Family-Friendly Flooring for Your New House or Vacation Home

Family-Friendly Flooring for Your New House or Vacation Home

The pandemic encouraged many of us to think long and hard about where we live and how our environment shapes us. As people moved out of the cities in search of more space and room to grow, the housing market saw a big boom. Many undiscovered rural towns and vacation destinations saw their tourist traffic pick up and their property prices rise as families looked to purchase homes away from crowded urban centers, and some even built a second place at their favorite getaway spot.

Maybe you’ve hopped on board this trend and recently bought that seacoast vacation home your family has had their eyes on. Or maybe you’ve seen this uptick in the housing market as an opportunity to sell your condo in the city and relocate to a house on the outskirts of town. While designing a new home on or a vacation spot can be a hassle, finding the perfect floors to fit your family’s lifestyle shouldn’t have to be!

Most likely, if you have a big family full of kids and pets, you’ll be needing mess-proof floors that can handle dripping swimsuits and muddy paw prints. As important as it is to have beautiful floors in your home, you should also be able to strike a good balance between quality and affordability. That’s what many of our family-friendly flooring products at Flooring America/Flooring Canada aim to do.

Make Bath Time a Cinch with Waterproof Floors

Chances are you already have waterproof flooring installed in your bathroom—but is your flooring slip-proof and durable too? Often, tile is a top contender for the bathroom because it’s naturally waterproof and known for its strength. While tile is a great choice, be careful to choose a tile that’s not too high gloss for your home as these tend to get slippery when wet and you don’t want it to cause any accidents.

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FLOORCRAFT MOUNT PLEASANT IN MERINGUE by Flooring America/Flooring Canada

Plus, if you’ve purchased a place near the beach, chances are you’re going to see a lot of wet swimsuits and sand dragged into your bathroom this summer, so be sure you install a floor that’s capable of handling those extra outdoor elements that often creep in.

Protect Against Messy Shoes

Authentic hardwood flooring has a timeless appeal with its unique grain patterning and historical charm, so it’s no wonder you often find hardwood floors in grand foyers or entryways—they make a good first impression! If you’re thinking about installing hardwood throughout your family’s home, consider engineered hardwood—designed to maximize the natural strength of the characteristics of wood. Whether you’re running in from the lake or hauling camp gear out to the car, it’s important to invest in a floor like engineered hardwood or luxury vinyl that’s able to withstand the test of time.

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WHITE OAK HARDWOOD by Flooring America/Flooring Canada

If you have little ones who are more prone to slips or accidents, opt for flooring solutions that can cushion their fall. Luxury vinyl and laminate are softer options for the entryway of your home, and their built-in stain and fade resistance can still hold up to your household’s tough demands.

Spill-Proof Floors for Culinary Adventures

From Friday night dinnerexperiments to Saturday morningpancake mixing, it’s safe tosay your kitchen floors maysee a lot of spilled ingredientsand culinary mishaps. But thatdoesn’t mean you need to spendall your free time cleaning.

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DARK RUSTIC WOOD-LOOK LUXURY VINYL by Flooring America/Flooring Canada

Find a floor that’s both waterproof and stainproof, like luxury vinyl or tile. Luxury vinyl has the benefit of mimicking natural hardwood or stone while being more comfortable underfoot, so if you’re a master chef and plan on using your kitchen often, luxury vinyl might just be the perfect fit for you!

Carpet That Can Do It All

When it comes to the cozy, comfortable areas of yourhome, what flooring should you choose? Whetheryou’re looking to add a plush carpet in the family roomor hoping to install a fun print in your child’s bedroom,the good news is there is a carpet that can do it all.Recent advancements to fiber technology and stainresistance have made it possible for carpets to fight offthe popsicle stains and protect against juice spills—allwhile providing a soft place to land.

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INNOVIA SOSSOMAN PLUS IN NATURALLY FINE by Flooring America/Flooring Canada