UPDATED 1/20/21
There are a number of floor materials and floor patterns to choose from when building or remodeling a home. From hardwood floors and carpet textures to ceramic tile and stone, floor types can truly make a difference in the look and layout of your home. The kind of floor materials people use varies. It of course depends on the homeowner’s tastes and needs. Generally, however, hardwood floor types are very popular in the United States. A recent houzz survey has found that about one third of all participants have hardwood floors in their homes. Another survey found that overall, 47% of those polled claim hardwood floor types to be their favorite. Hardwood floors are so popular, in fact, that the National Association of REALTORS found that 54% of prospective homeowners are willing to pay more for a house with hardwood floors.
Hardwood flooring is a very popular flooring option and with good reason. It is durable, long lasting, and attractive in just about any home. There are many kinds of floorwood you can use, depending on the look you are going for. So if you are considering your flooring options, hardwood flooring is one to look into.
Your floor panneling might look different depending on the kind of wood and the size of the boards you are using. The hardwood floor board length will generally be uniform in the floor itself, but might be different from other hardwood floors. A flooring company will be able to help you figure out what kind of floor panneling you want and the type of floorwood that would be perfect for your home. They will also do the hardwood floor construction for you, saving you the frustration of attempting to learn what to do as you go. Hardwood floor construction isn’t easy, so you’ll want to research who is available in your area and what kinds of hardwood flooring they provide.
There are a number of hardwood floor materials to choose from. Hickory, for example, has a lighter and is perfect for the living or dining room. Chestnut has a light brown color and makes for a great addition to the master bedroom and guest bedrooms. Merbau, on the other hand, has a russet color and makes for a bold flooring arrangement for the living room or private study. If you are looking for something less intense but just as beautiful, then cypress may be a good choice for you. Similar to hickory, cypress has several light colors mixed in as one and has several “spirals” that bring a certain prestige to the room it’s installed in. Walnut is much darker than cypress but also brings a prestige of its own.
These are just some of the many hardwood floor materials for you to choose from. For more information, feel free to leave a comment or question at the bottom.