Hardwood floors are popular and attractive options for your home, but we wouldn’t advise installing them in your bathroom. There are definitely better options available to you right now. Here’s what you need to know.
Wood floors just don’t do very well when there’s a rapid influx or decrease in moisture. That’s exactly what happens in a bathroom, especially if you take longer showers or if you have a bathtub where water gets on the floor. Whenever wood floors come into contact with water, they soak it up and start to expand. That will lead to cupping or an uneven floor.
As an alternative, you can choose a ceramic tile that closely mimics the look of a wood floor. We’ve put this kind of tile in quite a bit of homes and it looks very sharp. There isn’t a visible grout joint whatsoever, and the wood texture is an attractive alternative to using a true wood floor. Because of the minimal grout line, you don’t have to worry about water causing expansion issues. At the same time, you still get the look of a wood floor.
We have a design specialist who has an interior decorating license. She can come out to your home and listen to your input, ask questions, and make sure that everything in the bathroom is color coordinated. She’ll help to pick the right solutions that match the design that you have in mind.
If you love the hardwood look in your home and want your bathroom to match, there’s an attractive alternative. You won’t have to worry about the moisture issues that can occur from using real wood.
To learn more about the options available for your bathroom, contact us online or give us a call at (540) 685-0366.
