Flooring trends get more and more creative every year to answer the high demand for unusual and unexpected textures, colours, patterns, and materials. At the same time, classics and classics are always in vogue, being the perfect backdrop of every interior style, no matter if modern, contemporary or traditional. Let’s have a look at what will be the most popular types and styles of flooring in 2019!
Eco-friendly alternatives
Green alternatives have been a big thing in interior design trends for the past few years and eco-friendly flooring alternatives are not an exception. Obtained from sustainable sources, natural and recycled materials are the star of the last few years in terms of interior design and flooring options. In 2019 you can find a great variety of cork, bamboo, reclaimed wood, and engineered wood flooring options that are proving to be a popular choice not simply because of their appearance but also as a more eco-friendly option. Cork is a non-toxic material taken from the bark of the cork oak tree. Reclaimed wood and engineered wood are both great opportunities to enjoy the beauty of real wood while reducing the impact on nature and unsustainable sourcing.
Mosaics in the bathroom
They say that everything new is well-forgotten old and we couldn’t agree more when we see the hype for mosaic flooring for the bathrooms. No matter if you choose a monochrome combination, go for complete white, or add a pop of colour, mosaic flooring used to be one of the most popular, beautiful, elegant, and unique choices back in the day and it is back with full force in 2019. Besides the great variety of colours and colour combinations available, you can ensure a very distinctive character for your bathroom by benefitting from the beauty of some patterns available too, from the subway and little squares to the more engaging herringbone and chevron.
Tiles with a wood-like look in the bathroom
The popularity and suitability of the appearance of the flooring for the bathroom is nothing new for 2019. For many years people have wanted the natural and elegant beauty and style of real wood transferred to their bathrooms too and wood flooring is not limited to the living room and bedroom only anymore. However, the truth is that real wood and timber flooring is not necessarily the most suitable choice for the bathroom in terms of functionality and maintenance. Yes, it looks amazing, however, most of the real wooden species are way too sensitive to moisture, humidity, and temperature fluctuations and prone to water damage. Repair and renovation, on the other hand, are not very cheap and time-saving professional services. So how to get the beautiful look of wood in your bathroom without compromising? Choose tiles that resemble wood! Choose from tiles, vinyl tiles, and even planks of engineered wood that are designed to be less prone to moisture damage, no matter what you pick you will be able to enjoy a pretty realistic look while not worrying about the condition of the floor.
Rustic farmhouse style for the kitchen
Kitchens are the hearts of homes and as such, you usually want them to look and feel very cosy, homey, warm, and inviting. Good news for you, this year’s trend of farmhouse-style solid wood flooring in the kitchen is the perfect match for your cosy kitchen. With even more benefits, farmhouse style wood flooring means you can enjoy the natural and very unique beauty of rustic wood grades, achieving a distinctive look and character for your kitchen thanks to the natural patterns of the floorboards, their unique texture, and sometimes the naturally non-uniform colour. The emphasis is on natural ageing and reclaimed wood is, once again, a great option so you can practically kill two birds with one stone and use two current floor trends.
Grey hardwood floors for the kitchen
According to the top interior designers in the country, grey wood flooring is continuing to be one of the top trends of the year. It is reminiscent of the sun-bleached American sidewalks and style-wise it is the perfect match to kitchens with a very modern and contemporary design. Thanks to its monochrome and minimalistic appearance, grey wood managed to dictate and dominate the flooring trends in the past few years and it has no attention to go anywhere far from the spotlights in 2019.
Sustainable exotic wooden species in the living room
The classic appearance of domestic wood species such as oak and walnut has always been a safe choice for achieving beauty and character in the living room effortlessly. However, if you want to spice things up a bit, make sure to bet on exotic wood species in 2019. The demand for more unique and statement wood floors is growing with every year and 2019 is bringing a lot of unusual and aesthetically unique wood species under the spotlight. Some of the most popular ones of the year are Brazilian Cherry, Teak, Iroko, and Wenge.
Carpet in the living room and bedroom
Carpets have always been a safe and common choice for spaces of the house such as living rooms and bedrooms because of their functionality and the comfort that comes with the padded feel. In addition, carpets create a cosier and more homey atmosphere, which is what most homeowners are looking for when it comes to the bedroom and living room. Thankfully, carpets are expected to continue to be big in 2019 too. This year expect to see more patterns, a plethora of different colours and textures, and a lot of distinctive designs.
Contrasting perimeters and bold colours for the decking
Whenever you are considering the most suitable and trendier flooring for inside the house, don’t forget to think of the outside areas too because they can also look and feel amazing if you don’t neglect them. Some of the biggest trends for outdoor decking of 2019 include the “picture frame” border pattern that is, in fact, nothing new and transitions with popularity from the last few years into 2019. However, if you want to go the extra mile and be on-trend, make sure to choose contrasting yet complementing colours for your decking and you will be able to achieve a floor that stands out and has its very own distinctive character.
Large-format tiles for the living room
Tiles are not the typical floor of choice when it comes to the living room. Still, they are functional enough and easy to maintain, and if you choose some more unusual patterns, tile sizes, and colours, you will be able to create a floor that stands out and is the focal point of the room. The flooring trends of 2019 demand you to choose large format tiles for your living room. Large-format tiles create greater uniformity and continuity in finished spaces and visually make the room appear more spacious. The aesthetic benefits are guaranteed and you can also enjoy the benefit of a more hygienic and easy-to-clean choice because of the minimized joints.
Floor tiles for the basement/garage
Tiles have been the most popular choice for basements and garages for the past decades and the trend continues in 2019 too. There is a great variety of materials you can choose from – rigid plastic tiles, wood composite tiles, flexible rubber and plastic tiles, and more. Each type has its advantages that make it an ideal choice for basements and garages. With the additional great variety of colours and patterns, you will be able to accent the space and make it aesthetically pleasing.