When choosing the right flooring for a bathroom, there is a lot more to keep in mind than personal style. Some very specific factors come into play:

• How impervious is the flooring to water and steam?
• Will it stain easily when there is a spill like makeup?
• Is it safe or does it become slippery when wet?
• How long will it last?

Special consideration needs to be given to bathroom flooring for a couple of reasons. If your bathroom is not a large room, choosing lighter colors and designs with larger elements will expand the room. Also consider that a bathroom receives a lot of moisture both in the form of water and steam from showers, taps and the bath.

• Ceramic Tile Flooring – Ceramic tile is the best of all worlds. Like stone, it’s got a rich, textured, solid feeling. Like vinyl, it’s waterproof and it’s fairly inexpensive. And like wood flooring, it looks pretty good.
• Laminate Flooring – Laminate bathroom flooring is easy to clean and stands up to a lot of wear.
• Marble and Granite Floors – Marble and granite bathroom floors make a beautiful surface that is durable and looks great. Be aware of their care and maintenance needs.
• Sheet or Tile Vinyl Flooring – Vinyl bathrom flooring is the most popular choice for many bathrooms.  Importantly, vinyl flooring resists moisture penetration and is available in slip retardant surfaces. A floor’s resistance against water, steam, splashing, and humidity is an important consideration when selecting your bathroom flooring.