Materials and finishes
Comparing bathroom flooring options honestly
Specification notes
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Porcelain wins on durability and water tolerance but feels cold without a warm floor build-up.
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LVT is warmer and quieter, and its performance depends heavily on how the joints and perimeter are detailed.
Common mistakes to avoid
Porcelain wins on durability and water tolerance but feels cold without a warm floor build-up.
Common questions
Is laminate ever suitable?
In a bathroom, no, the core swells at the joints once water gets in.
What about vinyl sheet?
Welded sheet vinyl is excellent in wet rooms and accessible bathrooms, particularly with a coved skirting detail.
Where this fits with our work
Local help with bathroom flooring
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