If you have been thinking about upgrading your floors to something other than what you already have, then the variety of choices available can have you confused about what might be the best suited for your home and family in terms of design considerations, budget and material.

While flooring stores geelong can advise you on what might suit your needs best, it helps to understand the different types of flooring available and match them with your needs and situation before you speak to a professional.

Before you start to evaluate the best material for your floor, here are a few considerations.

First, consider your budget, this will give you an indication of the type of material that you should start considering. For example, granite, marble and any other natural stone flooring are among the most expensive to install and may be prohibitive if you have a modest budget. You must also consider the location of your flooring project. Is it a patio, a bathroom or is it a bedroom or living room, the location and its exposure to weather and moisture and the amount of traffic it will need to accommodate will dictate the type of material you should be considering for your floors. You may also want to consider the level of maintenance are care your new floor will need as well as the look and feel of the material. You will want to consider the location of the flooring as well as the design aspects of the location to arrive at a good match.

Let’s look at some of the popular flooring options available today.

Tiles are perhaps one of the most versatile flooring materials. It is cost-effective and is available in a range of colours, sizes, designs and textures and you can choose between ceramic and stone options. One of the biggest advantages of tiles is that it is easy to maintain and are resistant to stains and water & heat damage, making them a good choice for just about any area of the home – inside and out. Stone options such as marble will need to be sealed however to prevent its porous surface from absorbing stains and water.  

Hardwood floors are also considered a good flooring option because of the classic old-world charm look and feel it imparts to a room. A drawback with a hardwood floor is that it is susceptible to scratches, especially from pet paws, however, this can be sanded and refinished with ease.

Gaining popularity for its simple elegance are concrete floors. They are hardwearing and weather and scratch-resistant – provided it is sealed. Concrete floors offer a range of colour and texture options that you can have custom mixed to suit your space.

Then there are luxury vinyl planks that are also gaining in popularity. Vinyl flooring can provide you with flooring that looks like wood or stone without the steep cost, maintenance or hassle of installation associated with wooden and stone floors. Luxury vinyl also provides a realistic look and feel of wood and stone.

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