Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Your New Floor - Flooring Ideas And Suggestions For Your Next Remodel

By Jerry Watkins


How do you feel about your floor? Would you like to have different flooring material? Do you wish it was more environmentally friendly? Are you looking for something that is easier to clean? It is important to consider these things before starting construction on your new home or remodeling your current one. By researching your options for flooring material you will be able to find what best suits your needs and wants for your new floor. But first you need to know what you need and want from your flooring. The following lays out some flooring ideas you can use.

You may want to consider the popular wall to wall carpeting option.

If you are dreading tearing out old flooring you don't have to with wall to wall carpeting you can go right over the top of it. You have so many choices to choose from in carpeting texture, softness and color. Carpeting is great for families with kids who are young and just learning to walk (though you'll want to choose something stain resistant to keep your cleaning bills down). Carpet is especially good for those who despise cold floors in the morning.

No matter which of your flooring ideas you decide to go with, make sure that you understand exactly how to care for that flooring once it is installed. There are differences in flooring. What seems to work really well on one kind of flooring could distort a different floor. Some floor cleaners are optimal for some floor types, however they stain other floors. Obtaining knowledge about the proper care for your flooring will assure you that you won't have to replace the flooring for quite awhile (probably).

Vinyl is another great idea. Don't confuse vinyl with linoleum like many people do. Vinyl is usually found in sheets and quite easy to install. More often than not you will find vinyl in the kitchen and baths.

Finding new flooring options is a difficult process. It is hard to know what kind of look you want to achieve without first doing some research. You will also need to consider your lifestyle and your ambitions for your home when choosing new flooring. If you're trying to be environmentally friendly, you will be limited to certain types of flooring. Your number of choices will also be limited by the size of your budget. Make sure to know what you can afford at the beginning of your remodeling project.




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