Can wood flooring be installed in bathrooms?
Tiling isn’t the only available solution for wet room flooring. It’s perfectly possible to lay wood flooring in toilets as long as certain criteria are met :
What type of wood can be used for wood flooring in toilets?
Since a bathroom is a humid environment, it’s important to choose a wood floor that is resistant to water and moisture. Exotic wood species are most suitable as they are naturally resistant to decay. At Panaget, we’ve chosen to offer you teak wood floors from Indonesia, with integrated joints, perfectly suited to humid environments. Resistant to temperature changes and water splashes, ranging in color from light brown to dark brown, and known for its softness, it will create a warm atmosphere to your bathroom! It’s advisable to occasionally apply maintenance oil for oiled wood flooring, which acts as a protective layer.
What finish should you opt for on a wood floor installed in a bathroom?
For wood floors intended for a humid room like bathrooms, an oiled finish is best. Why? Because oiled wood floors allow the planks to breathe in the event of water infiltration. Moreover, regular application of maintenance oil will ensure long-term protection of the wood floor.
What technique should be used to lay wood flooring in toilets?
To guarantee board stability and make sure they stay together, glued laying is the only suitable solution. It guarantees maximum waterproofing and adherence.
For wet rooms, we strongly recommend a “boat deck” installation, which improves flooring stability while giving a unique effect thanks to the black caulking between the boards.
