In a world that is increasingly conscious of environmental impact, sustainable options are gaining traction. From the timeless elegance of terrazzo to innovative flooring that monitors health metrics, these trends offer a harmonious blend of aesthetics and functionality.
Rigid core flooring is one of 2023’s top flooring trends and offers a comfortable and durable option for homes with children or pets. It’s also waterproof and suitable for moisture-prone areas like bathrooms and kitchens.
Rustic Wood Look
While the smooth floors that dominated hardwood flooring for decades have their place in many homes, homeowners are embracing the look of rustic woods with wider planks. This flooring trend creates visual movement and is especially effective when paired with dark furniture.
Reclaimed barnwood is one example of the rustic wood look that has gained traction. However, reclaimed wood is limited in supply and often pricey. Manufacturers have developed new woods that emulate the natural, worn-in look of reclaimed flooring without the cost.
Another popular way to incorporate the rustic wood look is through pattern play. Herringbone and chevron floor patterns are making a comeback, adding a geometric flair to any room.
Innovative Patterns
As the emphasis on natural and eco-friendly materials continues to grow, so does the availability of innovative flooring patterns. Using advanced printing technologies, manufacturers are now able to offer standard vinyl with more visual variety than ever before. These new designs include tile-like patterns, simulated cracks and even wood grain textures.
More homeowners are choosing to make their floors a statement piece with textured surfaces. Hand scraped, wire brushed and distressed looks are all trending this year. These textures add character and authenticity to your floor.
In addition, checkerboard and chevron patterns are gaining popularity. They’re the perfect complement to any contemporary or classic décor, and can help tie a room together. Other patterned options to consider include herringbone and hexagons. Tiles with graphic patterns are also gaining popularity, especially mosaic ones. These tiles are made with a variety of different sizes and colors, so they can create unique patterns and shapes. Aside from the visual appeal, these tiles are durable and easy to clean.
Dark Gray
While natural aesthetics are still the top flooring trend, homeowners want to protect their investment with durable materials and easy-to-clean surfaces. Fortunately, many options combine the best of both worlds.
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) and vinyl tile are a cost-effective alternative to hardwood floors. They offer a wide range of looks, textures and patterns that are difficult to tell apart from real wood and stone flooring. They also are easy to maintain and come in a variety of widths, lengths and thicknesses.
LVP colors are moving away from cool grays and toward warmer shades, browns and rustic finishes. This trend is seen in both wood-look products and in faux wood, like this brown-tinged color, Barnard, from Johnson Hardwood’s new Cellar House series of European oak engineered hardwood.
When it comes to choosing the right flooring for your clients’ homes, you must understand their design preferences and lifestyle needs. This will help you find a floor that makes them feel at home and increases the resale value of their property.
Recycled Materials
Recycling materials are becoming more and more popular. It is a way to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and conserves natural resources. It can also help to cut down on pollution. There are many different kinds of materials that can be recycled, including glass, aluminum, plastic water bottles, metal scrap, and different kinds of paper. Some electronics like computers, cellular phones, and keyboards can also be recycled. Some types of fabric, wood, and wire can also be recycled.
There are three things that must be present in order for a material to be considered recyclable. These include technology to recycle the material, a buyer for the recycled material, and economics that make sense for the processor. The more people that demand products made from recycled materials, the better. Recycling paper, for example, saves energy and fossil fuels, lowers greenhouse gas emissions, and helps reforest forests that would otherwise be cut down for production.
