Floors in general, take a lot of abuse. But if there is one spot in your home that begs for beautiful high-traffic flooring, it’s the entryway, especially when you have a busy household with kids and/or dogs who track dirt into every room!
Entryway floors should be easy to clean and stand up against moisture, so they don’t get ruined by all sorts of things that get tracked through them- like mud or streaks from spilled drinks on passing guest’s shoes. We’ve got some great ideas that will help create both function and style in your newest entryway project:
Laminate Flooring:
Laminate flooring is a budget-friendly and easy to clean alternative that creates the look of hardwood, tile or stone floors at your home. It’s available in various thicknesses with varying levels of durability depending on how much wear you’ll put it through! Laminate may not be strong enough for areas such as entrances where there’s heavy traffic, so choose wisely before making this decision.
Luxury Vinyl Tile and Luxury Vinyl Planks:
You never have to fear tracking in rain, snow or mud when you install luxury vinyl planks in your entryway. This high-end synthetic wood-like material offers the texture and look of hardwood with the added benefit that it’s completely waterproof! It can be installed over a wide variety of floors making this ideal for quick renovation projects – all installation needs are usually taken care of by simply clicking together their tiles like puzzle pieces. Luxury vinyl flooring is also an economic alternative to ceramic or porcelain tiles. The cost of luxury vs quality won’t break your budget.
Luxury vinyl planks are an easy and affordable way to give your entryways that elegant look without breaking the bank. They can be installed over any surface and offer a realistic texture of hardwood with their water-resistant material making them perfect for entering through rainy days. They won’t harbour dirt or stains as easily, making them perfect for busy homes with children or pets.
Engineered Hardwood :
Engineered hardwood floors are perfect for your entryway because they’re beautiful, durable and affordable when compared with hardwood floors. Engineered wood is designed to look just like traditional solid surface hardwoods with the added benefit of being water-resistant. So not only will you have an aesthetically pleasing floor but also one that can withstand moisture in high traffic areas such as near doors or underfoot during rainstorms.
Protecting Your Entryway Floors
Rugs and Mats are one of the best ways to keep your floor safe from damage. Not only do they provide appealing design features, but using a mat in an entryway or other high traffic area will help protect those pristine floors underneath. Choose a mat that is easy to clean.
Beware of some footwears that might impact the flooring. Some hardwoods are softer than others, so stiletto heels or narrow high heel shoes may leave marks on these surfaces.
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