Best Bedroom Flooring Options

Your bedroom is a haven of peace and tranquillity – or at least it should be! Creating the perfect atmosphere in your bedroom involves different elements. The right paint colour, the comfiest bed, and the right flooring. We wanted to make finding the best bedroom flooring easy, so we’ve gathered some of our favourite bedroom flooring ideas to help you decide.

We’ll take a look at the different types of bedroom flooring you could opt for based on what type of flooring suits your decor. We’ll also consider potential pros and cons and explore different priorities which could influence your decision for the best bedroom flooring for your space.

So, read on as we dive into a range of different flooring and carpet ideas for bedrooms and discuss how you can put them into practice in your home.

In this guide:

• Types of bedroom flooring
• Bedroom carpet
• Bedroom laminate flooring
• Bedroom wooden & engineered wood flooring
• Bedroom vinyl flooring
• Bedroom LVT flooring
• Considering the best flooring for bedrooms
• Bedroom flooring comparison
• Discover more bedroom flooring ideas

Types of bedroom flooring

Choosing the right bedroom flooring can make or break your room. Nailing that perfect mix of style and comfort can turn your bedroom into the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day... just don’t blame us if you struggle to get up in the mornings!

There are lots of different types of flooring you could opt for in your bedroom:

• Carpet
• Laminate
• Engineered wood
• Vinyl
• Luxury vinyl tiles (LVT)

Each of these flooring types could be perfect in your bedroom, but we know that every home is unique, and we all have different styles and preferences! Whether you’re looking for a thick, luxurious carpet to sink your toes into on a cold winter’s morning, or you’d prefer the sleek style and modern feel of laminate or engineered wood flooring, you can find the best flooring for bedrooms at Tapi.

Let’s explore the main pros and cons of each option to give you a better idea of the best flooring for bedrooms in the UK. Smooth flooring or cosy carpet? See what might suit your space best below.

Bedroom carpet

Carpet is one of the best flooring options for bedrooms for good reason. It helps to keep heat in, is comfortable underfoot, and has a lot of different style options, from plain carpet to tartan carpet. There are also a lot of different piles to choose from. Enjoy the lush feeling of sinking into a thick saxony carpet, or perhaps you prefer the rustic look of a traditional loop pile carpet?

Carpet is a popular choice for bedrooms because it has a high tog rating, meaning it does a great job of holding in heat. This is essential during those chilly winter nights – and feels warm under your feet on cold mornings too! Carpet is also often favoured for areas of the home that see less foot traffic, as it can wear quicker than hard flooring options like laminate and vinyl.

Your carpet could last as long as fifteen years if you take care of it properly. Find out more about how to clean and maintain carpets in our handy carpet care guide. 

What should I consider with carpet?

Carpet is a great choice, but for some, it may have a few drawbacks. Carpet is, of course, harder to clean and is susceptible to stains and smells, although this is less likely to be a problem in a bedroom as it would be in a living room or dining room.

Carpet also doesn’t work well with moisture, so if you’ve got an ensuite, it may be worth choosing something that can cope with dampness better. You’ll also need to check that your choice of carpet and underlay is compatible with underfloor heating, should you have it.

Finally, you’ll also have to consider that carpet must be professionally installed. Like wood flooring, changing your carpet can be a sizeable investment in your home.

Bedroom laminate flooring

Laminate flooring is a cost-effective alternative to genuine wooden flooring that delivers the same timeless effect and exceptional quality. Laminate is popular for homes with children and pets thanks to its durability and its water-resistant top layer. Available in a range of stains, colours, and wood styles, you can even opt for herringbone or chevron patterns if you’d like to make a statement in your bedroom.

Laminate doesn’t have the same tog rating as carpet, however, it’s highly compatible with underfloor heating, so you can still have those warm floors and toasty toes. Its durable and scratch resistant topcoat is perfect for homes with pets. Some styles of laminate are also water resistant so you could use those in your bedroom and continue the flooring into the en-suite.

You can also experiment with different looks using laminate. For instance, you can choose an aged or vintage finish where you want the look of older flooring without the added cost and upkeep. Find out more about the pros and cons of laminate in our dedicated laminate guide.  

What should I consider with bedroom laminate flooring?

Laminate flooring is a fantastic choice if you want the appearance of real or engineered wood without breaking the bank. It’s softer, quieter, easy to maintain, and still looks great. If your DIY skills are solid, it’s often easy to install yourself. Finally, if you want to change your style in the future, it’s much easier to remove compared to real wooden floors or carpets.

Bedroom wooden & engineered wood flooring

Wooden flooring in your bedroom is a fantastic choice for almost all styles of decor. From modern and minimalist, to rustic and traditional, and everything in between, it’s a great long-term investment that combines both style and substance. The alternative to hardwood flooring is engineered wood flooring. Engineered wood is also incredibly long-lasting and durable, but modern construction methods make it easier to install and it can come in a wide range of finishes.

What should I consider with wooden bedroom flooring?

Real wooden flooring is a significant investment that should last for decades or more if cared for correctly. What’s more, it can be sanded and refinished many times, extending its lifespan further and offering an element of flexibility. With its extra strong core and multiple supporting layers, engineered wood flooring can last even longer.

