Changing the flooring in a room can instantly lift and update it, giving it more appeal and making it a more comfortable room to be in. If you are considering new floors, then it’s worth looking at the latest trends, as new advancements in technology have made a larger variety of floors available.

Faux flooring is making it possible for tiles to look and feel like wood.

Fumed Wood Flooring

 

Real wood is altered in appearance with this process. Pieces of wood are exposed to ammonia, the result of which is flooring with rich, dark tones and perfectly enhanced natural grain. Each piece of wood is unique in hue and as the process changes the color of the wood all the way through, fumed wood flooring is perfect for high foot-fall areas.

Bleached and Blanched Wood

 

This is when wooden flooring has undergone a bleaching process to achieve a whitewashed look. While this can be done to existing wooden floors, it is a messy and labor-intensive process and it is often advisable to completely replace an existing floor in order to achieve this look.

Bleached wood has an ashy whitewashed look with the natural grain still clearly visible. This achieves the charm and beauty of the wood in a lighter hue and is especially effective in coastal properties and country/farmhouse style homes although it is being widely used with many different schemes.

Carpet

 

Nothing can quite match the cozy-chic plush feeling that you get from carpet, and as such, carpet is making a comeback in the most fashionable interiors. While carpets are getting a refresh with bright new colors and geometric patterns, the current trend is back to nature with wool, sisal and jute in warm, earthy tones making its way into the most up to date residences around the country.

Keep everything neutral for a really contemporary feel but be warned that while this can be the ultimate in luxury in a bedroom, this is not the sort of flooring that can withstand heavy traffic. Go to aflooringboutique.co.uk for information on what you can achieve for your home.

Distressed Wood and Concrete Tiles

 

For a distressed and slightly worn finish, there is little that will work as well as distressed wood or concrete tiles. Distressed woodworks particularly well in beautiful, rustic schemes but for a contemporary or industrial style, try distressed concrete for a beautiful hard-wearing alternative.

Black and White Tiles

 

For a modern twist on a vintage classic, look no further than black and white tiles which are currently making a strong come back. Mix and match tiles in bold graphics are making a contemporary statement that can revive period homes. This kind of nostalgia is especially effective in smaller rooms, such as bathrooms and powder rooms and can offer a seamless transition from the main floor space into the shower for a contemporary effect.

Natural Wood

 

With the growing movement towards sustainability and a focus on natural, simple interiors and bringing the outdoors in, natural wooden flooring will have its place in modern homes. Wooden floor has a luxurious feeling underfoot and is a long-lasting solution that looks great with many different schemes.