With flooring trends for 2019, traditional flooring, reclaimed wood, cork, and concrete floors are getting recognition. From classic to modern, these floors offer varying benefits that can add flare to your home’s interior design.
Traditional Flooring
For traditional flooring, hard wood remains a popular classic for its durability and overall value. Darker stains are coming back into style for this material. Marble also remains a flooring trend for its unmatched elegance and distinct style, especially when it comes to white colored marble. It’s one of the most sought after colors for opening up a small space. Porcelain is still sought after for its strength, easy maintenance, and multitude of design options. High traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms are ideal rooms where porcelain is installed.
Reclaimed Wood Flooring
Reclaimed wood flooring is making a comeback for more than just its timeless charm.
When hard wood is salvaged, cost is reduced, and not at the expensive of your home’s interior design. When you use pine, oak, chestnut, or any other wood species, it 
becomes a part of Biophilic design. Biophilic design harnesses elements of nature that
promotes healing and overall well-being. This concept is becoming increasingly popular.
Sustainability is also a key benefit to using reclaimed wood flooring. When wood is re-used, waste is reduced, and this material is the strongest it’s ever been. This is due to the fact that wood’s density increases as it ages. Reclaimed wood is ideal for adding a touch of history and warmth to any space.
Cork Flooring
The Cork flooring trend continues to increase in popularity for multiple reasons. Although imported from Europe, this flooring trend remains less expensive than other alternatives and offers a unique “cushiony” feel that homeowners and guests love. This material comes in many colors and patterns that are great for a unique interior design. This particular flooring trend provides great insulation and is a highly renewable resource. However, it is important to note that this flooring may not be ideal for any place prone to wetness and spills like kitchens and bathrooms. If these spills are not taken care of right away, your cork flooring may end up stained. This flooring is also not ideal for homes with pets that can easily scratch the surface. Nonetheless, cork flooring is best for certain areas of your home and can be refinished; sealants may also be applied.
Concrete Flooring
This concrete flooring trend may only seem like an ideal design option for industrial-style lovers at first glance. However, this material is more versatile than you think. Concrete can display a wide array of colors and patterns that go beyond grey. With the help of polishes, stains, and paint, this flooring is anything but dull. This flooring trend can be topped off with a sleek and shiny finish or given a texture that mimics natural stone. Concrete has a reputation for being extremely durable and minimalist. This material is highly resistant to scratches, great for floor heating, and easy to take care of.
Any Flooring
Remodeling Consultants is prepared to give your home a premier interior renovation. We make sure our Design Consultants are the most knowledgeable and provide you with the best solutions for you and your home. To view more flooring trends and options, check out our Interior Design Gallery or visit our Houzz Page! To begin your home renovation, call our Westchester, NY office at (914) 381-6900 or our Fairfield County, CT office at (203) 321-1250.
