{"id":9467,"date":"2022-01-10T09:09:26","date_gmt":"2022-01-10T14:09:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/?p=9467"},"modified":"2022-01-10T09:09:51","modified_gmt":"2022-01-10T14:09:51","slug":"how-to-choose-the-best-flooring-material-for-your-space","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-best-flooring-material-for-your-space\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Best Flooring Material for Your Space"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Did you know, according to the 2020 US Census Bureau, it takes about 7 to 8 months to build a home<\/a>. Built-in to that process is the time it takes to lay the different floors you choose for your house. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flooring can make a statement or it can be a neutral touch in your home. Each room may call for a different type of flooring. Plus, materials and cost vary wildly and choices seem almost endless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, how do you decide the best flooring material for your home? Whether you are building a new home from the ground up or simply remodeling a room, this guide to different flooring options can help. Keep reading to learn what the best flooring material will be for your next project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Hardwood Flooring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most classic flooring material may be the hardwood floor. Hardwood floors can boost the resale value of your home and add a warm richness to any room.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although wood is a renewable resource, not all companies harvest wood in a sustainable way. Additionally, they can warp with prolonged exposure to moisture. If you treat your wood floor well and refinish it every 10 years, you can expect a long life span from your flooring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laminate Flooring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the most versatile options in terms of appears is laminate flooring. The top layer of laminate is a photograph beneath a clear plastic coating. This means it can look like stone, wood, tile, or basically any other material. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When shopping for laminate floors<\/a>, keep an open mind to a unique color or pattern. Because laminate is so versatile, this is your chance to give your room a highly customized look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tile Flooring <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ceramic tile comes in four major types:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  • Terracotta<\/li>
  • Quarry tile<\/li>
  • Porcelain<\/li>
  • Glazed ceramic<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Tile is a great option as it requires very little flooring repair, it’s easy to clean, and resistant to moisture. Its water resistance makes it a great choice for bathrooms, kitchens, mudrooms, and laundry rooms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Vinyl Flooring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Vinyl flooring has come a long way since its surge of popularity in the 1950s. Vinyl comes in sheets, plants, and tiles. If you are looking for flooring replacement but don’t want to hire a flooring company, vinyl tiles and planks are among the easiest kinds of floors to install yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    While vinyl is more durable than it used to be, it can be prone to scratching. Keep felt bumpers fresh on the feet of chairs or stools to avoid scratches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Carpet Flooring <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Carpet, a favorite option for living areas and bedrooms, comes in many different materials: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    • Wool<\/li>
    • Acrylic<\/li>
    • Nylon<\/li>
    • Polyester<\/li>
    • Polypropylene<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Carpet is warm and soft underfoot. It’s slip-resistant, quiet, and relatively easy to install. However, it’s more difficult to clean so should be avoided in high-traffic areas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      A Flooring Material For Every Room<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      By this point, you’ve read the word “flooring” so many times that you’re sure it’s a made-up word. However, now you know the basic flooring material options you can choose in your home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Find more tips from sprucing up your space on our blog. Check it out today! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Did you know, according to the 2020 US Census Bureau, it takes about 7 to 8 months to build a home. Built-in to that process is the time it takes to lay the different floors you choose for your house.  Flooring can make a statement or it can be a neutral touch in your home. Each room […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9467"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9467"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9467\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9469,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9467\/revisions\/9469"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9467"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9467"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.atyourbusiness.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9467"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}