and calming experience in your bathroom renovation.
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