Yet recent tests by consumer reports show you can have both durability and good looks from many types of flooring including engineered wood laminate porcelain tile and vinyl.
Flooring that looks good in hallways.
Encaustic tiles in a graphic pattern look fresh and contemporary adding instant impact to a landing corridor or hallway.
This entryway has two logical transition points at the openings to the hallways.
You would be best served choosing a sheepskin rug to warm your feet while you relax on your furniture or as a runner to trail through your hallway connecting your rooms with a soft cosy feature.
Mid toned finishes and dark woods will be more forgiving in terms of showing up dust while pale wood will demand more work but can help the space look more expansive.
The floral inspired motif creates a beautiful effect.
Stone or tile can stand up to moisture and mud tracked in from outside but hardwood is still the most popular flooring material for the rest of the house.
Choose from a range of colourways to suit any home.
Hardwood floors resist moisture damage less well than other flooring choices but are still a viable option for an entry hallway.
If the family bedrooms are away from the main living areas the colors can feed off the room s decor as long as they don t clash with the hallway flooring.
Choose a neutral color for the hallway.
Carpet or cork good flooring for bedrooms is a soft and warm material like carpet or cork.
And terrazzo flooring is popular again.
Here our warm terracotta shade looks great alongside crisp white walls and natural furnishings for a warm and inviting hallway.
Wood flooring has a lasting style and durability.
Open floor plans with hardwood throughout the house necessitate.
Wooden flooring in a hallway can be a good option too.
Good flooring for bedrooms.
Though wood is generally a good thermal insulator it can still get quite chilly in the winter months.
Carpet or hardwood are the most appropriate choices for stairs and hallways because they are easier to cut to unusual sizes.