Palio By Karndean Flooring
Palio By Karndean Bathroom Flooring
We supply all Palio By Karndean bathroom flooring, a beautiful alternative to floor tiles. Transform your home with the easy-fit luxury vinyl flooring you can depend on. Palio Express by Karndean brings the perfect balance of quality, style and convenience with the design credentials and trusted reputation of the UK’s market leader in luxury vinyl flooring. As well as being quick and easy to install, our designs are waterproof, durable and simple to care for because your floors deserve to look amazing and last for years to come.
Stylish, Durable Palio by Karndean Bathroom Flooring
At Home Bathrooms proudly supplies the full Palio by Karndean bathroom flooring range—an outstanding alternative to traditional tiles. With its waterproof, durable, and easy-to-clean luxury vinyl construction, Palio Express by Karndean delivers all the aesthetic appeal of natural wood or stone, paired with practical, modern-day convenience.
Whether you’re renovating a bathroom, cloakroom, or en-suite, Palio offers stunning designs in easy-to-fit formats—including Korlok, Palio Rigid, and Palio LooseLay—backed with a 35-year residential guarantee, making it a smart, stylish, and longevity-focused choice.
The Palio Promise: Quality, Style & Convenience
Palio Express by Karndean is crafted to exceed expectations:
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Luxury Realism: Authentic wood and stone visuals—think Baltic Limed Oak plank or Coastal Fog stone tile—are reproduced in high-resolution for stunning realism.
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100% Waterproof Durability: Unlike laminate, Palio won't warp or delaminate in moisture-rich environments—ideal for bathrooms
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Low Maintenance Hygiene: Its protective wear layer resists dirt, bacteria, and allergens, enabling easy upkeep with mild cleaning products
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Sound Reduction: With integrated acoustic backing, Palio floors reduce noise by up to 21 dB—perfect for bathroom spaces above living areas
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Underfloor Heating Compatibility: Palio is tested to work with wet or dry heating systems up to 27 °C, ensuring cozy warmth underfoot
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Long-Term Assurance: A residential warranty of up to 35 years speaks to its reliability and enduring value
Format Options to Suit Every Bathroom
Palio flooring is available in three installation formats designed for different needs and skills:
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Korlok
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Ideal for: Uneven floors, old tiles, plasterboard, or direct installation over existing hard surfaces.
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Installation: Rigid-core click-lock system (5G “drop & lock”); no adhesive or underlay required.
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Benefits: Fast, secure fit with built-in acoustic backing that reduces noise to rooms below by 21 dB
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Palio Rigid
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Ideal for: Floorboards, uneven concrete, or existing vinyl surfaces.
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Installation: Click-lock rigid-core system (2G mechanism) with integrated acoustic underlay; no additional underlay or adhesive needed.
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Benefits: Reliable & stable installation; reduces impact noise by 19 dB, making it suitable for upstairs bathrooms
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Palio LooseLay
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Ideal for: Smooth, level subfloors like screed or concrete.
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Installation: Friction-grip backing (loose lay); planks are fitted tightly together, and can be easily lifted and replaced.
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Benefits: No glue necessary—quick to install and ideal for flexible, non-permanent installations. In rooms over 16 m², a tackifier may be used to enhance grip without permanent bonding
All our Karndean flooring formats use the same realistic visuals and protective layering, making it easy to match style across your home.
Simple DIY Installation & Care
DIY-friendly formats make Palio Express perfect for bathroom projects:
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Korlok and Palio Rigid: Click-lock installation—tools include spacers, utility knife, pull bar, and hammer. Padding isn’t needed thanks to acoustic backing
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LooseLay: Just place planks flush on the floor. For rooms over 16 m² or high traffic, tackifying adhesive can be used
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Tool Requirements: Pencil, straightedge, utility knife, tape measure, jigsaw for cutouts, and possibly a mallet—simple tools you likely already have
Care Instructions:
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Sweep/hoover weekly and mop with neutral cleaner (such as Karndean Clean).
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Once or twice a year, use the Karndean “remove and refresh” system to maintain a fresh satin sheen and protect wear layer
Health, Safety & Practical Benefits
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Water Resistance: Safe for showers, near baths, and laundry areas.
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Hygienic & Non-Porous: The K-Guard+ surface blocks bacteria and keeps cleansing efficient
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Acoustic Advantage: Ideal for upper-floor bathrooms, reducing disturbance to rooms below.
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Fire & Chemical Safety: Palio meets indoor air quality standards—including FloorScore and Indoor Air Comfort Gold
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Warmth Underfoot: Comfortable all year, especially when combined with underfloor heating.
Eco & Quality Credentials
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Palio Express reflects Karndean’s long-term commitment to sustainable flooring:
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Recycled Content: Up to 50% recycled backing material.
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ISO-Certified Production: Plants hold ISO 14001 (Environmental) and ISO 9001 (Quality) certifications
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Health-Focused Composition: Free from phthalates, heavy metals, BPA and formaldehyde.
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Industry-Leading Warranties: 35-year coverage for robust residential use
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Palio suitable for bathrooms?
A: Yes! Its waterproof layers, slip-resistant surface, and K-Guard+ protection make it perfect for moisture-prone areas.
Q: Which format do I need?
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Use Korlok or Palio Rigid on uneven or existing flooring.
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Choose LooseLay for smooth, level floors—ideal where quick and non-permanent installation is desired.
Q: Can I install it myself?
A: Absolutely. The click-fit and friction-fit formats make it a user-friendly home project. Our detailed guides support DIY fitting.
Q: How do I clean Palio flooring?
A: Regular sweeping and mopping with a neutral cleaner is enough. The Karndean Clean system refreshes the protective layer every 6–12 months.
Q: Can it be used with underfloor heating?
A: Yes! Palio supports wet or dry UFH systems up to 27 °C, perfect for year-round comfort.
Q: Is it eco-friendly?
A: Designed with up to 50% recycled content, non-toxic materials, and ISO-certified manufacturing, Palio is a responsible flooring choice.
Q: What about wear and sound?
A: Palio’s wear layer and rigid core resist scratches and footfall. Acoustic layers in Korlok and Rigid formats reduce impact noise by 19–21 dB.
Bring Design & Durability Together
Palio by Karndean allows homeowners to choose a bathroom floor that looks exquisite, performs excellently, and lasts decades. At Home Bathrooms enables easy ordering, expert guidance on format and installation, and fast delivery.
With Palio’s generous design palette, acoustic and thermal comfort, DIY possibilities, and long warranties, your bathroom renovation becomes an investment in comfort, style, and enduring value.
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Browse our Palio by Karndean flooring ranges now and order free samples to experience the look and feel of high-end vinyl flooring. With our support, quality materials, and stylish solutions, your bathroom (or any room) can be transformed with confidence and elegance.
