Are you looking to give your home a hot, new look this year? Or perhaps you are planning on buying a new house? Whatever the case may be, you can keep up to date with our post of 2020’s up and coming flooring trends!
Tile Flooring
With its durability and waterproof properties, it is no surprise that tile flooring is one of the top trends in 2020. The current trend for tile flooring is large tiles. It seems the larger they are, the better. Though most homeowners go for 12 by 24 inch tiles, it is not uncommon for others to opt for 24 by 48 inch tiles!
The stone look for tiles is still popular with many people installing tiles that mimic the appearance of marble, travertine and limestone. Concrete tiles are also in demand.
Many homeowners are also opting for glass tiles, particularly mosaic glass tiles. Those looking for more colorful looks are choosing to go with encaustic decorative tiles. These tiles come in the traditional concrete material, as well as porcelain which is thinner, more durable and less expensive.
Wood Flooring
Wood flooring is not a new trend. It has been popular for a few years now. The current trend of using wider planks for hardwood flooring will continue. The use of mixed width planks is also very much in style. Many people love how it gives their floor a less uniform and more interesting appearance.
Flooring trends are gradually starting to embrace organic and eco-friendly materials such as cork and marmoleum. An increasing number of homeowners are also looking to install a more unique style of flooring that showcases their personal style. Parquet style flooring is perfect for this as it can produce an infinity number of one-of-a-kind patterns that stand out.
Because of how expensive authentic wood flooring is, many homeowners opt instead for vinyl, laminate or ceramic tile flooring that gives the appearance of wood.
Vinyl Flooring
The appeal of vinyl flooring is that it is durable and capable of withstanding heavy foot traffic. It is also less expensive than most other flooring options. Vinyl flooring comes with an added benefit of being more sound absorbent which helps to reduce the noise level in the house. This makes it especially suitable for homes with children and pets.
As technology becomes increasingly advanced, vinyl flooring is evolving to look more and more like real hardwood. Homeowners can expect to see more realistic vinyl flooring this year as manufacturers work to create better looking product lines.
Vinyl flooring can accurately mimic the appearance of any kind of hardwood flooring, from contemporary smooth maple to rustic oil-finished oak, allowing you to achieve beautiful flooring at a pocket-friendly cost.
Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring offers homeowners the option of flooring that looks like it was made from a more expensive material such as marble, limestone or wood. It has come a long way since it first entered the market. Today, there are a great variety of new styles and textures to choose from.
The most popular look for this flooring type appears to be lighter colors, wider planks, a wood-like appearance and a rustic texture. Most homeowners like laminate floors with a little more depth and groove as it gives off a more natural feel.
This kind of flooring comes with the added benefit of being eco-friendly, allowing those who opt for it to feel the satisfaction of choosing a more sustainable option.
