What is the best flooring for a sunroom with a spa? I need flooring that can handle water but look great.?

Question

It will be more like a room addition than an enclosed patio. There will be no door separating the sunroom from the rest of the house so I need a floor that looks like something you would have in a house but is strong enough for heavy traffic and water. Would a thick tile be better than a decorative paving stone for an interior room? Is there another option besides tile and stone?

The room will be about 220sq ft and joins the house at the dining/kitchen area which has laminate light wood flooring.

Answer 1

I wouldn't put in any tile that requires grout unless you are fond of cleaning mildew off grout.....if it will be exposed to lots of water and humidity and lots of traffic,any sealer on the grout could get damaged and make on opening for mildew to grow. In Florida homes, terrazzo flooring is used extensively because it is impervious to mold and mildew and water damage and is practically indestructible. A professional installation would be needed but once it is in, maintenance is minimal.

Answer 2

I would use thin brick pavers. We have a greenhouse attached to our house. When budget allows, that's what I hope to use on top of the concrete. Ceramic tile or smooth concrete can be VERY slick and dangerous when it's wet. Brick obviously has the needed texture.

Great project, I'd love to see it!

Answer 3

I wouldn't put pave stone, maybe ceramic tile. Or if it on a slab, look into staining the concrete, that look is nicer than you might think. No wood, no carpet.

Answer 4

I think you need to use porcelain tiles as they tolerate temperature changes better than other tiles. I would consider non skid runners so you don't slip and fall on the hard tiles!

Answer 5

I would definitely recommend ceramic tile. It can handle getting wet.

Answer 6

What about stained concrete? Take a look at these photos....I think it looks beautiful!

Answer 7

I would use a ceramic tile...