Today’s choices in flooring are more varied than ever, running the gamut of styles, finishes and installation options. Product innovation is clearly blurring the lines between many flooring categories, and the raw materials used to create flooring types include gin bottles, corn sugar and the staves from old wine barrels. The winner in this underfoot mash-up is the consumer, who benefits from an astonishing array of choices that fit any lifestyle and budget.
Wood
Kitchen Flooring Trends
Smith and Fong
Engineered wood flooring
Engineered Wood
US Floors
Bamboo flooring
Bamboo
Bamboo is tough and durable. Because it comes from plants that are easy to grow and regenerate quickly, bamboo is considered a sustainable material and an environmentally friendly flooring choice. Nevertheless, most bamboo is imported from Asia, and environmentalists point to the energy required to transport bamboo to the U.S. as a factor to consider when selecting green flooring.
Expect to pay $3 to $8 per square foot for bamboo flooring, and $7 to $12 per square foot installed.
Laminate
Pergo
Laminate flooring
Armstrong
Linoleum flooring
Linoleum
Cork flooring. Design by Linda Maglia
Cork
Ceramic Tile
- Glazed ceramic has a glasslike coating that is applied prior to firing. The coating gives the tile an unlimited variety of colors and textures and makes the material virtually maintenance-free.
- Quarry tile is unglazed ceramic tile. Colors come from pigments added to the clay mixture. Quarry tile has a slightly rough texture that provides better slip-resistance than glazed tile.
- Porcelain tile is fired at extremely high temperatures. The result is a tile that’s especially hard and durable. Porcelain tile is resistant to staining and is a good choice for exterior applications. It’s available either glazed or unglazed.
- Terracotta is an unglazed tile with earthy colors and rustic appearance. It is not as durable as other tiles and must be sealed periodically to prevent staining.
Mohawk
Carpet
- Nylon is exceptionally strong and resistant to wear. Make sure the carpet you buy is treated to reduce static electricity.
- Acrylic has physical properties that approximate wool. It resists wear, crushing and mildew, and it’s inhospitable for insects.
- Polyester produces bright colors and is highly resistant to moisture, but stains can be difficult to remove.
- Polypropylene olefin is used for indoor/outdoor carpeting. It’s extremely resistant to stains, moisture and mildew.
Stone
Armstrong
Vinyl
Unique Recycled Hardwood Floors
Recycled cherry wood has been cut into end-grain blocks for use in their basement game room area. A chandelier hangs above a billards table next to bar stools. Two chairs, a table, and a TV are against a brick wall.
Burnished Beauty
Reclaimed wood floors take center stage in this rustic-inspired kitchen with wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with pendant lighting.
Lumber Love
Resources
www.duluthtimber.com
www.mountainlumber.com
www.heartpine.com
www.appalachianwoods.com
www.pushhardlumber.com
www.pioneermillworks.com
www.thewoodscompany.com
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