Innovative Flooring Options for Modern Homes

Hardwoods are once again in the spotlight for their simple elegance

Modern housing design is all about simplicity. Subtle colors, simple geometry, and minimalism are all hallmarks of current homes. This sensibility also extends to flooring. While they may appear simple, they are innovative in form and function.

Here are some popular floors in housing design today:

Vinyl

Vinyl has been around for many years but has recently grown in popularity. What sets it apart is its design flexibility and durability. It comprises four layers of various materials, usually PVC, plastic, or fiberglass. The image layer allows vinyl flooring to imitate different materials, from wood to stone. Its synthetic composition improves its durability and water resistance, even staining.

Vinyl flooring comes in various forms. Currently, luxury vinyl planks (LVP) and luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) are the most popular types of flooring. With all this flexibility and toughness, vinyl has a higher price tag than other flooring types.

Laminate

Laminate flooring offers many of the benefits of vinyl for a lot less. The laminate is a protective plastic layer covering an image layer that can imitate any surface. The layer offers both UV and regular protection against scratches and scoring. It’s also less expensive than vinyl and wood and can be easily installed. That said, laminate flooring is prone to scoring and can get damaged from excessive water exposure.

Tiles

Tiles are a reliable form of flooring, easy to clean, and water- and stain-resistant. Particularly popular are broad tiles. Bigger square footage means fewer grout lines and a more seamless feel to the flooring. They can easily make a room appear larger. However, these tiles must be cut to size and carefully installed, so use a professional contractor for the best results.

Hardwood

It isn’t all synthetics. Hardwoods are once again in the spotlight for their simple elegance. Modern hardwood floors originate from robust wood sources like oak, walnut, and cherry. However, one must maintain the glossy appeal, adding a fresh finish every three to five years.

Stone flooring

Stone floors are particularly popular in bathrooms and exterior spaces. They provide excellent grip, add a rustic feel to a room, are durable, and will last a long time. Stone floors need to be polished occasionally to keep their appeal.

Stained concrete

Concrete is a durable, water-resistant material that requires little to no maintenance. Unfortunately, it’s not aesthetically pleasing. That’s where staining comes in. Such concrete can achieve beautiful patterns through careful staining either by acid or water-based acrylic. This process involves harmful chemicals and gases, so a professional contractor is essential. Once completed, the plain concrete transforms into a work of art.

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