Floor Plan: The Best Flooring for Every Room
Happy 2025! Just a few weeks ago we were finalizing our gift lists and planning festivities, and here we are in a brand new year! The holiday season passes by like a whirlwind and frequently we need a breather when the dust settles. Welcome to January! Feel free to take a deep breath and let it out slowly.
As you set goals and intentions for the new year, perhaps you are considering an upgrade to your home. Flooring is a great place to start! Second to a new paint color, selecting new flooring is a project that can accommodate many budgets and give you a lot of bang for your buck. Nothing can change your space quite as fast as new floors.
Which should you choose? Whether you are looking at wood, vinyl, tile or carpet, there are many beautiful new flooring options that can suit your needs and style. We recommend examining which rooms in the home that you want to redesign for best results!
Hardwood Floors
To add genuine value to your home, hardwood flooring is certainly worth considering. Made of solid wood, hardwoods offer classic styling that few other floors can bring to your home. They can be used throughout living spaces including family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms, entrance ways, and hallways. The hardwood manufacturer’s warranty will allow you to assess whether a wood option is suitable for kitchens or bathrooms, but areas that will see considerable or prolonged wetness are not a good match. For your mudrooms, laundry rooms, and basements, there’a good chance that genuine wood will not be well-suited for these conditions. In addition to looking great, hardwood floors lend outstanding durability, suit many different decorating styles, and are able to be refinished if desired.
Another great option to consider is an engineered wood floor. These floors are made from a thin layer of hardwood glued to a core that is made from plywood. Engineered floors are durable and have the look and a similar feel to hardwood floors, with a more modest price tag. When trying to match an entire floor plan, engineered wood floors can be a better fit for rooms that experience occasional moisture.
Vinyl Floors
Vinyl flooring used to be available on rolls and was typically installed in kitchens and bathrooms. Today’s vinyl flooring options are numerous, and sure to fit any decor. Luxury vinyl flooring is available in plank, which resembles wood, and tile format. With its fantastic versatility and the fact that vinyl is made of synthetic materials, it is suitable in all areas of homes, including living spaces, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Dampness and humidity will not bother vinyl; it remains unaffected by moisture. You can easily use luxury vinyl to match an entire floor plan with the wood or stone look you love!
Tile Floors
It’s extremely common to see gorgeous tile throughout a living space. Obviously, tile is cool to walk on and easy to clean, making it popular in warm areas that could potentially see wet, sandy, or muddy feet. Tile is used most commonly in foyers or entryways, bathrooms, kitchens and utility areas. Since it is durable and available in a wide variety of patterns and materials, installing tile is a great way to upgrade your floors. This is especially true if you prefer to offset areas by installing something different rather than running the same flooring throughout your home.
You might choose a classy upscale tile to give the kitchen a chic vibe, or install a bold pattern in a smaller area, like a guest bathroom. You can find tile in porcelain and ceramic, which are man-made, and also natural materials such as different types of stones. There are nearly limitless options when it comes to tile so you will certainly find something that creates the vibe you aim to capture in your home.
Carpet
When it comes to cozy, inviting flooring upgrades, it’s hard to argue against the comfort of carpet. Many homeowners still install wall to wall carpet throughout their spaces, with the exception of kitchens and baths. Due to advances in stain resistant technology, carpet in high traffic areas isn’t a disaster waiting to happen or a headache to care for. With regular cleaning routines and attention to detail, wall to wall carpets can remain in good condition for many years. Carpets are available in a myriad of colors, fibers and piles, to help you unwind with a style that suits you and all your common spaces.
Now that you have a greater understanding of different flooring options, be sure to head to The Design House when you are ready to shop. We can review your style and budget, make recommendations, and set you up with a professional who will help get the job done right. You’ll have new floors in this new year and another reason to celebrate!
