Refresh Your Entryway: Flooring Ideas for a Welcoming First Impression
Your entryway or foyer, the most public space in your home, sets the tone and makes the first impression. What is your entryway saying to your company? Is it making a positive first impression for your home? If you want your entryway to send out premium welcoming vibes, consider a flooring upgrade!
Area Rugs & Floating Floor Installation
Regardless of whether you rent or own your home, there are simple upgrades that you can employ to freshen your space. If you are limited by your living situation, these temporary changes won’t require removing or replacing the existing flooring. For instance, a chic or fun area rug can be changed out seasonally to bring a new look to your entryway. Consider a custom runner as an upscale option. Also, floating floor installations will not require you to remove the existing floor either. Materials such as laminate flooring that offer floating installation can be installed over existing hardwood, some tile, or another vinyl floor, and then removed if necessary, since they don’t require any glue or nails!
Luxury vinyl is available in plank and tile formats, in a variety of finishes and styles to suit any decor. Whether you want a rustic farmhouse or an urban chic vibe, there is a form of luxury vinyl that will work in your space. Wood-look plank style is the most common, but the tile offerings are expanding with granite, marble, slate, and patterned visuals available.
Tile Floors
If you are ready for a dramatic change, consider tile as a weather-friendly upgrade to your entryway. Ceramic or porcelain tiles stand up to water and dirt better than many other types of flooring, and are available in a wide variety of colors, styles and patterns. This is a great choice if you are looking for something extra durable! Tough enough for foot traffic and handling the elements, tile floors offer organic luxury that never goes out of style.
Natural Flooring Materials
If you enjoy the aesthetic of natural materials in your home, the entryway is the perfect place to showcase that. Because entryways tend to be smaller, you can keep the cost relatively low, while still investing in a floor that you love. Consider river rock, sold as a mosaic, to give your foyer a beachy feel. Another option is slate or another stone floor. Also available in a tile format, it is a classic choice that has stood the test of time. Hardwood flooring is also a way to bring nature inside, since it has tremendous character, markings, and graining. Keep in mind that hardwood can experience moisture damage when exposed to wet conditions, so take proper considerations if your entryway frequently sees rain or mud.
When you are ready to take the next step in refreshing your entryway or foyer, visit our design staff at Thornton Flooring. We can review all your options, along with your budget and timeframe. Your space will have a new look in no time!
