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Whether it’s the charming ensuite attached to your master bedroom, the communal family bathroom that’s always a squeeze in the morning, or the spare bathroom that only ever gets used when guests stay over, you’ll be hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn’t see their bathroom an essential space in their home.
Of course, being such a busy space that gets used every day, it can be tricky to find the right time to replace old tiles and give the wall a new lick of paint – not to mention working out how on earth you’re going to replace its old floor fast enough so you’re not down your entire washroom for more than a day or two.
Fortunately, thanks to modern innovations in flooring designs and materials, replacing your bathroom floor has not only become faster and more efficient, but even more flexible in getting you a durable floor, meaning you’ll be left with a stunning surface that’ll look great for years to come!
So, if you’re searching for inspiration from current trending bathrooms or bathroom flooring ideas in general, why not sneak a peek at our favourite bathroom floor ideas below?
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What is the best type of floor for a bathroom?
First things first, when experimenting with new bathroom floor ideas, it’s very important that you pick a flooring material that is bathroom-friendly – after all, the last thing you want is for your new bathroom floor to start peeling and lifting from water exposure.
Naturally, this means that a waterproof floor (or at least one that is highly water-resistant) is a must, as is a material with good durability and slip resistance for when you’re getting out of the shower or bath.
On top of this, you’ll also want to think about the style and design of your new floor so that it matches your current home aesthetic, all while choosing something that’s simple and easy to install so that you can start using your washroom again as soon as possible.
It’s for these reasons above then that we here at Flooring King would recommend considering bathroom LVT as your main option. LVT flooring in a bathroom gives you tons of options when it comes to style and design, while still being waterproofed, hard-wearing, and tough enough to withstand everyday use.
Bathroom LVT floor ideas
As we’ve mentioned, LVT flooring is not only fully waterproof and slip-resistant, but you can also use LVT with underfloor heating – perfect for when you get up on those cold winter mornings. Better yet, LVT flooring lends itself well to uniquely patterned flooring. Here are some of our top LVT bathroom flooring ideas below:
1. Go with a timeless checkerboard pattern
If you want that classic and sophisticated bathroom floor setup, then it’s hard to go wrong with a checkerboard pattern. Whether it’s black and white, beige and terracotta, or another neutral colour combination entirely, LV can help you easily put a new twist on this vintage pattern while still retaining a traditional aesthetic.
With that being said, if you want to add a modern touch to your checkerboard pattern, then why not try mixing larger tiles in one area with smaller tiles in another to make your new bathroom floor stand out all the more prominently?
2. Capture that rustic décor
While LVT is great for creating different patterns and colour combinations, its simple yet advanced design also makes it more than capable of recreating more traditional trending flooring as well – including all manner of stone tiling.
From a cool sandstone to a striking pebbled concrete, high-quality stone LVT can easily replicate the stone tiled floor of your dreams without the hefty price tag – not to mention saving you the hassle of maintaining expensive stone tiles properly.
3. Embrace a marble bathroom design
Finally, while LVT is perfectly suited for recreating the classic checkerboard, if you really want to add an air of luxury to your washroom, then you opt for an LVT marble tile finish instead.
Matching the visual of real stone but with much more versatility, marble LVT will give you that sleek and luxurious floor finish at a much lower price. Get the look you want for your bathroom flooring, and put more of your money towards completing the rest of your bathroom redesign.
Wood flooring ideas for a bathroom
Engineered wood is water-resistant, so while it could be used in a bathroom, you’d need to be cautious about water exposure. Instead, wooden LVT can give you the same effect, while offering 100% waterproof finish. It’s a great idea for bathrooms where you want a classic finish, with all the luxury and the look of a wooden bathroom floor, but need a more practical option that will stand the test of time.
1. Lean into an organic aesthetic
From simple matt wood finishes to oiled and polished plank designs, LVT is available in a range of finishes and wood styles, each of which can recreate the feel of a real wood floor without any of the associated downsides.
2. Hop on the herringbone trend
Although standard plank layouts have always been popular in bathrooms with wood flooring, there’s absolutely no reason why you can’t install a distinctive and eye-catching herringbone pattern instead.
Ideal for creating a sense of depth, the geometric nature of herringbone setups adds a degree of visual complexity to any floor, which could be just what you need to help your new bathroom floor stand out.
3. Check-in with chevrons instead
Similar to herringbone in shape but distinctly different in pattern, choosing a chevron layout for your bathroom floor is all about creating a sense of flow throughout the room for a more calming atmosphere.
LVT is great for this style choice, so all you have to do is find the right shade of wood to go with your bathroom décor and your wash space will be complete.
Small bathroom flooring ideas
As simple as choosing a bathroom floor might be, if you have a smaller-than-average washroom, you might be looking for ways to make it feel bigger without having to do any additional DIY work. Take a look at the small bathroom flooring ideas we’ve shared below for tips on where to get started:
1. Engage in a neutral floor palette
To start off with, the vast majority of small bathrooms will absolutely benefit from having a neutral colour scheme rather than a dark one – and this includes your new bathroom floor.
Simply put, opting for lighter hues and shades will help to make your bathroom space feel that much bigger and brighter, especially when combined with a polished floor made from laminate or engineered wood, which will help to reflect additional light around the room.
2. Go with larger tile designs
You might not think to look at them, but investing in larger tile designs and patterns can actually go a long way towards making your bathroom floor feel that much bigger and more spacious.
This is because bigger tile designs require fewer join lines when installing, helping to reduce any hectic visuals in your bathroom and instead grounding you with a relaxed floor that feels great to walk on.
3. Blend flooring finishes
Last, but not least, if you really want your new bathroom floor to stand out, then why not consider choosing two distinctly different but matching flooring finishes to create a clear divide in your bathroom?
For example, you may decide you want a wood-finish LVT for the main area of your bathroom, but a patterned LVT finish for the space around your bath and sink, marking them out as the primary wash space while still letting you indulge a little with a unique flooring style all of your own.
Find your new bathroom floor in our range
With all of our top flooring ideas for bathrooms covered, you hopefully now have a much better idea of what you can do to bring your dream washroom floor to life in the not-too-distant future.
Of course, once you’re ready to buy your new floor, then you should absolutely head over to the Flooring King range to see what we have on offer. From LVT to engineered wood, and more, we have the right floor for everyone in our collection!
