While bathroom flooring impacts the space’s aesthetic, it should be functional. Since bathrooms experience a lot of wear and tear, especially in busy homes, your flooring must be durable. With so many flooring options, choosing the right type can feel overwhelming. Our bathroom flooring guide is here to help you find the perfect solution for your home.
The best flooring for bathrooms
Discover the best bathroom flooring ideas and the pros and cons of each type, including tiles, natural stone, wood, vinyl and lino. Explore our top flooring suggestions to suit your budget, bathroom size, and taste.
1. Ceramic floor tiles
Thanks to their visual and practical appeal, tiles are among the most popular bathroom flooring options. They’re durable, easy to clean and come in various shapes, sizes and colours. Large-format plain tiles give the illusion of space, while patterned tiles create a unique design feature. Glossy tiles bounce light around, making the room feel bigger and brighter, while matte tiles provide a more natural feel.
Whatever design you choose, ensure you buy floor tiles, which are more durable and provide better grip than wall tiles. Learn more about tiling your bathroom in our step-by-step guide.
2. Natural stone tiles
Most bathroom tiles are porcelain or ceramic, but you can also find natural stone tiles, including marble, granite and slate. Although these materials can be costly, natural stone makes a bold statement and will add value to your home. If you’re renovating your bathroom on a budget, opt for stone-effect ceramic and porcelain tiles.
3. Vinyl flooring
Vinyl is an excellent choice for bathrooms as it’s water-resistant, durable, insulating and comfortable underfoot. It comes in various colours and patterns, including wood and marble-effect designs. For ultimate comfort, choose cushioned vinyl in your chosen style. Vinyl is easier and cheaper to install than tiles; follow our step-by-step guide to laying vinyl flooring for helpful tips.
4. Lino flooring
Although similar in appearance to vinyl, lino is made from natural and sustainable materials, while vinyl is synthetic. Both are water-resistant and easy to clean, but lino typically lasts longer. Lino isn’t available in as many colours, patterns or styles as vinyl, but you’ll find plenty of versatile, neutral shades to complement any bathroom.
5. Wood-effect flooring
Wood adds warmth to a space, making your bathroom feel cosy. Wood-effect vinyl is waterproof, unlike hardwood, so it’s ideal for bathrooms. It’s also much cheaper than hardwood flooring and requires less maintenance.
6. Hardwood flooring
Although hardwood flooring isn’t waterproof, you can still opt for this natural material – it just requires more care to maintain than other bathroom flooring types. Use a wood-safe waterproof sealant or varnish to protect the surface and wipe any spillages immediately to avoid discolouration or damage.
Planning a complete bathroom renovation? Explore the range of shower enclosures and trays at Mira to complement your new flooring. From space-saving sliding doors to glass panels for walk-in showers, we have plenty of options to suit your space.
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