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Floor Coverings - What Are Some of the Options?

Just as the right pair of shoes can make or break an outfit, choosing the right floor for your Washington, D.C.-area home is one of the most important ways to bring your home's look into focus. So whether you're thinking about a major remodeling project, or just looking to give a room a "facelift", take the time to consider your flooring options. You may be surprised at the number of choices available.

As you begin to explore your options, take time to consider the function of the space, the look you want to achieve and the traffic patterns. Does this area need to be frequently cleaned? Will children or pets be in the area a lot? How willing or able are you to do any required maintenance? As with any remodeling project, a little preparation goes a long way to helping you decide which type of floor you want.

Here are some floor-covering options:

Hardwood - A traditional favorite, hardwood floors are known for their timeless beauty and durability. With so many types of wood and finishes to choose from, hardwood floors easily fit into any décor - from country style to urban chic. They do require regular maintenance, however, especially in high traffic areas. Oak remains the favorite wood but other varieties, such as ash, maple and walnut, are also popular. Exotic species, such as Brazilian cherry, are also gaining in popularity for its interesting grain and variation.

Tile - With a wide range of tile types, sizes, colors and patterns available, ceramic tile has become a very popular flooring option in recent years. Incredibly durable, ceramic tile can be glazed or unglazed, smooth or textured. Although not so common a mosaic tile floor is visually stunning. Made using small pieces of ceramic or glass tile, mosaic tile floors are laid down in a pattern. Incredibly intricate and time-consuming to put in, this type of floor is best suited to a small room. The end result is dramatic and definitely one-of-a-kind.

Vinyl or linoleum - A cinch to clean, vinyl or linoleum is still a popular choice for the kitchen and bathroom. Although they have sometimes been viewed as one of the lower-grade options, many of today's vinyl or linoleum products come in a wide variety of colors and patterns and are very attractive. Vinyl or linoleum is available in either sheet or tile and very easy to install.

Founded on the premise that customers deserve the best value for their dollar and must absolutely satisfied with our services, Floorgem is ready to help you choose just the right flooring for your Washington, D.C.-area home. We are confident that our rates will be competitive and our level of service will be excellent. Call us today!