Traditionally, bathrooms are tiled, but wood flooring in bathrooms is becoming an increasingly popular solution. It makes a room feel cozier, warmer, and easier on the eye. To enjoy this natural material in your interior, you need to know what types of wood you can use. Which types would be best? Read on what to consider when designing a bathroom with wood floors.
Which wooden floor for the bathroom?
Many people believe that wooden
floor boards are not suitable for the bathroom, since the room is very humid. This is a mistake. Natural materials in the interior add charm, but they must be very durable to withstand the weight of plumbing fixtures and furniture. They cannot deform when exposed to moisture. They must be resistant to fungi and mold, which is why regular care and maintenance of the wooden floor in the bathroom is so important. When choosing wood for your bath, remember proper ventilation, e.g. electric fan.
- A wooden floor in a bathroom will look good regardless of the shape of the room.
- This is a very flexible material, so it can be used even in interiors of complex shapes.
- You can also arrange boards in unusual shapes, for example, in the now fashionable herringbone pattern.
- Wood floors will be ideal, especially in modern bathrooms combined with fashionable walk-in closets without a shower tray, which require high-end linear drains to function properly.
- To further increase the comfort of using the shower stall and at the same time protect the drain from unpleasant odors, we recommend a dry siphon.
Arranging a bathroom with a wooden floor
- One of the most popular design solutions is a white bathroom with a wooden floor - all this fits perfectly into the cool Scandinavian style. Such an interior must include stone and materials imitating it, as well as accessories made from natural materials, such as wicker.
- If you prefer minimalist solutions, the best option is a black and white bathroom with a wooden floor, where the contrast will be softened by the addition of natural wooden beams. To add elegance to such an interior, choose gold bathroom faucets. Wall-mounted linear drains are perfect in a modern bathroom with black accessories, including a wall-mounted linear drain with glass grille, which we we produce. This kit will be supplemented with inclined strips, thanks to which the tiler will create a one-sided slope to the linear drain.
- A gold bathroom with a wooden floor is the perfect backdrop for a luxurious, glamorous style. For this composition, it is worth choosing exotic woods that will add gloss to the interior. A freestanding bathtub on golden lion claws and fittings of the same color fit perfectly into this style. If you decide to take a shower in the bathroom, choose a concealed shower faucet installation, a standard drain with a double gold grate and an inclined strip of the same color. Hidden installation mixer - what is it, how much does it cost and is it worth installing you will find out by reading our other article.
Which wood for the bathroom floor?
The choice of flooring for a bathroom is limited. For such an interior, only hard local or exotic species are suitable. When choosing wood for a bathroom floor, you should take into account its shrinkage (warping), hardness and price. Exotic types will be the most expensive. What can a wooden bathroom floor be made from? There are several possibilities:
- merbau – it is waterproof and resistant to abrasion and other mechanical damage.
- teak – looks beautiful, is waterproof and very resistant to mechanical damage. It is also very heavy.
- sapella – has a high content of natural oils, which makes it resistant to moisture. It is also hard and resistant to mechanical damage.
- oak – hard and resistant to mechanical damage. It is waterproof; to maintain this property, the slabs require regular impregnation.
- badi – valued for its high hardness and water resistance.
In modern bathroom designs, wooden floors are combined with minimalist shower stalls, in which one of the most important elements are wall-mounted linear drains. They are almost invisible because they are hidden in the wall, so they look great in a fashionable interior. Art Nouveau and loft style - a gray bathroom with a wooden floor, in which it will perfectly complement the decor minimalistic accessories, such as: black slope strip - beautiful and functional at the same time, it perfectly masks the unsightly finish of the tiles.
Wooden floor in the bathroom - how to protect it?
The wooden floor in the bathroom should always be very well protected from both moisture and mechanical damage.
- Many experts recommend oiling. This method works especially well with exotic wood in the bathroom. Although this type of board contains a lot of oils, it is a necessary treatment to keep the beautiful appearance of the wood longer - it protects against graying. It is best to treat with a refreshing oil every 6 months. Oiling does not require any special preparation of the floor covering, you just need to clean the floor from dust and dirt.
- Wooden floors in bathrooms can also be protected with a suitable wood varnish. This method is especially recommended for thermowood floors. If you want to protect an exotic wood floor in the bathroom in this way, it is more troublesome, since before applying the varnish you need to use a special primer, which will prevent wood resins from penetrating into the varnish.
- In the case of species such as iroko, teak or merbau, care involves covering them with a layer of varnish and then several layers of wax - both preparations are applied hot to the wooden floor in the bathroom. Thanks to this, they penetrate the structure of the wood and protect it from moisture. High-quality sealing materials should be used under the floor covering to ensure 100% waterproofing of the bathroom rooms.
Bathroom with wooden floors - how to care?
In addition to proper maintenance, proper maintenance of your wood bathroom floor is crucial.
- It is worth remembering to vacuum every day, thanks to which delicate wooden coverings are protected from damage. When cleaning wood, choose only brushes with soft bristles, so-called parquet floors.
- A very important step in caring for a wooden floor is wiping it with a damp (well wrung out) cloth or mop.
- For varnished wooden floors in the bathroom, preparations without the addition of fatty substances are best suited.
- The opposite is true when caring for oiled wooden floors in bathrooms. Wax for cleaning natural timber floors is best suited for such lining.
- When caring for your beautiful bathroom panels, be careful with your drains so that debris does not get in them, as they can effectively clog the drain.
Wooden floors in bathrooms are a very elegant and timeless solution. When choosing this type of flooring, you should consider the origin of the wood and its price. Domestic types, although cheaper, require regular maintenance. Exotic wood in bathrooms is more expensive, but does not require labor-intensive processing - you just need to oil it every few months.
