Today – Choosing Flooring
Selecting the right flooring to go in your room is much more challenging than simply picking the one that you think looks best in the showroom. You also have to think about how it is going to fit in with the style of your house, furniture etc. Moisture, durability and cost are just three of the main factors that should play a part in influencing your decision. If you find yourself struggling, here is a five-step plan to put you on surer ground.
Choosing Flooring – what to consider
Is Your Floor in a High-Moisture Area?
If you are installing a floor in a place where moisture levels are high, you need to choose flooring which is suited and able to handle the environment such as concrete, ceramics, porcelain or vinyl. However, if moisture is not a factor, all types of flooring are still in play so skip to the next step.
Does the Floor Need to Be Durable?
There are a number of reasons why your floor may need an extra level of durability such as if you have children or pets. In this case, you will need a floor that offers superior wear resistance. Solid hardwood can end up getting scratched easily, but ceramic tiles, laminate flooring and carpeting are more durable. However, if durability is unimportant, the next step beckons…
What Budget Are You Working With?
At the lower end of the scale, ceramic and porcelain tiles are good possible options, but they do take more effort to properly install. In the mid-range, solid domestic hardwood and engineered wood flooring are both available. And at the upper end, the flooring world is your oyster – check out Junckers wooden flooring for one possible option. Premium laminate and luxury vinyl flooring are also worth looking into.
Do You Plan to Install the Flooring Yourself?
If you are intending to install the flooring yourself, it is more than possible that you will halve your budget. Amongst the easiest types of DIY flooring are laminate flooring and plank vinyl flooring. Everything depends on how skilled you are and what you have set aside for the job. Before you settle on the type of flooring that is right for you, make sure that you don’t forget about the installation costs.
Choosing flooring? Are You Looking for a Low-Maintenance Option?
If you are looking for a floor which you don’t need to do much with to keep it looking at its best, vinyl options are best while laminate remains a close second. Solid hardwood requires more upkeep, but many people think it is worth it for the appearance. You can always keep it better protected with some throw rugs and runners.
Hopefully, now that you have taken in all of this information, the task of choosing flooring for your room feels a little less daunting and a little more manageable. Everything depends on what room of the house it will be going in, how much wear and tear it will be exposed to, your budget, and, of course, the look.
Choosing Flooring is feature post – you might also like my post on using cheap flooring