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The Best Flooring for High Traffic Areas

Certain areas of your home naturally see more traffic than others. Entryways and foyers, areas near where you come and go, as well as receive guests, are a couple of the most tread upon areas. Main hallways, which lead to every other room, are another. Your kitchen also sees a lot of foot traffic, as […]

Certain areas of your home naturally see more traffic than others. Entryways and foyers, areas near where you come and go, as well as receive guests, are a couple of the most tread upon areas. Main hallways, which lead to every other room, are another. Your kitchen also sees a lot of foot traffic, as it can be considered a focal point in your home. You prepare meals there every day, and family members come and go for snacks and beverages. Your family members and guests may gather in the kitchen as well over appetizers or to pile delicious dinner items on plates during a big party.

With all of this activity, these high traffic areas require flooring that can stand up to it. After all, you’ve invested a lot into your floor, so you don’t want to replace it within just a few years. There are plenty of flooring options available that will last for decades, all the while standing up to the flurry of feet that pass over them every day.

Tile

Ceramic tiles have been used for over 5,000 years. They come in a wide variety of colors, textures and patterns, so there you would be hard pressed not to find something that suits your particular design tastes. They also range in price, so you will be able to find something that works with your budget. Tile floors are extremely durable. They are scratch and water resistant. As an added bonus, they are also easy to maintain and clean. Learn more about what you need to know about tile before you install!

Vinyl

Vinyl flooring has come a long way from what it used to be. Today, there is luxury vinyl, a material that can mimic the appearance of different types of wood and tile. This particular flooring is rather easy to install, as they come in interlocking planks or tiles. Luxury vinyl is waterproof, as well as scratch, dent, and stain resistant, making it both kid-and pet-friendly, especially in those high traffic areas like the kitchen or mudroom. It is also another option that is easy to clean.

Natural Stone

Stone tiles are an option that gets better with age. No two tiles are exactly the same, giving you a floor that is all your own. There are several stones from which you can choose – granite, limestone, marble, slate. This earthy floor is cool underfoot, which makes it an excellent choice for warmer climates. It is both scratch and water resistant, with the exception of a few stones that are porous (these stones can be sealed). One of the only downsides of stone is that it can get a bit pricey.

Hardwood

Hardwood floors are warm, inviting and timeless. They never go out of style and fit in with just about any design aesthetic. Hardwoods can be dented or scratched, but proper hardwood maintenance and care can prevent it. They can also be sanded down and refinished several times throughout their lifespan, eliminating these imperfections.

Bamboo

For the eco-minded individual, bamboo offers a green alternative that is not only good for the environment, but also quite durable. It is fairly similar to hardwood, but it is a grass. This grass grows so quickly that it is considered quite sustainable. Bamboo is hypoallergenic and easy to clean. It comes available in a variety of different colors, enabling you to find something that matches the decor of the room in which it is to be used.


Your Windows Floors & Decor rep can help you make the best flooring decision possible for your high traffic areas. Contact your rep for a an in-home consultation.