Flooring designs for living room

1. Tile for Living Room Floor

Tile is the most common flooring option and for good reasons too! Before we get into the pros and cons of tile for the living room floor, here is an overview of what exactly tiling consists of and material options. Tile flooring is an umbrella term for any hard-wearing flooring material which are generally geometrically shaped. The slabs of tiles are installed using grout. By tiles, we commonly mean either porcelain or clay tiles in terms of material. But tiles could be made of materials such as marble, granite and other natural stones. Options for modern living room floor tiles are endless.

2. Marble Floor for Living Room

Marble has been a popular choice for flooring and construction material due to its elegant and opulent appearance. Like natural stone, marble is quarried from natural reserves and is treated minimally. This makes it entirely environmentally friendly. It is compatible with radiant floor heating. Since marble is porous, it is susceptible to staining. It is also a soft rock and so liable to scratches. Marble, in short, is high maintenance. It can be challenging to maintain its luxuriousness over longer durations

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Marble, due to its lustre, can brighten a room, and larger slabs can open up the room. Each marble slab is unique due to being naturally striated. The irregular patterns of marble add personality to the room. Muted tones can allow the decor and furniture in the room to shine. Use different coloured marbles to make patterned flooring to add visual internet in the living room. For a sleek look, match the marble flooring to the furnishing and textiles used in the room. Marble too can be tiled. Thus, it provides just as many options for floor tiles designs for living rooms as any other material.

3. Living Room Granite Flooring

Granite is a natural stone like marble. But unlike the former, it requires much less maintenance. Its durability, in addition to its luxurious appearance, makes it a highly sought after flooring option for living rooms. The downside to granite is that polished granite is slippery and thus unsafe for households with children and the elderly. In colder regions, underfloor heating is a must with granite flooring. 

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5. Laminate Living Room Flooring

Laminates have quickly become the go-to alternative to hardwood. Laminates are easier to maintain and are budget-friendly. Another attractive feature is that laminates lend to DIY installation. It uses snap-together technology and thus does not require nailing, glueing, etc., to keep it in place. It is much less susceptible to movement caused by heat and humidity levels in hardwood. Universal wear of the top layer means that it is time to change the laminate. Unlike many other flooring materials, laminates cannot be refurbished.

6. Wooden Floor Living Room

Wooden floors add much warmth and charm to any design. With a proper maintenance routine, it can last a lifetime. Hardwood enhances the design of the room visually, and each type has a natural scent that adds to its charm. It is an environmentally friendly option with no health hazards. Hardwood can be expensive to source and install. It also requires regular long term maintenance to maintain its look and keep it water-resistant.

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Much like vinyl, with the help of experts, hardwood can be installed in any floor pattern of your choice.

7. Living Room Floor Carpet

The biggest advantage of carpet over other flooring options is the comfort factor. Its shock-absorbent property, softness, temperature and sound insulation make it ideal for flooring. Hard floor surfaces do not offer the same underfoot flexibility and thus lead to discomfort and soreness when you move around a lot.

Carpet is not the most manageable flooring option to maintain or care for. It requires constant maintenance and is highly susceptible to wear and tear. If you can care for it well, no other flooring option will provide the same benefits as carpet flooring.

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The selection of living room floor carpet would depend on the overall design and personal taste. To make a statement, opt for bold colours. Neutrals are evergreen and can complement almost any aesthetic. Opt for carpets with warm undertones to make the living room appear cosier.