Non slip bathroom floor
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Non-slip bathroom flooring ideas deserve special attention. The material of course must be durable, able to withstand frequent splashes of water, anti-slip underfoot and preferably easy to clean.
But practicality doesn’t mean boring bathroom ideas, since there are so many solutions that combine style with functionality. High-quality bathroom fixtures and fittings add a luxurious effect, but it is the flooring, especially if non-slip, that really underpins the feel of the space and allows experimentation with color, texture and pattern.
Non-slip bathroom flooring ideas
It makes sense to consider all your bathroom flooring ideas, and especially the non-slip bathroom flooring, as part of a plan at the outset of the project as the best way to create a cohesive scheme.
1. Invest in a virtually indestructible floor
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'Large-format porcelain tiles are virtually indestructible, stain resistant and can be used in a wide variety of settings including busy bathrooms,' says Jo Oliver, director at The Stone & Ceramic Warehouse . 'Many of our porcelain slabs come in different finishes, meaning you could have a polished marble effect tile on bathroom walls and a more textured marble effect tile on the floor, for an anti-slip flooring solution.'
2. Pack a stylish punch with a monochromatic color scheme
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Black and white can completely alter the feel of a room but getting the balance right is key, especially in a modern bathroom. While monochrome decorating can be tricky to get right, a considered approach will be rewarded by a simple but impactful scheme. Decorating with black and white is a statement in its own right. Monochrome in the bathroom is surprisingly serene as well as stylish.
'The timeless geometric design of Fired Earth’s monochrome Sorrento tiles will be completely at home in any style of bathroom,' says Colin Roby-Welford, creative director at Fired Earth . 'Made from low-maintenance porcelain, this versatile collection is slip-resistant, so it's a perfect, eye-catching choice for busy family bathrooms and wet rooms.
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3. Opt for on-trend wood-effect flooring
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Wood-effect flooring ideas – made from porcelain – are now the material of choice for its natural beauty and warmth; it conjures the quiet luxury of a spa.
'Porcelain tile options have broadened greatly due to technological advances, anti-slip finishes can now be applied to porcelain as seen in our Kayman range, which has a beautiful wood-effect grain texture that often gets confused for real wood,' informs Jo Oliver, director at The Stone & Ceramic Warehouse . 'The perfect choice for those wanting a low maintenance and safe surface, whilst still creating a beautiful natural wood effect.'
4. Go for a durable stone
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As beautiful as they are durable, the right stone floor types will be a valuable addition to your interior scheme. With a reputation for being naturally hardwearing, all stone flooring types are most commonly seen as bathroom floor tile ideas or kitchen flooring ideas.
However, stone flooring can work in most rooms of the home.
'With any bathroom project it is worth considering the slip resistance of tiles – a balance of beauty and practicality should be met,' says Isabel Fernandez, director at Quorn Stone . 'In most instances a natural finish is sufficient for bathrooms, however in wet rooms we would always recommend using a porcelain tile in a ‘grip or R11 finish’, this finish is designed to offer more traction in wet room conditions.'
5. Choose a non-slip porcelain option
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Technical advances in porcelain and ceramic production have revolutionized the variety of tiles on offer. Faux stone and wood porcelain tiles are now so advanced it’s hard to tell them from the real thing. They are water, stain and scratch resistant, don’t require sealing and come complete with realistic color and graining variations, too.
'Our Galicia porcelain replica-slate tiles offer the beautifully restful qualities of natural slate, complete with rich colour variation and a tactile finish,' says Colin Roby-Welford, creative director at Fired Earth .
'These slip-tested, large format tiles are a cost-effective option for spacious bathrooms and wet rooms.'
6. Lay down large-format tiles – made from concrete
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If you're looking for shower tile ideas, large format concrete bathroom flooring will mean fewer grout lines and a cleaner, more seamless look, ideal as spa bathroom ideas with minimal visual clutter.
'Available in huge formats, these super-sized Grande Grey tiles mean there are fewer grout lines to contend with, creating a more flawless finish,' explains Jo Oliver, director at The Stone & Ceramic Warehouse . 'Being made from porcelain these tiles won’t stain, scratch, wear, or crack, as can be the case with real concrete floors. They have an anti-slip finish making them ideal for kitchens and bathrooms and are suitable for use outdoors too.'
