Whether you are building a new home or remodeling an existing one, flooring is an integral consideration when it comes to interior design.
When you think about the space occupied by the floor in your home, you will understand how it has a great impact on the aesthetics of the house.
Choosing the best type of flooring for each area of your home is no easy feat, as there are a variety of flooring options on the market today.
Different types of floors
Hardwood floors
Wood floors like hardwood floors are very popular in almost all parts of the country because they are gorgeous and go with many different interior design schemes.
And with different grains, tones, and finishes, hardwood floors are available as polished farmhouse, contemporary, or rustic designs.
These floors are versatile, can complement any type of interior, are long lasting and can withstand up to 5 coats to remove surface scratches.
In fact, hardwood is durable and resilient when properly treated and cared for, but the cost and maintenance that comes with hardwood floors are the main drawbacks of this type of flooring.
Engineered wood floors
Engineered wood floors come with a real wood veneer over a heat-formed wood core.
It also features an underlayment to prevent shrinkage over time, the stability of engineered wood makes it a popular choice for many homeowners, and it’s easier to install than solid wood floors.
Engineered wood panels are less likely to shrink or expand with temperature changes or humidity fluctuations.
Hence, it is more stable compared to most other types of flooring out there, and treating your engineered wood flooring with a high-quality coating will improve its durability and enhance its aesthetics.
Laminate floors
Laminate floors are made of layers of high density fiberboard.
In fact, the photo-image of the tiles or wood is laminated to the surface of the floors under a hard wear-resistant layer.
The advantages of laminate flooring are its ease of installation, anti-scratch properties and low price.
In fact, laminate flooring is ideal for any area of your home that is not exposed to moisture, hence, you should avoid using laminate flooring in your bathroom.
Real stone floors
Real stone floors are practical and elegant,
as they are perfect for the kitchen and bathroom areas of your home.
There are different types of stone floors including slate, travertine, marble and terracotta tiles.
Each of these floors has a different character and warmth to make your home look elegant and modern.
Stone floors should last forever when laid correctly.
However, it must be installed on a solid and intact subfloor to prevent movement and cracking over time.
Also, natural stone is porous and must be sealed.
In fact, you need to re-seal the floor every six months to keep it looking durable and beautiful.
Tiled floors
Tile floors are popular with homeowners across the country.
It is one of the most durable, contemporary and elegant flooring types for hallways,
kitchens and bathrooms.
And tile floors come in different styles, finishes, and styles to suit your needs and budget.
Scratch, moisture and scratch resistant, tile is a maintenance-free flooring option that is easy to clean.
Vinyl flooring
Vinyl floors are made from a mixture of PVC and plasticizers,
and there are color pigments added to enhance the aesthetics of the floor.
Also, the vinyl is non-porous and ideal for kitchen and bathroom areas,
It is a versatile material that can be used to replicate tiles, stone, wood and glass.
Vinyl is also comfortable to walk on and warmer on bare feet than tile floors.
And high-quality vinyl floors can easily last more than 20 years.
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