2023 Flooring Trends

2) Checkerboard Flooring

Typically when you think of checkerboard flooring, you think of the kitchen or the bathroom. This classic design is expanding to other areas of the home as well, such as the mudroom and laundry room. However we feel this look can be pulled off anywhere in the house, giving it a timeless feel! More reasons to consider checkboard flooring include:

• Black and white tiles are bold. Tiles come in many different sizes, shapes, and patterns so the design possibilities are endless. Lately, homeowners have been putting a spin on the traditional square grid look to more complex patterns that include herringbone, chevrons, hexagons, and more. The range of shapes make the pattern ideas endless.

• It is a great way to add pattern and visual interest to a room. 

• Not just for the bathroom. Typically, when you think of checkboard flooring, one of the first spaces you think of is the bathroom. This is ideal for the bathroom because tiles are resilient, waterproof, and clean up is easy. However, these positive traits can be utilized in other areas of the home as well such as the mudroom or entry way. A checkboard tile foyer is easy to clean, can handle high traffic, hide footprints and scuffs, and create a stunning first impression when entering the home. 

3) Encaustic Floor Tiles

Encaustic tiles are remarkable in design and pattern and very durable. They have been a staple throughout Europe for many years and date back in our own history to Victorian times.  Recently they have undergone a new lease of life and rediscovery in terms of interior design popularity. Essentially, encaustic tiles are tiles that have been inlaid with individual pigment pieces to create intricate patterns rather than the design being pattern stamped or painted onto as with porcelain or ceramic tiles. Reasons why you should consider encaustic tiles in your home include:

• Encaustic tile is designed with high-strain situations in mind and has stood the test of time as a durable option for flooring. Encaustic tile doesn't strain easily, is certainly slow to wear down, and commonly faces harsh elements in outdoor use.

• One of the main draws to encaustic tile is the appeal to have a floor or wall tile that is unique in design. With endless colours and patterns to choose from, if you truly want to have a unique space, encaustic tiles are the way to go. 

• Perfect for high traffic areas such as hallways or kitchens, but of course you can put them wherever you want!

4) Vinyl Flooring Options

One of the benefits vinyl flooring in your home is that it can be added in many different formats and is very versatile. More benefits include:

• Vinyl can be integrated into a home office space, a home gym, the kitchen, or even in a bedroom or two. 

• Vinyl plank flooring and vinyl tiles can be fabricated in a huge variety of different styles and colour choices, making them a great substitute for hardwood floors or tile. 

• It is also ideal in any part of the home where you want durable and resilient surfaces.

• In addition to being a fantastic budget option for versatile flooring in your home, vinyl flooring is easy to clean and simple to maintain. The hard surface can be swept or vacuumed with ease. Vinyl planks can also be mopped clean with a mild cleaner.

• They also don't require regular maintenance like resealing and waxing to enhance the finish.

5) Statement Tiles

Tile is a durable choice that is easy to clean and perfect for water-prone areas like kitchens or bathrooms. Typically tile is neutral in tone and similar to the look of natural stone or marble. However, interior designers and home owners are loving graphic tile for its statement making abilities and the colour and character that it can inject into a home. They are perfect for applications all over the home when you want to incorporate bold colour and pattern choices. 

Statement-making decorative tiles come in a wide range of stylistic choices and pattern options. This gives you access to greater customization when it comes to matching flooring solutions. Mix and match tiles between rooms or allow them to play off other flooring surfaces like wood. Pulling an accent colour from the tile and using it to paint the walls or select décor will create a colourful, yet cohesive space. 

6) Wide Plank Laminates

Laminate flooring has become a go-to option for many homeowners across the United States and Canada. Laminates are cost-effective and relatively easy to install in a home. This makes them a great option in many different options throughout a property. This option is softer than other hard surface flooring solutions that you might consider for your home, but they are immensely durable and can stand up to scratching and staining. This makes laminate a great option for just about any homeowner and they are particularly useful in properties with children or pets. 

Wide plank laminate flooring is often used as a substitute for hardwood floors. These planks are typically machined to imitate the look and feel of a solid board. The variety of finishes allows for these to work with a variety of styles. Matte or unfinished look planks can look stunning in a room with a rustic look or a home with industrial décor. Those with a subtle sheen can provide a perfect foundation for traditional or modern décor. 

7) Stone-look Flooring

Stone flooring is yet another historic flooring choice making a resurgence in modern design. Though this time, it can be emulated using a variety of materials that are both budget-friendly and easier to install. Flooring Inc. reports that a stone look can be accomplished with vinyl tiles, creating a look with lightweight materials that are also very durable. This makes it a perfect flooring choice to add character to spaces like bathrooms and kitchens.

Stone-look flooring is ideal for giving your home a cozy vibe. Choices in beige or tan Travertine-like hues can add organic warmth to spaces with traditional or Tuscan-inspired décor. You can also use flooring that mimics cool, grey slate for a stunning foundation in modern rooms. Or, if you're really wanting to make a statement, use tiles that imitate the look of a pebble mosaic. These make your room appear like thousands of small stones were meticulously ingrained into your floor.