If you want to transform your bathroom without having to do a major refurbishment, then it might be an idea to look down at the floor, and think about replacing the flooring with some new bathroom tiles. And those tiles don't have to a dull design or color, since there are now hundreds of tile designs and colors to choose from that can really turn your bathroom into a place you love to be. There are now many different types of materials to choose from. Everything from stone through to the more traditional ceramic. Here we'll look at some of your floor tile options.
One of the tile materials that has really grown in popularity in recent years is stone. As you would expect it is very hardwearing, and that is something that is always a good feature of any type of flooring material. But the other good thing about stone is that each type imparts a different feel. Granite can give a feel of real solidity to your floor, while tiles in materials such as sandstone tend to give a warmer, softer feel.
One thing to remember is that stone can be heated. Perfect for those cold winter mornings when the last thing you want is to feel cold feet when you go into the bathroom. It is never a good idea to install carpet in the bathroom, and many other types of material do have a cold feel, but with stone floor tiles and under-floor heating you can have the best of both worlds. A material that is easy to clean and yet warm to the touch. Stone can also be cool in summer. another advantage.
If you do intend to add under floor heating to you bathroom then make sure you decide exactly where the heating will go before you plan your bathroom any further.
If you want to add a feel of luxury to your bathroom, then you might do well to consider marble floor tiles. You have to be careful of the stains that can happen to marble, and so you do need to care for marble tiles accordingly, but they are well worth the effort. For an easier maintenance choice you might consider artificial marble tiles rather than quarried natural marble.
If you are looking for something easy to install, you might consider linoleum floor tiles. These are widely available in many different designs and colors. Linoleum can become damaged though, and some care needs to be take in its maintenance.
One of the most common types of tile found in bathrooms is the good old ceramic floor tile. They can impart an almost regal look. It is very important to make sure that the tiles you sue are the non-slip variety, since a fall in the bathroom can be dangerous. Tiles can be extremely slippery in a steam-laden bathroom. There are some disadvantages to using ceramic tiles, since they can easily become cracked. Especially when some hard object such as a glass bottle is dropped on them. This needs to be taken into account if you are considering ceramic floor tiles.
But whatever the material you choose, remember that there are now hundreds of different designs of floor tiles. The old style mosaic floor tiles can still look good, but there are many others to consider, and choosing something more outlandish for your floor might be just the thing to really make your bathroom refurbishment go with a bang.
