What’s beneath your feet?

from Make the Move - Benalla. Winter 2022

Inspiring Benalla family masterpiece

What’s beneath

YOUR FEET?

If you’re finally ready to tackle that remodelling project and create a fresh new look for your living spaces and private retreats, here are some of the top flooring trends. This snapshot will help you choose a floor design that is both personal and stylish. The material you choose will have a dramatic impact on your home and your lifestyle.

Tile

A classic choice for many homeowners, particularly in high-traffic areas and ever-popular because of its hardwearing qualities, the range of tiling today means there’s a tile to suit every taste. Designer tiles which move away from your traditional square or rectangular shapes are becoming popular as well as marble-look tiles.

Vinyl

Warm and inviting, vinyl flooring has come a long way and the range of styles being produced today are aesthetically pleasing and visually spectacular. Known for its affordability, luxury vinyl planks have become more durable and damage-resistant which has increased their popularity.

Laminate

Laminate flooring provides the look and feel of real timber for a fraction of the price, including installation costs. More homes today are installing wide-plank laminate flooring, with homeowners looking for features such as water-resistance and stainresistance as well as a range of textured appearances.

Hardwood

For homeowners who want the sumptuous look of natural material, traditional hardwoods are hard to go past. The authentic look is immensely popular and there’s no mistaking the tactile quality of a hardwood. There has also been a recent trend towards geometric floor patterns to add further appeal to your home’s layout.

Bamboo

An emerging trend is bamboo flooring which is environmentally friendly and durable. Some of the benefits of bamboo include its application for wet areas because it has exceptional water resistance as well as standing up to a lot of punishment.

Carpet

Like everything to do with home decoration, carpets have come in and out of style, but they are always on any short list. Carpeting is warm and soft and there’s a growing trend for statement carpets and geometric floor rugs for common living areas.

Shag

comfortable and complements just about any furniture and décor. Shag also comes in a range of colours which can make a room come alive.

Berber

Berber carpet is not a common choice in today’s homes (used more in commercial applications), but if you want something that will withstand long-term wear and tear this carpet is worth considering.

Cut and Loop

Cut and loop pile blends are versatile and highly durable and are available in a range of colours and shades. Creative patterns are also making a comeback.

Sustainable Flooring

Environmentally responsible flooring has increased in popularity as homeowners search for eco-friendly materials. Bamboo is popular for a variety of reasons mentioned earlier. Today, carpet manufacturers are also sourcing product created from recycled materials such as natural fibres. If you’re willing to shop around you can find hard flooring materials that are reclaimed or recycled, including salvaged wood and cork.