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Flooring Options for our Dream House

(31 Posts)
ninathenana Sat 21-Mar-15 10:42:52

And shiny gloss floor tiles are a slip hazard in kitchens and bathrooms, even if they do look lovely. We have tiled floors in these areas but they have a textured finish.

Anne58 Sat 21-Mar-15 10:23:23

Tiles are very unforgiving if you drop crockery or glass!

glammanana Sat 21-Mar-15 10:17:30

jessmatt Whilst I am more than happy with what we have down in our small apartment if we where doing as you are I would have to go with big tiles for the kitchen/utility etc in ceramic with the quartz that shines through it and for the main flooring to lounges and reception I would look at the best solid wood you can find,I'd suggest looking at Italian/Spanish importers for the best choice well worth the footwork and the time it will take. I would also choice big big chandeliers for best effect if open plan.

whitewave Sat 21-Mar-15 09:25:20

Yes I agree with twice We have exactly what she suggests. Our solid wood is light oak parquee (spelling!) and we have always been pleased with it. In the living and dining room we have put down relatively expensive rugs - they are heavy and so don't move - and the effect is good.

TwiceAsNice Sat 21-Mar-15 09:05:43

My choices would be tiles for kitchen and bathroom carpet for bedrooms and wooden floors for living areas . With the wooden floors I recommend you buy solid wood as expensive as you can afford.

jessmatt Sat 21-Mar-15 06:07:40

We are finally constructing our dream house. Since we cannot really decide on flooring for both interiors as well as exteriors, we would love to get some suggestions. We would like some modern styles especially eco-friendly options to glam up the interior floorings.