Despite falling out of fashion decades ago, one in eight Britons still consider bathroom carpet acceptable, according to a new survey by YouGov.
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The poll of over 2,000 UK adults revealed that 13% of respondents think it is "acceptable" to have carpet in a bathroom. The findings show a generational divide, with only 8% of 18-24 year-olds in favour, compared to 19% of over-50s who saw no issue with it.
Carpeted bathrooms, once a common feature in British homes, especially in the 1980s, are now largely regarded as outdated. However, when compared with kitchens, bathrooms fared slightly better. Only 10% of respondents felt kitchen carpet was acceptable, with similar levels of rejection across all age groups. Curiously, the same proportion of people who support kitchen carpet believe it is "unacceptable" for a hallway to be carpeted.
There were also mixed views on other living areas. Around 15% of those surveyed said they believed carpets were inappropriate in dining rooms.
When asked about their actual home furnishings, 94% of respondents confirmed they do not have carpet in their bathroom, and just 4% admitted to currently having one. A small group,1%, were unsure whether their bathroom was carpeted.
In kitchens, 97% reported having no carpet, while 82% said their bedroom was carpeted.
The results highlight how strong opinions around hygiene and practicality continue to influence flooring choices in the UK, even as a minority remain loyal to what many now view as a relic of the past.
Source: www.kbbreview.com
