2018 Flooring Design Trends
Considering a home improvement project? Whether you’re looking to refresh a room or undergoing a major renovation, our designers round up top design trends to consider – and how to embrace them with your flooring.
Today’s homes are becoming a reflection of the unique personality, style and trend preference of the homeowner. From industrial to transitional to eclectic, design options are virtually limitless and a floor can serve as the focal point of a room. When it comes to what’s trending in flooring, here’s what we’re seeing on the horizon.
Into the Woods
Hardwood and wood-look flooring has a natural appeal that complements a wide range of styles. With seemingly limitless color options – from deep, rich browns to contemporary grays – you’ll have no trouble finding an option that works in your space.
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It’s Not Wood
It’s not wood – but it sure looks like it. Some of the most popular patterns are those that mimic the look of wood and other natural materials.
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It’s Not Wood
Innovations in technology have brought incredible realism and authenticity to non-wood flooring.
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It’s Not Wood
For homeowners seeking natural looking flooring in hard-working rooms like laundry rooms, basements or baths, vinyl is a smart alternative.
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Knotty But Nice
Celebrate the authenticity of wood….keep the knots, mineral streaks and natural low gloss.
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Artisan Timbers
Add character to your space with a floor that features scraped and brushed artisan effects.
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Decorator
There’s been a resurgence of interior decorating that’s dawn from the past, seeking inspiration from different eras while layering in modern elements for an unexpected experience. This trend includes vintage design, often reinvented with current colors, and worn or incomplete.
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Old Style, In Style
“What’s old is new again” rings true for this trend. Our Millwork Square collection allows you to create a dimensional checkerboard look for a renewed take on the classic parquet look.
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Prints Charming
Try a floor with a printed pattern to make a statement in your home.
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Break The Pattern
Many of our products can be mixed to create color blocking effects. This adds interest and depth to an entryway, bathroom or any large room.
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Break The Pattern
Herringbone is a great way to incorporate patterns while still giving your room a timeless feel.
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Global Glance
When designing for interior spaces, the world can be your inspiration. Drawn from cultures across the world – from rich tapestries to local cuisine – this trend can create a space that’s exotic, warm and authentic.
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Warm Minimalism
This trend includes warmer shades of gray, blue and brown as well as blonde woods and embraces the ever-popular Hygge look, evoking the coziness and comfort of winter.
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Bold Maximalism
On the flip side, bold maximalism encompasses a strong mix of bold colors and patterns. Balance this look with a lighter floor color such as a blonde or gray.
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Animal Instincts
Exotic hardwood and hardwood looks have fallen out of favor to domestic wood species, but we are seeing fun pairings with animal prints this year in furniture, fashion and accessories, such as area rugs, which pair great with natural-looking floors.
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Cultural Influences
Try adventurous prints and patterns inspired by people and places across the globe. Designers continue to explore various countries and cultures for unique looks that appeal to North American markets.
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Stimulation of Senses
Color has always been a force when it comes to design choice, but texture is becoming just as important. Texture is tactile, visually stimulating and adds interest to a room.
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Contrast in Texture
Texture allows the authenticity of genuine wood grains to shine through and gives wood-look and stone-look flooring visual appeal and artisan quality.
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Contrast in Texture
While scraped looks remain poplar, they’re being surpassed by wire-brushed wood, which offers a vintage appeal while appearing less aggressive than a scraped floor.
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Manipulated Metals
Metal looks and textures play an important role in the home, especially in the kitchen and bathroom.
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Raw Meets Polished
The natural beauty of rough and polished elements come together to great a one-of-a-kind look.
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Inspired by Nature
Bring elements of nature into your home to create a peaceful and welcoming space you won’t want to leave.
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Seaside Style
Design inspired by the beach, soothing colors in blue and green, sandy neutrals – these aqueous colors are soothing, often with a coastal appeal.
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Ode to the Elements
Distressed or weathered looks are increasing in popularity, with a focus on reclaimed wood.
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Earthly Delights
We are seeing a resurgence of a trend that was popular in the 90s on flooring, decor and walls – faux stone, or designers taking an artistic license with depicting natural stone.
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