Few things have as big an impact on your home as the flooring, setting the tone for the look and feel of every room. Choosing the right flooring can be a difficult task, as floors are a major investment, but when you get it right, the effects are beautiful and will last for many years to come.
Here we take a look at all the main types of flooring to help you make an informed decision.
1. Hardwood
Hardwood floors are renowned for their beauty, being warm, welcoming and effortlessly stylish. Hardwood is a versatile option – there are so many different wood colours to choose from.
There are two different types of hardwood flooring: solid and engineered. Solid hardwood boards are made from a single piece of wood, while engineered hardwood floors have a plywood centre to make them stronger and more durable. This makes engineered hardwood flooring a good choice for high-moisture areas like kitchens and bathrooms, while solid hardwood is ideal for living spaces.
2. Laminate
If you adore the look of hardwood floors but your renovation budget won’t stretch to the real thing, laminate flooring is a good choice. Completely manmade from synthetic substances, laminate flooring has a top layer that mimics the appearance of real wood almost perfectly. Laminate floors are designed to be hardwearing and durable, making them ideal for families who don’t want to risk natural floors getting scratched or damaged.
3. Stone and Ceramic Tile
Natural stone flooring is an extremely popular choice for Vancouver homeowners. As no two stone tiles are the same, it gives your home a completely unique appearance. Associated with luxury, stone floors come in a wide variety of colours and textures, from matte to highly polished, giving you the opportunity to personalize your home.
Ceramic tiles enable you to achieve the natural stone look on a budget. Made from clay, they can be glazed in a vast array of finishes to suit your preferences.
4. Vinyl
Vinyl flooring is probably the most versatile option of all. Vinyl floors these days can convincingly reproduce the appearance of any other type of flooring, from hardwood to concrete, marble and more. Whatever your tastes, you will find a vinyl option to suit your style.
Vinyl is a great choice for those with children or pets. It is extremely hardwearing and easy to keep clean, while still being soft and warm underfoot. It also enables you to achieve a high-end appearance on a budget.
5. Carpet
Carpet is seeing a major resurgence. As people are spending more time in their homes, they want them to feel cozy and welcoming, and carpet is a great way to achieve this feeling. With so many colours and textures available, it is extremely easy to find a carpet that meets all your needs and coordinates well with your interior décor.
If wall-to-wall carpet isn’t your thing, you could also consider a large rug, which brings a welcome touch of warmth to a wooden or tiled floor.
Find out more about the different types of flooring
If you’re based in Vancouver and you’re considering new flooring for your home, please contact us. Our expert team will be happy to help.
