The Best Flooring Options for Your Lifestyle

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Committing to the right floor can be a challenge. Your floors should meet the needs of your lifestyle while showing off your personal style. Let’s break down the best flooring options for every household.

Flooring for a Busy Home

Busy homes need flooring that can hold up over time. Consider one of the following three flooring choices if your household is always on the move.

Waterproof Luxury Vinyl & Laminate

Have kids and pets? Vinyl flooring is a great option for peace of mind. Available in authentic wood and tile looks, 100% waterproof vinyl performance brands like NuCore®, NuCore® Performance, DuraLux® Performance, and Optimax™ Performance fit the bill. They’re scratch and stain resistant with a rigid core for superior strength to withstand whatever life throws their way. Turn to laminate for water protection and other daily wear and tear. AquaGuard® Performance is a waterproof, wood-based laminate that looks and feels like authentic hardwood. You can install it in any room because of its premium waterproof protection. Its durability rating is the highest laminate offers, so those pet nails will have some serious competition. HydroShield® Plus is another quality laminate option with waterproof protection, extreme durability, an attached pad that makes installation easy, and a lifetime residential warranty.

Porcelain Tile

Porcelain tile is naturally waterproof, and its extreme hardness makes it resistant to scratches and chips — perfect for bathrooms, kitchens and the outdoors. Tile is also easy to clean and sanitize. Whether you want to go bold with a pattern or achieve a classic wood look, you can find a tile you love that complements your space for years to come.

Eco-Friendly Flooring Choice

If you're looking for an environmentally-friendly flooring choice, consider bamboo or cork options. These durable floors look great and have a positive impact.

Bamboo & Cork Flooring

If you’re looking for durable and sustainable flooring, bamboo is for you. It’s naturally durable and renews at a growth rate of around 2-feet per day. With superior strength and water-resistant options, bamboo is suitable for many styles and spaces. Cork flooring is a natural and sustainable choice. It’s simply made from bark so the harvesting process doesn’t harm the trees. It’s also surprisingly durable, so it lives up to the test of any bustling home.

Flooring for Show-Stopping Looks

Go for a show-stopping look with one of these gorgeous flooring choices. These styles are sure to wow your guests and create some style envy.

Stone Flooring

If you like to make a statement, nothing beats the luxury of natural stone floors. Each stone piece is one of a kind, making for unique details, hues and textures. Stone has been a reliable flooring choice for centuries with its natural durability. Select from different stone finishes to suit your lifestyle and indoor and outdoor spaces.

Hardwood Flooring

Hardwood is a great flooring option for value and durability. Its natural hardness, strength and style make it a winning choice. For the added benefit of water protection, opt for engineered hardwood with water-resistant features like AquaGuard®, and check out our Dogwood™ pet-friendly densified hardwood.

Want an elegant dining room for guests and a functional office for the family? Mix and match elements to create a cohesive look that suits every activity and member of your household. Need more help making a selection? Turn to our design experts for a free one-on-one consultation to help from start to finish. Schedule your free Design Services appointment today!

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