We spend a lot of time in our bedrooms because they are intimate places where we can be ourselves and rest, rejuvenate, and relax. The floor of your bedroom is a frequently ignored design element despite its significant impact on the room’s ambience. What should you look for while picking a bedroom floor?
Prioritising comfort, style, and longevity when selecting a floor for your bedroom will allow you to enjoy it for many years to come. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of five various flooring options for the bedroom and explain why we think they’re all good choices.
Solid Timber
Solid timber flooring, generally referred to as the ‘classic’ alternative, is a terrific choice for bedrooms and is widely used. All the way down to the subfloor, solid wood floors are constructed from real wood, making them not only strong and long-lasting but also replete with the warmth and beauty of the earth.
Advantages of Solid Timber Floors
The longevity and resilience of Solid Timber flooring.
Solid Timber floors are extremely long-lasting and resistant to scratches because they have a thick top coating added to them at the factory or during installation. Due to this, they are a great option for heavily trafficked bedroom flooring.
Solid Timber floors have the added benefit of being able to be sanded and refinished when they begin to show their age years down the road. This means you can effectively have a brand new floor without having to replace it. These floors are a good investment because they can increase the value of your home and possibly outlast it.
Solid Timber floors are warm and inviting.
The natural warmth of solid timber flooring is fantastic for those frigid winter mornings, and their softness makes them a pleasure to walk on any time of year. Solid timber flooring, as their name implies, give off an air of robustness; they are not slippery and assist in dampening ambient noise.
The look and feel of Solid Timber floors cannot be beaten .
There is a wide variety of species from which to select your solid timber floor, each with its own unique appearance and set of benefits. You’re sure to find a floor that suits your taste among the wide variety of knots and gum veins that characterise each plank.
Flooring made of Solid Timber is good for your health and the environment.
Because they are not constructed with any adhesives or other chemicals, solid timber floors are among the most natural types of flooring. Because they can be installed without the need for glue and a variety of low-VOC (volatile organic compound) finishes are available, these floors are great for people who have trouble breathing.
In addition to having a lower long-term environmental impact due to their durability, Solid Timber flooring are also very recyclable.
Consequences of Using Solid Timber for Floors
Their price is higher than that of alternative flooring options.
Given that they are crafted from real wood, Solid Timber floors may be quite pricey depending on species, breadth, and thickness. An indicative cost to supply and install a pre-finished Solid Timber floor in New South Wales (Australia) is between $120 and $150 per square metre.
Water cannot penetrate Solid Timber floors.
It’s not a huge deal in the bedroom, but remember that Solid Timber floors don’t enjoy being wet, which can lead to cracking and buckling. It’s best to practise cleaning up mishaps and spills as quickly as possible.
Engineered wood flooring
Bedrooms benefit greatly from engineered timber floors as an alternative to more expensive Solid Timber flooring.
Engineered timber floors are constructed with a real wood veneer on top of layers of plywood, making them more affordable and resistant to moisture and temperature fluctuations. The end result? When properly built, engineered flooring seems identical to their Solid Timber counterparts, but they are less expensive and last longer.
Advantages of Engineered Wood Flooring
Installing it will cost less.
Engineered timber flooring is a floating floor design; thus it may be laid directly over an existing floor without the need to remove the old one. As a result, setting one up is a breeze; you could do it in a day if you wanted to. Also, if you ever decide you want a different look for your floors, removing them is a breeze.
The pros and cons of floating floors are discussed more here for your information.
Hydropro timber, a new kind of engineered flooring, has a waterproof core and is completely submersible.
The majority of water damage is caused by leaks beneath the floor. Water from a broken pipe or accidental spills won’t be a problem for our engineered wood flooring.
The advantages of Solid Timber are preserved to a large extent.
The durability, comfort, and aesthetic appeal of a solid timber floor are largely preserved in engineered timber floors since their surface is very identical. In practical terms, you won’t see any difference at all!
Engineered-timber-flooring’s downsides
It’s not as durable as real wood.
Don’t get us wrong — with proper maintenance, engineered wood flooring can last for generations. However, unlike solid timber, engineered timber floors can only be refinished so many times before they show signs of wear.
Delamination occurs when the layers of an engineered wood floor separate and become loose due to the application of too strong chemicals.
There have been reports of off-gassing from engineered wood.
Adhesives are used to connect several layers of engineered wood flooring together, and depending on the model, these adhesives may off-gas harmful VOCs. This, however, is highly model-dependent, so before committing to a flooring model, be sure to consult your flooring supplier. This problem can also occur with other forms of multi-layer floorings , such as laminate and hybrid floors.
Silver Trading exclusively carries engineered timber floors that have earned the highest possible emissions safety standards because we understand how unpleasant off-gassing can be (particularly in bedrooms).
Floor Laminates
Laminate is another option for bedroom flooring, and it offers a lot of bang for the buck. Laminate flooring is not made from real wood like solid or engineered wood floors are, but rather a resin ‘print layer’ that is effectively a textured photograph of a surface like wood or tile. The floor’s HDF particleboard core and melamine base are bonded to the print layer, making it both fashionable and affordable.
Laminate Flooring’s Advantages
It’s a steal at this price!
The floating floor design of laminate flooring makes it one of the most cost-effective options out there. Laminate flooring is an easy and affordable option to update the decor of your bedroom.
It looks great.
Putting in a new floor that doesn’t appeal to the eye is pointless. The print layer used in laminate flooring allows for a broad variety of designs, and other technologies, such as bevelling and micro-printing, make laminate floors look almost identical to the genuine surface, so you can rest easy.