7. Factor in a low-maintenance floor
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This luxury look comes with a high price tag – consider using marble to add wow-factor to your master bathroom ideas, elevating the look even further by continuing the marble on the walls for a spa-like look that will exude elegance.
‘Due to advances in porcelain technologies, practical tiles don’t have to be boring,' says Louisa Morgan, marketing manager at Mandarin Stone . 'Bright colors, geometric patterns & faux marbles can all be produced with high grip, low-maintenance finishes.’
8. Paint your bathroom flooring
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Painting your bathroom floor is not only an excellent way to seal and protect wooden floorboards, it’s a simple and effective way to add colour and personality to a space. Much like ceilings, flooring is often forgotten when planning a scheme, but using a coordinating color on the floor can create a really harmonious finish.
'Bathrooms are a busy area of any home, needing to withstand constant use, so it’s vital you choose a durable and hard-wearing finish such as our ‘Intelligent Floor Paint’, which is available in our full color palette,' says Ruth Mottershead, creative director at Little Greene . 'You can also make your bathroom floor slip-proof; simply add an anti-slip aggregate to your floor paint before painting.
9. Include a luxury vinyl floor in a small bathroom or wet room
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Vinyl doesn’t always get the best rep, but the material has myriad benefits, many of which make it a great choice for a bathroom or shower room. This material is improving in quality with new technologies and also offers a wide range of design opportunities that will suit a variety of modern and family bathroom ideas and styles.
'Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) are easy to clean, waterproof, warm and suitable for use with underfloor heating, explains Lucy Tunstall, creative director at Harvey Maria . 'The tiles butt up tightly together and the adhesive creates a watertight bond. They are completely waterproof and slip resistant, making them perfect for bathrooms.'
10. Go for a gorgeous encaustic tile
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'When choosing non-slip floor tiles for the bathroom, we recommend our encaustic tiles, which have a matt finish making them naturally slip resistant,' says Lee Thornley, founder of Bert & May .
'Our encaustic range is available in a wide variety of patterns and colours and is incredibly hardwearing and yet has a soft feel underfoot. Encaustic tiles are generally suitable for use in wet rooms and showers, both on the walls and the floors, and are 100% waterproof once sealed.'
‘As well as adding status and color, encaustic tiles were also remarkably practical; in fact, most domestic interior tiled floors have survived 100 years of family wear and tear,' says Andy Triplow, owner of The Vintage Floor Tile Company . 'With a little care, they will probably be good for another 100 years.’
Why choose non-slip bathroom flooring?
The finish on the floor is not only a key area in the finished decorating scheme but also needs to be non-slip underfoot. Be careful of highly polished surfaces, particularly if you are looking at bathroom floor tile ideas and it is a bathroom that will be used by small children, as the floor will become slippery when wet.
What kind of tile is not slippery when wet?
Technological advances in porcelain and ceramic have revolutionized the variety of non-slip bathroom flooring on offer – and, for the most part, these high-quality materials are not slippery when wet.
Any bathroom floor covering you choose will have to be waterproof and anti-slip, as splashes are inevitable. Follow the manufacturers’ advice around cleaning and care, especially for natural stone, and invest in the laying of tiles with the correct prep and substrate as well as tanking where necessary.
Sophie has been an interior stylist and journalist for over 20 years and has worked for many of the main interior magazines during that time, both in-house and as a freelancer. On the side, as well as being the News Editor for indie magazine, 91, she trained to be a florist in 2019 and launched The Prettiest Posy where she curates beautiful flowers for modern weddings and events. For H&G, she writes features about interior design – and is known for having an eye for a beautiful room.
Non-Slip Bathroom Flooring for Your Home
Bathroom flooring options deserve all the attention to detail we can give. It is crucial to make safety a priority when choosing a bathroom floor plan because this is one place where moisture and water rule.
You should not be careless in this regard because statistics show how often bathroom falls end up with a fatality. Every part of the bathroom’s base floor, including the shower and standing areas, needs to have non-slip materials installed, while aligning with your choice of design and style.
