2017 Flooring Trends

If you think of any room in the house, what do you consider to be the largest decorative statement? Maybe your wall color or a light fixture comes to mind. But, your flooring can impact your room more than you may realize.

With new décor trends in 2017 pointing to natural and sustainable materials, now might be the right time for you to upgrade any outdated flooring. Durability and longevity is a common theme among any type of trendy flooring. If you’re upgrading your floors this year, consider these trendy flooring ideas for 2017.

Kitchen Flooring Trends

Your kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the home and it receives many visitors. If you’re planning a kitchen remodel or ready to update an old kitchen floor, you’ll want to choose a replacement that’s sure to last. Here are a few trendy kitchen floor ideas for 2017:

Luxury Vinyl

Gone are the days of tacky looking vinyl flooring. For your kitchen, you need something stylish and durable. Luxury vinyl is a hot trend for 2017, giving the look of hardwood and tile without the price tag. This material is easy to clean and comes in a wide variety to match your style. The average cost to install vinyl flooring is $2,355, but this price can vary depending on the materials you choose and if you’ll be hiring a pro to help.

Kitchen Tile

Tile is an obvious choice for your kitchen as it is durable and easy to clean. When it comes to material, ceramic tile flooring is a great choice. The average cost to install ceramic tile floor is between $425 and $1,200 per 500 square feet. When it comes to ceramic tile style, a trendy choice that’s here to stay is gray tile. An emerging trend is wood-look ceramic tile that mimics wood, which means you can get the look of hardwood flooring without risking the damage.

Bathroom Flooring Trends

Because the bathroom is a high-moisture and high-traffic area, finding the right flooring is crucial to the condition of the room. One of the best options for bathroom flooring is tile. This can withstand foot traffic and hold up well against water and moisture. Bathroom tile trends this year include geometric shapes, like octagons and rectangles. Look for colors in white, gray and black to mix and match or create a continuous look.

Tile, that doesn’t actually look like tile, is also making its way into the bathroom. Cement and marble look-alike tile provide the look without all the upkeep.

Hardwood Flooring Trends

If you’re looking for a flooring type that will never go out of style, hardwood is the answer. However, the type of wood and finish helps determine the popular choices of the year. This year, we’re seeing wide plank wood floors add to rustic décor as well as reclaimed wood floors. Bamboo hardwood floors are popular as they add to the effort of creating a green and sustainable home.

When it comes to wood type and stain, this year’s trends couldn’t be more different. Homeowners are either choosing an ultra-light blonde or dark hardwoods. This all depends on the style of room you have. Lighter woods work great in a contemporary room, while dark wood creates the warmth needed in a rustic room. If you’re considering a hardwood floor installation, the wood you choose will factor into your total cost. The average cost to install hardwood floors is $4,013.

Carpet Trends

For a room that needs a little extra warmth, carpet is the answer. If your bedroom or living room could use a little something to make it more cozy, consider a carpet installation this year. As sustainability is a hot trend for 2017, recycled carpets are in. By using materials such as plastics or old carpeting, it’s made into new, fresh carpeting for the home. The Carpet America Recovery Effort estimates 3.6 Billion pounds of carpet have been recycled since 2002. If you’re replacing carpet, you can be a part of these recycling efforts by locating the nearest carpet reclamation center to dispose of your carpet.

When it comes to carpet color, bold is in! Let your carpet make a statement in your room. If you’re not ready to change your carpeting to a bright and bold color, consider an area rug. This helps to get the look without a permanent addition.