Summer House Flooring Ideas
Why not finish your outdoor retreat with these summer house flooring ideas — from quick ways to update existing floors to low-maintenance options for new and stylish garden rooms?
Finishing an outdoor retreat with summer house flooring ideas can transform even the smallest space into a stylish shelter for all that the British weather has to offer.
Summer House Flooring Ideas: What to Consider First
It is important to think about how you will use the building — is it for outdoor dining or working for example as this will help influence your choices.
A home office might need a functional approach, with some adaptability for moving furniture or holding a Teams meeting, whereas a dining space might also work well as occasional extra accommodation or for a one-off party, so could take a more distinct look to fit in with the overall.
Choose Hardwearing Flooring for a Summer House
Summer house interior ideas may seem simple to achieve, due to their small space and limited function but thanks to their outdoor nature they need to be robust to temperature fluctuations and easy to clean from dirty footprints.
A hardwearing floor is often best as the building might be exposed to the elements in part — so a tile or even a polished concrete finish would be practical and last a long time too.
Natural textures and materials such as quarry tiles, reclaimed bricks and slate floors would also work well and could bridge a gap between inside and out. Wooden floors are attractive and easy to lay but can get marked or react to changes in ambient moisture levels."
Opt for a Rug for Warmth and Texture
Aim for a bespoke finish when creating a garden room or outbuilding — one which is specific to the function it will fulfil.
For a hobby room, such as this, a natural weave rug is ideal — it's both durable and warm underfoot when the temperature drops.
When considering garden office ideas, a smoother surface works best for rolling chairs and stable work surfaces.
Opt for Low-Maintenance Summer House Flooring
More modern styles of summer houses often come with water-resistant and/or low-maintenance flooring, such as vinyl or laminate.
Laminate is very hard-wearing, easy to keep clean and cost-effective in comparison to other options.
Garden rooms and studios have made a huge leap forward over the last decade and customers expect to be able to choose from the same interior finishing options as they do for their homes.
There’s an array of options to choose from. All of our laminates are selected based on how they have been engineered, the quality of the overall finish and the lifespan. They are incredibly realistic, the parquet option looks just like parquet and the oak timber option looks just like oak timber.
Give an Existing Summer House Floor an Update
If you have a summer house that needs an update, the flooring and interiors are great places to start. Choose the best exterior wood paint for the job and get to work.
Painting floorboards is a simple DIY task but be sure to prepare the surface before getting out the paintbrush for a decent finish.
Here, the small, serene summer house has been painted all white for a coastal vibe in the garden.
For all your flooring requirements, why not speak to our team on 01858 288 031 or email us today gareth@blackberryhill.co.uk.