Manufacturers are well aware of the safety element, and thankfully, the market is ripe with a large variety of non-slip bathroom flooring options for your home. There are several non-slip bathroom flooring options to choose from. We recommend any of the following options:
The Safest Bathroom Flooring Options
- Non-slip vinyl flooring
- Natural stone
- Bamboo or cork flooring
- Linoleum
- Rubber flooring
Non-Slip Vinyl Flooring
The top choice for non-slip flooring is definitely vinyl. Apart from its practicality, affordability and the wide array of available styles, vinyl flooring has a higher tendency to withstand heavy traffic and moisture.
This makes it a perfect choice for your bathroom and other high traffic areas, like entries and the kitchen.
Slip resistance is a must for several manufacturers, which explains why you can easily find a vinyl flooring style in the markets. The material is resistant to water damage and staining, particularly because it is waterproof. Manufacturers ensure it is resistant against heavy traffic, as well. Vinyl flooring holds up against the heaviest of traffic, including wheelchairs, kids and pets.
While no flooring option provides a 100% non slip guarantee, there are products that offer higher protection than others. Luckily, vinyl products come with built-in padding, unlike ceramic tile, for instance, should you take an accidental fall.
When shopping for your vinyl bathroom flooring, we recommend looking for vinyl products with extra underlayment. This will minimize the impact of the fall on your body, so you avoid serious or fatal injuries. The flooring experts at Floor Crafters are well educated with the vinyl products that have this extra feature, as will make recommendations based on the style you like.
Vinyl is not just affordable, but also quite versatile. Vinyl can look like ceramic tile, wood, and other flooring materials, so you can get the style you envision and the safety of non-slip vinyl. Vinyl comes in large sizes, but you can install it with minimal seams to fit a small bathroom. You can also find it in plank or tile styles. Floor Crafters has hundreds of options for vinyl flooring, and can also install it for you.
Natural Stone
If you’re working with a bigger budget, natural stone is the ideal anti-slip bathroom flooring option. No one can deny the aesthetic attraction and durability benefits of natural stone, and one can almost sacrifice their precious savings for it.
Natural stone is not only slip-resistant and safe; it's in a class of its own. Manufacturer’s texture the stone to mitigate the slip factor. Textured or sandblasted stone is usually the best option for a non slip surface.
The only drawback with natural stone, is that it is a higher-end flooring option, and not in everyone’s budget.
You’ll note, however, that natural stone has the highest performance ratings in terms of safety and also features a fantastic resale value, should you plan to sell your home down the road.
Cork / Bamboo
You may not find cork or bamboo flooring in bathrooms often, but they are a good option for certain bathroom settings. Many people prefer these two products due to reduced sound travel, but other features also add to the attraction. You can incorporate bamboo or cork into your bathroom flooring as per any trendy design and style.
These two products can be both a blessing and a curse at the same time, so you need to give careful consideration before going for this option. Bamboo and cork are both slip-resistant materials that tend to absorb moisture quickly, so you will hardly find any wetness on the surface, significantly minimizing the chances of slipping on it. On the other hand, this same feature could be problematic by accumulating mold and mildew. Mold can easily form if the moisture trapped inside does not dry fast and thoroughly, so anyone in a particularly humid environment should take this into consideration.
If you do plan to invest in a cork or bamboo flooring, planning in advance can save you down the road. Make sure the area where the flooring will be installed has sufficient ventilation, so that moisture dries out quickly and does not build up. The professional design and install team at Floor Crafters can tell you if the area has adequate airflow, and can make recommendations on improving it, if it does not.
Linoleum
Many mistake linoleum for vinyl, but they are actually two entirely different products. Linoleum is not only a great flooring option, but it is also water-resistant and more eco-friendly than vinyl flooring.
Linoleum flooring is manufactured using a combination of natural products such as jute, cork, or limestone and linseed oil. You can opt for an anti-slip sheet or a resin solution to mitigate the slippery surface of linoleum. Apart from that, since this material turns into a water-proof bathroom flooring, it is quite easy to clean and makes a perfect choice for your bathrooms.
The biodegradable element means you can protect the environment and yourself against harmful chemical releases.
Rubber Flooring
Rubber flooring is generally never high on the list of preferences because it does nothing for trend, style, or aesthetics. However, the reason we mention it here is because of the absolute slip resistance this flooring option offers.
