Bathroom laminate flooring

sazziecee

How do these superior vinyls (e.g £20 per metre) stand up to things like stiletto heels? I have had cheaper vinyl (£100 for whole room stuff)before in my kitchen and ended up putting loads of stiletto shaped dents in it.

I have laminate in my bathroom at the moment, it wasn't specific bathroom flooring but it was glued and has lasted me 7 years before starting to lift near the sink and toilet ( had 5 year guarantee) so I can't really complain. But reading this thread has made me have a rethink and consider vinyl but only if it really is quite hardwearing?


I know I could just take my shoes off, but I probably will do it for a few weeks then end up forgetting again so I would rather just get something that is resistant

Charlottesdaddy

Hi there,
In general, stiletto heels and floors don't get on well together, the pounds per square inch pressure that is exerted on the tiny area of floor is massive.
A damaged stiletto heel will cause even more problems.
It's a trade off, if you want stiletto heel proof flooring, try ceramics . . . if you want the comfort of vinyl, take 'em off or walk on your toes!
In general, if you go for a more solid (rather than cushioned) product, you should get better results.
Hope this helps.
If you live anywhere near Chester I can show you the type of material that I stock which would probably do the trick.
Good luck
Charlottesdaddy

ActionCat

Most flooring stores (certainly independant ones) will let you take a sample vinyl tile home with you so you could see what it's like to tread on in various heels You can also order sample tiles direct from Amtico's website.

In my last flat, we had Amtico in the kitchen, bathroom and hallway and it was fantastic. I would definitely recommend it.

ajtrader100

Charlottesdaddy wrote: »

I must bow to your superior knowledge . . . . . and dump the 2,000 sq mtrs of vinyl planks currently in my warehouse, all of which has a 1.00mm wear layer.

:T

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ajtrader100

Charlottesdaddy wrote: »

I must bow to your superior knowledge . . . . . and dump the 2,000 sq mtrs of vinyl planks currently in my warehouse, all of which has a 1.00mm wear layer.

:T

What guarantee (or should I say warantee??) does this 1mm thick wear layered plastic come with?