5 Bathroom Floor Ideas for Your Next Remodel

You don’t have to be stuck with the same bathroom floor forever. Why not give it a completely different look? There are several ways to make that floor feel like new again, such as changing your flooring materials. The options may seem endless if you’re new to this process as a homeowner or if it’s been awhile since you’ve last changed a bathroom floor. If you aren’t sure yet just what flooring materials you want or need, here is what ServiceWhale can provide for you.

Vinyl

Vinyl tiles are the most common tiles you will come across; they’re low cost, affordable and easy to install. Vinyl tiles are easy to replace as well since a damaged piece of tile can be cut out with a utility knife. They also self-adhere, which makes it unlikely to come uneven when properly installed. Vinyl tiles are comfortable for bare feet as well, which is important considering how little you’ll be wearing shoes in your bathroom.

Ceramic Tile

Maybe you have already had vinyl tiles in your bathroom floor, and now you want something more aesthetically pleasing. Ceramic tiles give a natural stone-like appeal, and you can also procure ceramic tile that resembles wood. However, some people complain that it’s less comfortable for bare feet due to the coldness of the stone. When they get wet, ceramic tiles give a bit better traction than vinyl flooring, so if you’re afraid of slipping when getting out of the shower, you might consider this for your bathroom floor.

Laminate

Maybe you want something cheaper than vinyl. That’s completely doable if you invest in laminate tiles. They’re perfectly flat and easy to plan with. They do require a bit more maintenance though, especially when used in a bathroom. Standing water can wear it down and cause the material to expand, causing rippling through your floors. These issues can be better taken care of through ServiceWhale, who will help you properly install laminate tiles to prevent unwanted water damage.

Hardwood

Maybe you’re daring, or maybe you just like the look and feel of wooden floors so much that you’re willing to have them support your bathroom. In that case, you’ll want to avoid heavily used areas where the bath and shower are frequently utilized. A guest bathroom or utility closet such as a powder room would be more ideal since water would not be used nearly as often. Otherwise, any sizeable water spill that isn’t cleaned up quickly will potentially leak into the wood, causing a similar issue to unsealed laminate and will irreparably stain the wood.

Carpet

Your family and friends will call you crazy, and your guests will be shocked. That doesn’t mean you can’t have carpet in your bathroom floor. Who wants to walk on a cold floor in the middle of the night after all? You might want to follow some of the same rules as with hardwood flooring but with more caution. You’ll probably want to replace the carpet much more quickly than any alternative for fear of moisture and mold buildup. Your friends at ServiceWhale can help you pick out the least absorbent material and help you manage it appropriately.

Did you find this list useful? Perhaps this has helped you decide what material you’d like to use as your bathroom flooring, whether you’re remodeling or having your home built. ServiceWhale will help you create your new bathroom quickly and efficiently. Check out our service tool where you can create an online estimate for your project.