Rubber may not be pleasing to look at or feel nice under our feet, but it can be the best in terms of safety. You should consider this option, especially if you have seniors living at home with you. Even when rubber flooring becomes wet, it does not turn slick and thus minimizes the chances of an accidental fall by a far measure.
The extreme protection factor makes it a desirable option for many because, even if one does fall accidentally, the rubber flooring works as a cushion for the body. It helps absorb most of the shock from the fall and can protect your body from serious injury.
However, when you plan to invest in a rubber flooring plan, it is best to do some research first.
As limited as this material is in terms of style and design, the safety factor alone makes it one of the more costly options.
Best Flooring for Bathroom
Ceramic or Porcelain Tile
The most popular choice for bathroom flooring all over the world, is porcelain tile. It is waterproof, cost-effective, and stylish, making it a top choice of home owners worldwide. Porcelain features a textured, rich, and solid feel that is quite similar to stone, without the high cost of natural stone.
We love that it combines the best qualities of all other flooring options into one. A luxurious texture like stone, waterproof like vinyl, and elegant like wood, uplifts the look of any bathroom in your home. Porcelain belongs to the ceramic tile family, but there is a slight difference between the two. Tiles that have a 0.5 percent rate of absorbing water belong to the porcelain category.
Flooring for Bathrooms
When you’re planning a makeover for your bathroom, you must keep a few considerations in mind before you make the final decision.
Bathrooms nearly as high-traffic as the kitchen, and have 2 or more water features housed within (sink, toilet, shower), so water resistance and slip ability factor are important when choosing your new flooring.Bathroom floors should be resilient enough to handle the pressure of sweaty adults, dirty young kids, and even wet pets, if there are any in the house.
To review, here are the different flooring options that Floor Crafters recommends for your bathroom:
Type of Flooring | Pro's | Con's |
Cork | Beautiful & Stylish Non-Slip | Highly Absorbent of Moisture, which may cause mold issues |
Ceramic and porcelain | Timeless Style Durable Affordable Good for DIY'ers Waterproof | Not always non-slip without treatment Very hard surface to fall on |
Engineered hardwood | Beautiful Many substrates, colors and styles Non-slip if no wax applied Moderately priced | Not recommended for bathrooms Easily damaged by water and high traffic |
Natural stone tiles | Top choice in high end homes Waterproof Non-Slip Durable Long lasting Aesthetically pleasing to most | Cost Not for DIY projects |
Shower Floor Options
Shower flooring rises above the style and aesthetics and gives priority to practicality and functionality.
You need to primarily remember that a shower floor faces extreme exposure to water, so your floor plan must be highly water-resistant.
- Tile Shower Base
You can choose from a wide range of tiles for your shower base floor. You may also opt for a ready tile floor pan. These plans consist of composite plastic materials or fiberglass and chrome drains. The design must feature easy drainage with plumbing and a waterproof epoxy so that the tiles adhere to the bottom and sides. If you opt for tiles, make sure you use waterproof materials for setting them and coat time and again as needed.
- Molded Stones
Molded stones are not only classy but also high-end for shower bases. The synthetic plastic and natural stone make a durable combination as well as a luxurious appearance. High quality molded stones are resistant to mildew and mold and usually don’t require grout.
- Acrylic Pans
Acrylic pans fall into the medium price range and are a little flexible in terms of customization.
Acrylic bases are generally easy to maintain and clean as well and less vulnerable to cracking.
How to Choose Best Tile for Shower Floor
Perhaps the most important feature of a bathroom is the tile on the shower floor, and this is why you need to take the right route when selecting it. Here are things to consider:
- Budget
You must first set the budget within which you intend to get your shower flooring done. Markets showcase an unending variety of tiles. You can find something within every price range, style, sizes, and shapes.
Once you have a budget, you can turn your attention to finding the best tile option for you. You can pick from natural stone, porcelain or ceramic. Porcelain is more water-resistant, while ceramic has the lowest price. Porcelain also has a through-body composition, which is another advantage.
- Color scheme
It can be quite tricky to build a color palette, but starting with the vanity and cabinet colors first gives you a better direction.
Once you are sure of what color scheme your cabinets and vanity will have, you can easily follow the same with your tiles. Most tiles come in fairly neutral colors.However, many interior designs are testimony to the fact that lighter tiles make a better choice, especially when you can jazz up the look with bright accessories like knobs, etc.
