The floors inside your house are the most vital part of your interior. It also enhances the aesthetics and ambiance in the home. There are numerous flooring options available in the home. For each interior style, there are specific types of flooring that deck up pretty well.

Today, in this blog we are going to share with you a detailed flooring guide for your home. Alongside, we have mentioned down the common things you must keep in mind before selecting, different types of flooring, and lastly, our top choice of floor you must opt.

Excited to find out? Let’s check out the blog!

Things You Need To Keep in Mind Before Selecting Any Flooring

1. Maintenance

Let’s admit nobody enjoys wiping the floor all day. In fact, when you consistently keep wiping, especially the wood floorboards, then it tends to lose the shine. Therefore, always go for the flooring that requires minimum hassle and keeps the elegant look at its best along with the wall art in your home.

2. Weather Condition

One thing that often people overlook or forget is considering the weather condition. It is the most vital point to think over. We live in a world where the temperature goes too down or too high and then there is rain.

Therefore, always choose the flooring that has brilliant insulating properties. If the area or country you live in has a significant amount of rain, then go for the water-resistant type of flooring.

3. Lighting

We know that lighting is everything, from livingroom lamps, modern lamps to a rustic table lamp or rustic floor lamps, the coices and styles are endless. Having a sufficient amount of lighting in the home is essential. So, how does it affect flooring?

Well, the brightness in the rooms differs throughout the day. Hence, the floors will look different in the morning, afternoon, evening, and in the artificial lights as well. So, select the type of flooring that goes well with the natural lighting and views.

4. Lifestyle

Everyone has their own standard of lifestyle that they live. Hence considering your lifestyle plays an important role. For instance, if your home is the busy area with kids and pets running over, then we highly recommend you to opt for the wooden flooring, as it is durable. Apart from that, there are plenty of options to select.

5. Budget

Another point to consider is the budget. Since there are abundant options, select the one you feel is the best. Remember, one thing that if you are planning to sell your home in the future, then it’s best to invest a little more and get the best flooring for your home. If not, then do get durable flooring.

6. Installation

Last but not least, the installation process. You certainly do not want the flooring process to extend for what like six months. It’s way too longgg!

Instead go for the flooring that offers you hassle-free installation, not too complex, and of course, secure fixing.

Different Types of Flooring

Now that we have discussed the various points to consider, let us know about the different types of flooring that exist.

1. Tile Flooring

The first type of flooring we’ll be discussing is the tile flooring. It is the most preferable type of flooring. Though, the cost of tiles varies from one to the other. One can use the tiles for the floors, countertops, indoor, outdoors, and more.

There is a range of textures, colors, sizes, and materials. Within tile flooring, there is marble, porcelain, granite, travertine, and of course, slate.

Pros:

• Affordable
• Easy installation
• Water resistant

Cons:

• Tiles are cold
• Tricky to repair
• Little loud

2. Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is the type of flooring, which almost all the homebuyers are purchasing as it is affordable. Since a couple of years, laminate flooring has become a favorite option among many people.

Pros:

• Resistant proof
• Simple to clean

Cons:

• Standing water damages the floor
• Cannot be refurbished

3. Hardwood Flooring

One of our favorite choices is hardwood flooring. Since decades, it has been the most elegant option and makes your home look beautiful. It goes well with all types of wall décor and interior style. Because of its effortless beauty and durability, it has been used for ages.

Pros:

• Durable
• Easy to clean
• Plethora of options
• Increase the resale value of the home

Cons:

• Needs furnishing if the area is damaged
• Little loud to walk in

4. Carpet Flooring

Another type is the carpet flooring. It is very costly but offers you a wide range of options. From texture, loop, pattern, twist, to many more types of carpet flooring.  It is great for areas where there is high traffic. For instance, the living room and gyms as it is strong.

Pros:

• Aesthetic look
• Feels soft to walk
• Does not echo

Cons:

• Dirt gets trapped easily
• Difficult to clean
• Gets stained easily

5. Marble Flooring

For someone who wishes to have a clean and aristocratic kind of look shall opt for the marble flooring. It gives you rich look with varied patterns and also different sizes.

Within the marble flooring, the common type is the white color that gives you a sheer elegant look.

Pros:

• Royal look
• Quick installation
• Low maintenance
• Perfect for all the rooms

Cons:

• Expensive
• Slippery especially for children and elderly people

6. Linoleum Flooring

Last but not least comes the linoleum flooring which is a mixture of linseed oil, gums, resins, pigments, wood flour and more. It is also considered as an environment-friendly option just like wood flooring. Linoleum flooring comes in the form of rolls, hence it takes less time during installation.

Pros:

• Affordable
• Easy to clean and maintain

Cons:

• Always use in the damp proof areas else it results in damage

So, that was all about the various types of flooring along with its pros and cons. Now here comes our preferable option. We would highly recommend you for tile flooring or wooden flooring since they provide you multiple benefits at an affordable budget.

Remember, you are investing your hard-earned money in the flooring hence, always ask the experts before taking any decision. If you like the blog, then share, and drop your suggestions in the comment section below!

 

Author Bio:

Tom Collins is an interior designer with years of experience. He is a certified wooden flooring specialist and part-time writer. In his free time, you shall often find him doing gardening and writing new articles, tips, and recommendations related to the wooden flooring. According to Tom, The New & Reclaimed Flooring Company offers the best wooden services for the customers.