Bathroom areas are among the most heavily trafficked rooms in any home. They’re subject to a lot of soiling, wear and tear, and most importantly, exposure to a lot of water and wetness. Bathrooms also bear the brunt of spills and exposure to cosmetic, body, beauty and cleaning products, which means bathroom floors really need to be resilient and easy to clean as well as waterproof and stain resistant. Quite a lot to ask of a floor! Here are some of the best options that are up to the task and don’t compromise on style.
Ceramic Tile
Ceramic tiles are one of the most popular flooring options for bathrooms. Tiles definitely tick the durable and waterproof boxes for bathroom flooring must-haves and also offer stain-resistance.
They’re classic, clean and come in an almost limitless range of shapes, patterns, colours and textures to suit any bathroom configuration and any style or design preference. White bathroom tiles are the classic go-to, and they do offer a clean and fresh look, but they can be hard to keep clean. Slate grey coloured tiles or patterned tiles can be a stylish alternative.
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DIY installation is not an option for most as tiling is difficult, skilled work, especially when bathroom configurations are complex, involve inbuilt tiled shelving or other nooks. Installation costs can make tiles one of the more expensive flooring options for bathrooms.
Smaller tiles are more labour-intensive to install, so choosing larger tiles will not only help lower your flooring costs but will also provide a greater sense of space – a big advantage for bathrooms that are on the smaller side.
It is well worth considering a certified slip-resistant tile when choosing tiles for your bathroom, as ceramic tiles can be very slippery when damp, wet or soapy and are a very hard surface to land on should a fall occur.
Sheet Vinyl
Sheet vinyl flooring is a great option for bathrooms and other wet areas, as it’s also the most affordable, hugely reducing your flooring and installation costs. Sheet vinyl is also incredibly durable, stain-resistant and waterproof, making it a very practical choice when it comes to bathroom wear, tear, spills and wetness. The felt or foam backing makes sheet vinyl a lot softer than tiles, which is a big plus when it comes to a wet area where slip-and-fall accidents can be common.
Vinyl sheet flooring also comes in a huge range of styles, patterns and colours, including high-quality stone, tile and timber look finishes. Patterned vinyl sheet flooring, including timeless black and white checkerboard designs are a great choice when it comes to keeping bathroom floors looking clean. Speaking of which, vinyl is one of the lowest-maintenance flooring options when it comes to cleaning and hygiene.
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Important!
Flooring installed in bathrooms and other wet areas must be suitable for wet-area use and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and relevant Australian building standards. Always seek professional advice before selecting or installing flooring in wet areas.
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