- Size
Size is never a constant in the world of interior design. The new standard is the 12x24s that now make the smaller, once preferred size look outdated. Modern trends seem to favor bigger tiles, but the choice is still entirely up to you. If your tradition suits your taste and your bathroom size better, then select the uniform smaller sized tiles.
Subway tiles and basket weaves will be the best choice if you plan to go the traditional route. If you envision a transition yet timeless shower floor, then we recommend the 4x16 subway tiles. This site will give you the classic yet contemporary modern look you are seeking.
Safe Flooring for Seniors
When living with senior members in the house, style and design take a backseat in comparison to safety. Remodeling a bathroom where seniors and aging family members are living requires extra consideration in terms of safety.
You need to ensure whatever material you use is moisture resistant and prevents slipping and accidental falls. When it comes to materials that would make poor choices for bathrooms of seniors, ceramic tiles, hardwood, glass, and such, as well as hard, slippery materials, are a big no-no.
These materials aren't flexible and can get slippery very quickly. Furthermore, they do not cushion the bodies in the event of a fall, and so fatal injuries are inevitable. The better options in terms of safety are rubber or non-slip vinyl flooring for seniors’ bathrooms.
Final Thoughts
When remodeling or designing your bathroom, perhaps the most essential part of the project is the flooring. From tiles to safety elements, there is so much thought you need to put into each detail.
Floor Crafters Flooring Company makes sure your bathroom flooring project is as hassle-free and perfect as can be, and will make recommendations based on your style, requirements and budget. If you’d like a complimentary consultation with a professional flooring expert, contact us today at (720) 669-7230 for your next bathroom flooring project, and we will help you design the perfect floor for any bathroom in your home.
Non-slip floor in the bathroom - catalog of articles on the site
Non-slip floor in the bathroom is possible. As for materials, there are not so many options, because it is necessary to combine moisture resistance and non-slip. But there are tools that will help increase security.
Ceramic tiles - how to stop slipping?
The most commonly used ceramic tile for bathroom floors can be non-slip. Do not think that it is enough to choose a tile with a rough, and therefore unglazed surface, and the problem will be solved.
Of course, tiles that are not glazed slide much less, but they do not have such high water resistance, which means that you can lay them on the bathroom floor at your own peril and risk.
The way out is to treat the floor covering with a special anti-slip agent, which is intended for floors in bathrooms, showers, saunas, swimming pools, baths and other wet rooms.
The treatment is simple: from time to time the liquid needs to be applied to the floor with a brush. When the floor is dry, it will no longer slip, even if you step on it with wet feet.
When choosing a product that will protect the bathroom floor, you need to pay attention to how it works. There are products that form a protective anti-slip film on the surface of the tile, which affects its appearance: the tile becomes dimmer. In addition, washing the floors in the bathroom will be somewhat difficult - until the film is washed off. But there are more modern anti-slip impregnation agents, the use of which does not form a film.
Porcelain tile - non-slip bathroom floor
One of the best options for bathroom flooring is porcelain stoneware. Experts believe that this material is even more suitable for finishing wet rooms than ceramic tiles. Ceramic granite has a very dense structure, and, as a result, low moisture absorption. Plus, it doesn't slip. But this material is used in the decoration of bathroom floors much less frequently than ceramic tiles. Firstly, the name, which has the word "granite" in its composition, is confusing. In fact, there is no granite in it, and the word is just a synonym for strength (strong, like granite). Secondly, in the view of many, porcelain stoneware is something so voluminous that it definitely won’t fit in a bathtub. Indeed, there are porcelain stoneware slabs of large formats, but there are also small tiles - like ceramic ones. In between, there are many options. But the most serious factor that does not speak in favor of porcelain stoneware: the cost of this finishing material is significantly higher than the cost of ceramic tiles.
Non-slip stones for bare feet
Stone tiles on the bathroom floor are luxurious, noble, reliable. As for the size, it can be both large-format products (which look good on the floor in spacious rooms), and completely small tiles. Thickness - by analogy with ceramic tiles. In an attempt to make the stone non-slip, manufacturers treat it mechanically and chemically. The mechanical way is abrasive brushes that make the surface of the products rough, the chemical way is various means that not only make the surface structure heterogeneous, but also help it increase its “stickiness”. That is, such a stone repels water, but the soles of the feet do not (they stick to it like low-power rubber suction cups). However, there are anti-slip agents that can be applied to any stone products. But there is also an initially non-slip stone - artificial.
