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Make the Most of Your Flooring Options
by Debbie Wilson
debbie.wilson@ homeimprovementideas.net
Home Improvement Ideas Columnist
While it is true that the types of flooring in your home can make a dramatic statement from room to room, it is equally important to consider how specific flooring can allow you to enjoy each individual area. There are many quality, aesthetically beautiful, and practical flooring options to choose from.
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Aesthetic/Practical Flooring Options
- Vinyl
- Hardwood
- Laminate
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
- Stone
- Nontraditional materials - cork tiles, rubber tiles, concrete
Flooring Expectations
Before shopping for flooring, it is important to ask yourself a few simple questions. What will the daily traffic flow be in that area? What is the room used for? Are there children or pets to consider? Do I have a specific pattern or color scheme in mind? What is my flooring budget?
In addition to these questions, you should probably also consider the amount of direct sunlight the room gets and how changing one room might enhance or impact another nearby. After you've answered these questions, you'll be better able to narrow your flooring search to a few selections that meet your lifestyle and overall flooring expectations.
Flooring Choices
Ultimately, you'll be more pleased with your final flooring selection when your choice blends and compliments your individual needs and desires. For example, if you enjoy a more elegant look, consider hardwood, teak, laminate, or stone floors.
If you have children or pets, you may want to look into carpet, vinyl, or nontraditional flooring choices and materials. If you want to pamper your feet, try cork or rubber kitchen tiles. You feet will thank you. Just remember that what works for one family or home is not always the right flooring choice for another. Be selective, be creative, and enjoy your flooring choices for years to come.
About the Author
Debbie Wilson owns and operates a lakeside resort, managing all aspects of operations, including marketing and promotion. Her previous experience includes management and profitability consulting for a national healthcare company. In this capacity, she oversaw a five-state operation, utilizing her extensive knowledge of healthcare billing, A/R management, and human resources. Debbie holds a B.A. in Business Management with a minor in Physical Education.
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