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Add value to your bathroom with these flooring options
We break down the most to least expensive options for a new bathroom floor.
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Updating your bathroom floor is a great way to add value. Options range from premium to budget-friendly.
Timber offers a luxury feel but requires proper waterproofing. Ceramic tiles are durable, versatile, and great with underfloor heating. For a more affordable choice, vinyl comes in many patterns and can be recycled.
The most budget-conscious options include modern laminate, eco-friendly linoleum, or resurfacing your existing floor, which can be significantly cheaper than a full replacement.
Timber bathroom flooring
This traditional bathroom uses large-format floor tiles and wall tiles in a herringbone pattern, creating a layered aesthetic.
Wood-look and ceramic tile options
The options are endless when it comes to bathroom design, and there’s always room to get creative. This design concept imagines a relaxing, spa-like retreat using stones to surround a freestanding bath.
Vinyl flooring
In this Auckland bathroom in a home designed by Jessop Architects, mosaic tiles across the floor and walls create a beautiful visual continuity. Image: John Williams
Laminate and linoleum flooring
Resurfacing
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