When it comes to bathroom flooring, safety is your top priority. And don't be fooled by "reliefs" and "pimples" - if the material is sliding, then they will not help, and in some cases they can even provoke a fall.
But even if the tile is rough to the touch, it is better to play it safe and get an anti-slip agent.
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Tiles, laminate, stone, cork, linoleum - today there are many options for flooring. Some of them are better than others for rooms with high humidity and other special characteristics. In this article, we will consider the options for decorating the floor in the bathroom with all the pros and cons of each material.
Which finish should I choose for the bathroom floor? Listed ideas in the video
What kind of floor to make in the bathroom
Selection criteria
Best options
— Tile
– Porcelain stoneware
— Quartzvinyl
— Natural stone
— Moisture resistant laminate
— Self-leveling floor
To understand which flooring to choose for the bathroom, you need to focus on a few key characteristics:Moisture resistance. Since the bathroom is a wet area with high humidity, the floor material should not be afraid of water and any contact with it.
Otherwise, the coating may deteriorate, and a fungus can start on or under it.
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Let's take a look at a few popular finishes that are best suited for this area.
Tile
Ceramic tile is the classic choice for all wet areas, especially the bathroom. This material has many advantages and only a few disadvantages.
Pros
- Moisture resistance - ceramics are not afraid of direct contact with water, air humidity and steam.
She can veneer any part of the bathroom, including a bath or shower. - Durability - on average, tiles serve quietly for 10-15 years, and with proper installation and careful handling, even more. The main thing is to regularly wash the surface, and if mold suddenly appears, get rid of it quickly.
- Versatility - this applies to both the design of the material itself (there are details of different shapes, sizes, colors, with and without patterns), and the ability to fit it into the interior. The tile will look appropriate in absolutely any style.
- Easy care - since ceramic is not afraid of water or household chemicals, it is very easy to care for it. For regular cleaning, you only need a rag and any suitable cleaning agent.
- Environmentally friendly - ceramic cladding does not contain any harmful or toxic elements, so it is environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic and safe for children.
Cons
- The main disadvantage of ceramics is its coldness.
Stepping on such a surface with bare feet is not very pleasant, especially when you get out of the shower or bath. There are two solutions. More complex - to make a warm floor in the bathroom. The second, simpler and more economical, is to simply lay a bath rug. - Most types of tiles require grouting. They, in turn, become unusable faster than the cladding itself, so they need to be looked after and, if necessary, renew the grout after a while.
- Another disadvantage is the relatively difficult installation. In general, you can deal with it on your own, but for reliability, masters are usually called. Also, if the tile has a complex shape or does not fit in size, it will need to be cut.
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Porcelain stoneware
This material is considered the "big brother" of ordinary tiles and is also very popular for decorating the floor in the bathroom (photo below). The advantages and disadvantages of porcelain stoneware are almost identical to classical ceramics, so it makes no sense to list them separately.
But there are a few nuances that are important to consider:
- Porcelain stoneware is characterized by a large format: 45x45 cm, 60x60 cm and more. There are slabs with a side of more than a meter, up to 3 m. Despite the stereotype that only small details should be in a small space, in fact this is one of the main trends of 2023 in bathroom design.
- Porcelain stoneware can be laid as standard as tiles, but seamless models are also available. This solves the problem with floor care, but keep in mind that such varieties cost more.
- The visual variety of this material is slightly less than that of a tile. The design of the slabs mainly imitates various textures: concrete, wood, marble, and other types of stone. The result is a discreet, but noble and visually expensive finish.
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Quartzvinyl
PVC tile (and quartzvinyl is its most popular variety) is very relevant today.
This is a modern multi-layer material that has absorbed all the best from traditional tiles, but due to the changed composition, it also eliminates the main disadvantages of ceramics. The composition of quartz vinyl is based on quartz sand, which gives it strength, and a polymer that provides elasticity. The plates consist of five layers, therefore, both in structure and visually, the coating is more like a laminate than a tile.
