Bathroom Flooring Ideas | Powerhouse HCS

What’s the best flooring for a bathroom?

Whether it’s a restroom, a half bath, or a full bathroom, these are moisture-rich areas and the chosen flooring must be capable of withstanding these conditions, therefore, water resistance will be the main priority for bathroom spaces. The flooring should be able to withstand frequent spills, as well as excess moisture in the air.

You may also prioritize flooring that is anti-slip, reducing the risk of accidents when moving across wet floors, and flooring that is easy to clean can be a big benefit due to bathrooms being a prime area for mold and mildew growth. Durability is another desirable factor, less so because of any particular bathroom benefits, but more to ensure your investment is cost-effective.

 Tile

Tile is one of the most common choices for bathroom applications, often used on the walls as well as the floor. Tile can withstand regular exposure to heavy amounts of moisture, as well as large spills. Tile flooring is also very easy to clean, only requiring regular sweeping/vacuuming and mopping. 

Over time, moisture exposure can cause the grout between the tiles to start wearing away, but this is a very slow process. Tiled floors have an expected lifespan of at least 50 years with proper care and maintenance, even in moisture-heavy environments.

A downside to tile for bathroom flooring applications is that tiles aren’t inherently anti-slip. However, many flooring tile products are manufactured with anti-sip properties, so make sure you seek these products out if this is a priority.

Vinyl

Vinyl is a very versatile material, available in planks, tiles, and sheets. Vinyl plank products can mimic the appearance of natural wooden floors, whereas vinyl tile can imitate natural stone.

Vinyl flooring offers strong water resistance, making it another popular choice for bathroom applications. While prolonged exposure to liquids or moisture may damage the adhesive, the planks or tiles themselves will likely remain unaffected, which is a relatively cheap and simple fix.

Vinyl flooring has a much lower slip risk than tile and is also just as easy to clean as tile flooring.

Bathroom flooring ideas

If you’re planning a full bathroom remodel, or are simply replacing the floors, here are some bathroom flooring ideas to inspire your new look.

Bathroom flooring ideas: Tile

Tile products come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and shapes, allowing you to get creative with your flooring design. If your bathroom is mainly made up of neutral shades, consider opting for a bold and busy tile design, such as Georgian tiles, to add some interest to the room.

If your bathroom walls are tiled, you have two main options when selecting floor tiles. You can either match the wall tiles, creating a seamless finish between the wall and floor, or pick a completely different style of tile, using a complementary color or bold pattern.

Tiles are a great way to create zones in bigger bathrooms. You may choose two (or more!) different types of tiles, then place one type directly around the bathtub and/or shower, and another type on the remaining floor areas.

Bathroom flooring ideas: Vinyl

Vinyl is a versatile flooring option, providing plenty of opportunity for various bathroom floor styles.

Where natural wooden floors aren’t suitable for bathroom applications, vinyl plank products can mimic this aesthetic with the benefit of water resistance. Many homeowners utilize this feature to give their bathroom floor the sleek and luxurious appearance of natural wood.

Vinyl sheet flooring offers a seamless finish, being installed in one large sheet without any joining lines. This is a great way to create a clean and harmonious flooring design, especially where wall designs such as tiles or wallpaper are bolder or busier.

Whatever type of bathroom flooring you choose, always have it installed by a professional to ensure maximum safety and longevity of the floor.