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Bathroom Shower Floor Ideas That Reveal The Best Materials For The Job

Shower Floor Ideas That Reveal The Best Materials For The Job

When designing or renovating a bathroom with a shower, some things require special consideration. The shower floor is one of them. We’re referring mostly to the material it’s made of. It needs to be able to withstand the constant moisture in the room, to be easy to clean and to also look good. Given these requirements, the options are limited but, even so, there are plenty of shower floor ideas to choose from.

Marble Shower Floors

Marble gives a luxurious look to any space it’s used in. As a shower floor material, however, that comes with a price. Marble scratches and chips easily so it might not be the best option in this case. In addition, it’s a porous material which can be easily damaged by certain substances and you need to choose your cleaning products and toiletries carefully. Then there’s also the price which might discourage some, compared to other materials.

A marble shower floor can coordinate with other marble surfaces in the bathroom

Go for an all-marble shower for a unified and eye-catching look with a unique pattern

Wood floors

Because the bathroom and the shower in particular is such a humid environment, it can be quite tricky to introduce a wooden floor here. Nevertheless, it can be done and it looks extraordinary. Some types of wood and better than others.Teak wood, for instance, contains a resin that makes it naturally water-resistant. Still, you should make you have a proper draining system to avoid unnecessary damage.

If you choose wood for your shower floor, you could match it with the vanity for a nice balance

The way in which this wooden shower floor was combined with the sunken tub is very clever and practical

Only use wood for the shower floor section and a different material for the rest of the room’s floor

A wooden shower floor adds warmth to the space and creates a spa-like ambiance

Make sure the water doesn’t gather on the surface of the wood to maximize the floor’s durability

Wood is an excellent material for outdoor showers or for bathrooms with some sort of connection to the outdoors

The fact that the wooden shower floor doesn’t match anything else in the room allows it to make a statement

To better showcase your beautiful shower floor, opt for glass partitions and a walk-in design

Pebbles

Just like wood, pebbles are a great option if you want to create a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere and decor in your bathroom. They’re also ideal for outdoor showers and they present several other advantage, not necessarily related to their aesthetic appeal. For instance, pebbles are naturally slip-proof and they also feel very comfortable underfoot.

You can use pebbles on the floor of pretty much any type of shower. They’re so versatile they fit all styles

There are all sorts of interesting combinations of materials to try, one being stone/ pebbles and wood

Pebble floors are very comfortable and they provide great traction, this making them ideal for showers

If you really like the look of pebbles on your shower floor, you can also use them on the walls

Porcelain

The pros definitely outweigh the cons in the case of porcelain as a material for shower floors. First of all, porcelain tiles are durable and water-proof which is already enough to make them a great choice for bathrooms. In addition, they’re very versatile and they come in lots of different shapes, sizes, colors and styles. However, they can be pretty slippery if they don’t have a textured surface so you should definitely keep that in mind.

Stay away from glossy tiles and look for textured designs. Any imperfections are good in this case

There are tiles that mimic the look of wood, with texture, color and everything

Match the tiles on the floor with those on the walls for a unified and minimalist look

With so many different types of porcelain tiles to choose from, there’s always an option for every bathroom

Concrete

Concrete is one of the best materials when it comes to shower floors. It’s a porous material and this gives it a lot of traction. However, the same thing allows it to soak up a lot of water and to avoid that you need to make sure that a concrete shower floor is properly sealed. They being said, you can’t really go wrong with a sealed concrete floor. It’s simple, easy to clean and very versatile. Moreover, it introduces a lovely texture and color into the decor.