The Latest Laminate Flooring Trends
It seems like everyone is remodeling and renovating their homes right now. In particular, homeowners love to follow trends and every year, there are new ones that can give you inspiration for your latest home makeover. In particular, more people are investing in laminate flooring.
There is no doubt that this flooring has a lot to offer. From being moisture-resistant to offering durability, you cannot go wrong. Here are some of the latest laminate flooring trends to check out.
Mixed-Width Planks
Not everyone likes perfection, and some homeowners enjoy having more of a natural design in their home. For instance, this has led to mixed-width planks becoming popular when it comes to flooring. Indeed, this makes laminate flooring look a lot like real wood and it can give your home a unique design. A lot of people like how it is a throwback to the 1800s. During this time, a lot of flooring was made with mixed-width planks. This was because not all of the same material would be available, and homeowners would just use whatever planks they could.
High Gloss
When you are shopping for laminate, you will notice that they can have a variety of finishes. This ranges from a matte finish to a high gloss. The latest trend is high gloss. Homeowners are enjoying having sparkling floors and the high gloss finish means that it can also look clean. This illusion suits homes that are active and it can also give the appearance of more space.
Herringbone Pattern
One pattern that is trending right now when it comes to this type of flooring is herringbone. This is a stacked rectangular design and just as the name suggests, it is a pattern that is inspired by the bones of a herring fish. While it is often used as an outdoor paving pattern, it has made its way indoors and homeowners love the luxurious style that can be created.
The Color Grey
Every year, there are different colors that become popular in homes. When it comes to laminate flooring, there is no doubt that homeowners are loving grey. This is a neutral color that gives you a lot of freedom when it comes to decorating. In particular, you can create contemporary rooms in your home. Of course, there are a lot of different shades of grey, from classic dark shades to silver and white tones. So, there is grey flooring to suit everyone.
Chevron Design
The great thing about laminate is that this type of flooring is available in a variety of designs. Right now, chevron is in. This is often referred to as a classic design, but it is one that never seems to go out of fashion. This is a style that consists of several Vs and it can bring a unique design to your home. All eyes will be on your new flooring and it can add a lot of interest to a room. What’s more, it has the ability to create the illusion of space and make a room appear larger in size.
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