There’s no way to sugar coat it - wooden flooring in your bedroom is harder, colder, and less comfortable than carpet, laminate, or vinyl flooring. Adding a soft rug or runner can offer some extra style, warmth, and comfort in your bedroom space, which might give you the best of both worlds.

Bedroom vinyl flooring

Another option for your bedroom flooring is vinyl. Like laminate, vinyl flooring is available in a huge range of wood, tile or stone-effect finishes, with realistic textures, but without the added cost.

Because the finish is printed onto the vinyl, which is then sealed, it’s a great choice if you want to continue your flooring from your en-suite to your bedroom, as it’s almost completely waterproof. Vinyl flooring also feels soft and warm underfoot, giving you that cosy feeling.

What should I consider with bedroom vinyl?

Vinyl flooring can be more of an unusual choice for bedrooms. Its water-resistant layers and slight sponginess underfoot mean that it’s more commonly found in kitchens and bathrooms.

Vinyl flooring is supplied on a roll, meaning a single piece will be measured and cut to fit your bedroom perfectly. This can make vinyl harder to install on your own, so we’d recommend getting it installed by professional flooring fitters.

However, vinyl and luxury vinyl tiles are great options if you want to replicate the look of wooden flooring or tile throughout different spaces. This makes it a popular option for studio apartments, or bedrooms that link to other rooms without doors in between.

Bedroom LVT flooring

Luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) is another option to enhance the look of your bedroom flooring. Ideal for seamless transitions between spaces, LVT is great alternative to laminate, vinyl and engineered wood.

Many people associate vinyl flooring with kitchens, bathrooms, or utility rooms, but luxury vinyl is so well made and comes in such a broad range of finishes that many of our customers use it to create unique and homely spaces in their bedrooms. In fact, if you want a hard-wearing, affordable, yet fantastic-looking floor in your bedroom, luxury vinyl is hard to beat.

Like laminate and vinyl, LVT imitates the appearance of real wooden flooring, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. If you’re keen to learn more about the benefits and differences, explore our laminate vs vinyl guide for more insights.

What should I consider with bedroom LVT?

Luxury vinyl is a great choice if you have underfloor heating, and want stylish yet long-lasting flooring in your bedroom. It’s also ideal if you’re keen to introduce unusual designs, such as geometric, mosaic, Victorian tiles, Moroccan tiles, stripes and more. The only limit is your imagination!

Luxury vinyl tile can offer extra warmth underfoot compared to laminate and engineered wood, while still delivering the added texture, grain and sophistication of other wood-effect flooring options. It’s also the perfect choice for multifunctional rooms, such as a downstairs office that can turn into a spare bedroom.  

However, flooring can be more prone to damage in rooms where you often keep heavy furniture, such as beds and chests of drawers. We recommend complementing your bedroom LVT flooring with a central rug beneath the bed, soft furnishings and furniture pads to help prevent scratches.

Considering the best flooring for bedrooms

Thinking about giving your bedroom a makeover? Make sure you’ve explored every avenue to find the best bedroom flooring for your space by considering the following:

• Comfort & Warmth. There’s no doubt about it, carpet is the softest and most comfortable bedroom flooring, but that’s not all...
• Style. This is a personal preference of course, but carpets, LVT, laminate and wooden floors all bring a very different look to a room.
• Cost. The difference in price between different bedroom flooring options can be sizable. At the top end, you have real wood flooring and thick, luxury carpets. At the more affordable end, you can still find excellent vinyl, carpet and laminate options that look great and won’t break the bank.
• Durability & longevity. It’s also worth bearing in mind how long you would like your flooring to last, as some flooring may need to be replaced more frequently if you use it in a busy bedroom. For this reason, laminate and LVT might be best, as they’re both durable and long-lasting even in busy parts of your home.
• Sound. Carpet is excellent for soundproofing, and with the correct underlay, laminate and vinyl can be too. Meanwhile, engineered wood and real wood tend to be noisier.
• Underfloor heating. Due to their thickness, carpets may not work with underfloor heating.
• Quality. The quality of your flooring may be another factor guiding your decision. If so, you can rest assured that Tapi’s carpets, laminate and vinyl are all top quality and come with guarantees to give you peace of mind.

We can also arrange fitting with professional fitters who will make sure that your bedroom flooring is fitted to perfection, so you won’t have to worry about a thing – from delivery to the final step of the process.

Bedroom flooring comparison

Still unsure which flooring is best for your bedroom? Check out all or flooring below. Of course, if you still can’t decide, don’t hesitate to contact us online or visit us in store!

Discover more bedroom flooring ideas

Still trying to wrap your head around all the different types of flooring and what bedroom flooring would look best in your home? Check out our lookbooks for different colour scheme ideas to help nail down the colours that you love.

Get excited about transforming your space with our inspirational guides, offering insights on styling carpet for the bedroom, ideas for introducing Art Deco interior design tips, and more. You can also use our PictureIT tool to see exactly how different flooring options will look in your space.

And if you’re ready to buy that bedroom flooring that you love, come down to your local Tapi store and speak to one of our friendly floorologists today, or book a free home visit and we’ll come to you.