There’s nothing like taking a nice hot shower at the end of a long day. When our bathrooms have good flooring, we tend to take it for granted. However, you will certainly notice if the flooring is of poor quality.

You don’t want to go through the trouble of installing brand new flooring, only to have it start peeling off or rotting within the year. Ideally, you would not want the floor to be uncomfortable to walk on, either. Having suitable flooring that is comfortable, durable and convenient is key to furnishing an amiable bathroom.

Since bathrooms experience several unique conditions compared to other parts of the house, you will need to consider your flooring choices wisely. Here are some of the factors that you should think about when deciding which flooring is right for your bathroom.

Water

Bathroom flooring, especially shower flooring, naturally comes into contact with a lot of water. While water can seem fairly innocuous, it can cause serious damage to certain types of flooring. For example, organic hardwood flooring could rot after prolonged exposure to water. Besides the obvious aesthetic effects, you may even get mould and fungus growing in your flooring.

Avoid all of these issues by choosing your flooring wisely. Get water-resistant, or better yet, waterproof flooring. Vinyl flooring and grooved porcelain tiles are ideal for bathrooms for this reason. 

Durability

Durable flooring is cost-effective. Not having to repair your flooring every few years can save you a ton of time and money. More importantly, nobody wants an out of order bathroom. Most homes tend to have one or two bathrooms at most. Having one shut down for repairs can be a great inconvenience, so you would want to minimise damage or wear and tear.

The best flooring options out there are not only long-lasting but also resistant to several types of damage. Other than water-resistance, as mentioned before, some flooring types are also stain-resistant and indent-resistant.

Ease of instalment

No matter how durable your flooring, accidents can still happen. Even the most resilient flooring will be subject to degradation down the line. When the time comes for repairs, you would want instalment to be quick and efficient. Having an out of commission bathroom for a day is tolerable, but going without a bathroom for several days can be frustrating.

Given the importance of an operational bathroom, getting easy-to-install bathroom flooring is absolutely essential. Ideally, you will want flooring that can be installed in a few hours. Since bathrooms are rather small compared to most other rooms, this should not be too difficult a task.

Comfort

There’s nothing worse than stepping into a bathroom barefoot, only to be met with biting cold flooring. As durable as your flooring may be, it would not be very useful if it makes you dread entering the bathroom in the first place. Bathroom flooring should be comfortable to walk on. You’ll want flooring that is soft beneath your feet and good at insulating heat, such that it’s not cold when you step on it.

Colour and Texture

Practicality is often the priority when it comes to choosing the type of flooring. But once you have selected the right material, aesthetics can come into play. Fortunately, most materials come in varying patterns and colours. Luxury vinyl flooring is particularly flexible for design purposes, coming in tile and plank forms. They also come in several beautiful shades, from classy winter grey to rustic summer oak.

Or better yet, throw in some custom made curtains! That way, you can have your curtains match perfectly with your flooring by complementing its colour with your own choice of colour.

Appropriate flooring is necessary for any good bathroom. You need to consider the immediate and long-term implications of any one material before you make your choice. For a one-size-fits-all solution, luxury vinyl flooring is a water-resistant, durable, long-lasting option that fulfils all the criteria listed above.

We here at Wallhub provide speedy installations for luxury vinyl flooring in any part of your house. We also offer other services for all your wall-covering needs. If you ever need help choosing and installing custom made curtains or wallpaper in Singapore, we’re here to help!