a new floor can change the entire look ofa room, and finding that perfect style of flooring for each room in your house is key.but your new floor must be more than just stylish – it is important to consider theneeds of your home to ensure that your flooring is the best match for your room and budget.the kitchen is one of the main gathering areas in any home. in here, moisture protectionand durability are the big considerations. tile is waterproof and very durable, witha lot of design options available. but it can be unforgiving to dropped dishes!for a good, budget friendly alternative to tile, vinyl is easier to install and looksand feels like real tile. hardwood is an increasingly popular kitchenchoice, and while it isn't as durable or waterproof
as tile, it looks great and can add valueto your home. an alternative to hardwood is laminate flooring.laminate is manufactured to look like real wood but is more resistant to scratches anddents. another busy room is the living room. themain concern here isn't moisture, but rather durability and comfort.for that reason, carpet is a popular choice. it's soft, warm, and inviting. it is easyto install over all subfloor types, but it does not resist all stains and may need tobe periodically steam cleaned. hardwood is more durable to traffic, and spillswipe up easily. it also comes in a range of prices and styles, and while scratches anddents are a concern, hardwood adds value and
warmth to the room.there are also hardwood alternatives, such as engineered wood or laminate floors. engineeredwood is made of a fiberboard core with a hardwood veneer face. it retains the natural wood lookbut is more durable than hardwood. the bathroom won’t see as much traffic asthe kitchen or living room, but it still needs to strike a balance between utility and beauty.controlling moisture is a major concern in bathrooms.vinyl flooring is waterproof, stain proof, and is budget friendly. it's easy to installand easy to clean, and has come a long way in texture and design to look more like realtile. ceramic tile floor is also waterproof, andhas a great classic look. tile can be more
durable than vinyl, but it is more time-consumingto install and can be cold on your bare feet unless you have a heated floor underneath.there is even tile that looks like hardwood. this flooring combines the beauty of hardwoodwith the durability and moisture protection of tile.by taking the time to consider how your room will be used, the budget and installationtime you have available, you can choose the perfect flooring style for every room in yourhouse. for more inspirational ideas and easy how-tos,click “subscribeâ€! are you ready to start installing that beautiful new floor? thenwatch ‘how to prep your plywood subfloor.’