Pros
- Wear resistance — due to the complex composition and multi-layering of the quartz vinyl plate, it lasts a long time, is not afraid of sunlight, exposure to chemicals (including aggressive ones), and temperature changes.
- Moisture resistance - like all types of tiles, the material perfectly tolerates contact with water and high humidity.
- Unpretentiousness - you can clean PVC tiles in any way: vacuum, wipe with a damp cloth or napkin with a product, walk with a mop. And thanks to the antistatic effect, dust is practically not collected at the joints, which makes cleaning even easier.
- Warmth is the main advantage of the material over other similar ones. Unlike tiles or porcelain stoneware, quartz vinyl, like a wooden floor, is tactilely pleasant, it does not require additional heating or a soft coating.
- Design - visually, PVC tiles look like high-quality laminate, parquet or stone. This allows you to create the atmosphere of a living room in the bathroom and fill the space with natural textures.
Cons
- Under this coating, it is necessary to carefully prepare the base so that there are no irregularities, otherwise they will be visible through the plates.
- Since quartz vinyl is sufficiently elastic, it can eventually bulge under the legs of heavy furniture or equipment.
- Not all types of underfloor heating are suitable for PVC tiles: for example, you cannot use a film one, since the infrared heating can be too strong and thereby damage the plates.
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Natural stone
Like any natural material, stone is always an expensive pleasure.
But if you are looking for premium interior coverage, this is one of the best options.
Pros
- Appearance — of course, natural stone looks noble and expensive. It immediately transforms even a small neutral space.
- Durability - such a floor will last for decades, it is not afraid of mechanical and chemical influences, it is not afraid of high temperature, steam and contact with water.
- Safety - for example, unpolished marble does not slip at all when exposed to water.
Cons
- The cost is the main and practically the only drawback of the stone.
- Weight - stone slabs are quite heavy, this must be taken into account, especially if you are decorating a bathroom in a private house.
- Care - to keep the coating from losing its natural beauty, it must be periodically treated with special compounds and kept clean.
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Moisture Resistant Laminate
Laminate is definitely not the most obvious option when it comes to deciding which floor to choose for your bathroom.
It is believed that this material is suitable exclusively for residential areas, since in itself it really does not like moisture. However, laminate flooring has grades, and some of them are suitable for the hallway, kitchen or bathroom (for example, 33 and 34). Consider the pros and cons of the moisture resistant version of this coating.
Pros
- Installation is simple: you can actually handle the process of laying the plates yourself, without involving a specialist.
- This is a fairly inexpensive material that is suitable for budget repairs.
- Laminate is warm, it is pleasant to walk on it with bare feet even without additional heating.
- Imitation of wood texture makes the interior more comfortable, the main thing is to choose a coating with a high-quality pattern.
Cons
- After all, laminate does not like frequent and direct contact with water, so it is better to lay it in a storage area or, for example, in a separate toilet.
And for the shower choose more traditional materials. - It is the moisture-resistant coating option that will not be as cheap as the standard one.
- Most likely, in the bathroom will not last as long as ceramics, quartz vinyl or natural stone.
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Self-leveling coating
Self-leveling flooring is a rather unusual finishing option, which is used much less often than tiles or porcelain stoneware, but in fact it is also well suited for a bathroom. Unlike all other finishing materials, this one is not laid out from its component parts, but completely covers the entire floor. The process is similar to concrete pouring, but a self-levelling compound is used, and such a finish is already considered a fine finish.
Pros
- Fast work - on average, after pouring the mixture, you can walk on such a floor in a few hours. This is convenient, since you do not need to wait 1-2 days for further work.
- Good waterproofing - if the installation is carried out correctly and all seams are well processed, the probability of flooding the neighbors is reduced to zero.
- Hygienic - Self-leveling floor will definitely not become a haven for mold or fungus, besides, it is easy to wash and clean.
- Moisture resistance - the material is not afraid of water and temperature changes, which makes it perfect for a bathroom.
Cons
- Difficult assembly and dismantling - before pouring the mixture, the surface will need to be carefully prepared. And if later you decide to make repairs and replace the finish, then it will be extremely difficult to remove the frozen mass from the screed.
- Coldness - like tiles, self-leveling flooring is not very pleasant for walking barefoot. Therefore, you will need heating or a soft mat.
- High cost - all the work together plus the mixture itself will cost quite a lot.
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