It lasts a long time
Because they are treated in the manufacture to resist scratches and fading from UV radiation, laminate floors are extremely long lasting. Laminate flooring is also resistant to dents because of the HDF core. Since children tend to play on the floor a lot, bedrooms, where laminate flooring is installed are, ideal.
Laminate Flooring’s Downsides
Not watertight
Although this shouldn’t be too much of an issue in bedrooms, laminate flooring is not waterproof and should not be exposed to moisture for extended periods of time (from above or below the floor).
Unlike its wooden cousins, it doesn’t survive as long.
Laminate flooring has a lifespan of 10-30 years, depending on how well it is cared for, but unlike real wood, it cannot be refinished by sanding or polishing as the top layer wears away.
Hybrid Flooring
Another fantastic choice for a bedroom is hybrid flooring options. They are constructed similarly to laminate floating floors but use a wood or stone composite in place of the MDF and melamine layers. So, how does this affect you? Hybrid flooring is not only watertight but also offers a more comfortable walking surface.
Advantages of Hybrid Flooring
Guaranteed water tightness
Hybrid flooring, unlike laminate floors, is waterproof and can prevent delamination in damp environments like bathrooms and bedrooms. Because of this, messes caused by spills are less of a hassle to deal with on hybrid floors.
It retains many of the laminate flooring’s advantages.
Hybrid floors retain the benefits of laminate flooring since they share the same multi-layered construction. The topcoat is scratch and UV resistant, the flooring is soft underfoot, and there are dozens of patterns from which to choose.
Consequences of Using Hybrid Floors
It costs more than laminate flooring but less than Solid Timber.
Hybrid floors are a good compromise between the two extremes of flooring options, solid and engineered wood and laminate and vinyl. Should I bother? Whether or not the additional cost of hybrid floors’ water tightness is justified by their other benefits must be considered.
It’s not quite as long-lasting as laminate flooring.
Hybrid flooring, while not delicate, does not fare as well against scratches and dents as laminate does . Is waterproofing more important than durability?
Floors of Bamboo
Bamboo floors are a terrific way to give your bedroom a contemporary and elegant appeal. These strong floating floorings are crafted from shredded and compressed bamboo grass.
Pros of Bamboo Floors
It looks great.
Even though bamboo flooring can’t mimic the look of other materials, they do have a distinctive grain that may be tinted to match any aesthetic. You may almost certainly find a bamboo floor hue that suits you, from the dark tones of ‘Smoked Coffee’ to the warmth of ‘Coral Reef’ or the creamy tones of ‘Natural’ bamboo.
It doesn’t harm the planet in any way
Because bamboo is a renewable resource that grows quickly, homes with bamboo flooring are an excellent choice for anyone concerned about the environment. But before you buy bamboo flooring, make sure you research the manufacturing process. Look into whether or not your floor has been certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and whether or not it was made with adhesives that off-gas hazardous levels of volatile organic compounds.
It lasts a long time
Strand woven bamboo flooring, in particular, is extremely hardy and resistant to impacts because of the bamboo’s inherent hardness.
Cons of Having Bamboo Floors
Its appearance is divisive.
Even while bamboo floors are on trend and can give your bedroom a modern appearance, we understand that not everyone is a fan of their distinct appearance. You can rest easy knowing that your new bamboo floor will look beautiful in your home because Silver Trading provides free in-home consultations and flooring samples to most of New South Wales at no cost to you.
Not watertight
When it comes to water resistance, bamboo flooring ranks dead last. Avoid leaving any standing water on your bamboo floor, as this can cause it to swell and possibly grow mould if the humidity or moisture levels are too high.
Questions & Answers
Where Should I Put the Carpet in My Bedroom?
Since bedrooms aren’t frequently exposed to wetness or heavy foot activity, most flooring options will do fine. Laminate flooring, hybrid flooring, solid timber flooring, engineered timber flooring, and bamboo flooring are just a few of the flooring kinds we recommend. These floors are soft underfoot and long-lasting, so you can take pleasure in them for years to come.
Can you recommend some low-cost bedroom flooring options?
The least expensive options for a bedroom floor are a hybrid or laminate design. Both are floating flooring, so they may be installed over an existing surface without the help of a professional. They’ll both endure a long time because they’re so scratch-resistant and tough.
Which Is Better For Bedrooms: Carpet Or Laminate?
Bedrooms are the perfect place for either carpet or laminate flooring. However, laminate floors are healthier for persons with allergies because they are easy to clean. Carpet carpeting is more pleasant to walk on, but it has the disadvantage of collecting dirt and dust in its fibres. Overall, we think laminate flooring is preferable to carpet since it is easier to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
Does Carpet Still Have a Place in Bedrooms?
Carpets continue to be widely used in bedrooms due to their low cost, plush feel, and comfort underfoot. Allergy sufferers should avoid carpet flooring since they are so challenging to keep clean. Carpets are losing popularity as wood floors become the preferred option for many people.
Which is better, Solid Timber or laminate flooring for my bedroom?
Bedrooms benefit greatly from laminate flooring due to its low cost, durability, and modern aesthetic. You’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to picking a floor that complements your bedroom, as they come in hundreds of realistic styles and textures like timber and tile. Since laminate flooring is also a floating floor design, it may be easily installed by the homeowner over the course of a weekend.
Do We Need to Have the Same Bedroom Floors Throughout the House?
The beauty of bedrooms is that they are individual areas that may be adapted to suit the tastes of the occupants. Actually, a beautiful aesthetic may be achieved without sacrificing unity by using a variety of flooring materials throughout a home.
