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How to Choose Flooring

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Every aspect of a home plays an important role in your comfort. You want your home to reflect your personal style, as well as meet the needs of your daily routine. Choosing the right flooring is a huge part of that.

So, how does one choose the right flooring? Should floors be lighter or darker than the walls? Should every room have the same flooring? How often do you want to clean it? Read about the different types of flooring and find the answers to these questions below.

Once you know how to choose flooring for your home, Footprints Floors is here to provide professional installation. Contact Footprints Floors today for a free estimate!

Types of Home Flooring

There are many different kinds of flooring to reflect every kind of style. Choosing flooring for your home - or even a particular room - depends on a number of lifestyle and environmental factors. Here is a brief overview of five different kinds of flooring:

Solid Hardwood


Hardwood is a classic for a reason. Adding hardwood flooring to your home can add to your home value, potentially increasing the resale price. It’s hypoallergenic and easy to clean. If you want to change the color at any point, hardwood can be sanded and refinished - something Footprints Floors can take care of for you.

Hardwood floors come in a variety of colors and finishes for every style, and offer different levels of durability depending on where they’re located in the home (and whether or not you have, say, toddlers or pets running around). Hardwood floors can be glued directly to concrete and have some insulation properties that may help lower energy bills over time.

Laminate


This material is budget-friendly, easy to clean, stain and scratch-resistant, and super durable. It can be installed over most existing floors if you want to change up the look of your home without having to rip out old flooring. This material is a great option for sunny rooms because it resists fading from UV light.

Engineered Hardwood


If you live in a place with high humidity or greatly varying temperatures throughout the year but love the look of solid hardwood, consider engineered hardwood instead. Engineered hardwood expands and contracts less than solid hardwood, meaning it can even be used in a basement and with radiant heat. It’s available in a variety of colors and finishes, and it costs less than traditional solid hardwood.

Ceramic, Porcelain and Stone Tile


Tile is waterproof so it's the favorite for use in kitchens, bathrooms and basements. Tile is low maintenance and can increase your home’s value. From the material to the look, tile provides tons of options for style, color and textures - even tile that looks like wood if you like the look of hardwood but want something different. It can even be installed outdoors on a patio, or in direct sunlight, and it’s easy to repair.

Luxury Vinyl Plank or Tile


Vinyl is making a comeback. It comes in a variety of colors, patterns and textures; it’s durable, attractive and affordable. Vinyl is a great option for homes with lots of pets or kids because of its durability, and it’s also a quieter option than ceramic or hardwood floors (no click-click-click of heels or dog toenails). Vinyl can be installed over most floors, so if you want a change you don’t need to remove existing flooring. All vinyl is water-resistant and some of it is even waterproof, making it a great option for bathrooms and kitchens. It’s easy to clean and stain resistant.

If you’re someone who loves to cook big meals, vinyl is more shock-absorbent than other flooring, making it good for standing for long periods (or accidentally dropping dishes. It happens).

The Right Flooring For You


When you’re wondering what flooring to choose, there’s always the big question: Should you use the same flooring throughout your home? The answer? You can if you want to. However, some rooms require different flooring based on moisture content. For example, even if you love the look of hardwood, it’s probably not the best choice for your bathroom.

You should keep the look of your flooring consistent in one continuous space, but feel free to change it up at naturally existing barriers like walls or doors. If you feel strongly about having the same look throughout your home with your floors, picking something like laminate or vinyl that works in every room is a great option.

As for colors, darker floors next to lighter walls can help make a room feel more spacious. However, if you have low ceilings, a floor that is lighter than the walls can create an illusion of height. In the end, it’s up to your personal preference, and what you think will look best with already existing decor.

Now that you know more about different kinds of flooring, it's also time to consider your lifestyle. How often do you need to (or want to) clean? Do you have young children or pets that make messes?

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If you are searching for floor installers in Cincinnati, you have come to the right place. Footprints Floors Cincinnati has some of the highest ratings, thanks to our quality craftsmanship and incredible customer service.

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What Our Customers Say

Great job on time the installers worked hard and were friendly.
Tim Burgoyne 05/31/24 — google
Excellent work, completed in one day!
Michael Hall 04/19/24 — google
Excellent work! We are thrilled with our new hardwood floor. Mike and his crew were so professional, clean and did an amazing job! Highly recommend!
Megan Deeley 04/17/24 — google
I had an excellent experience with this company. Mike provided clear explanations of my options and guided me through the floor refinishing process with expertise. The crew that handled the job was exceptionally professional and went above and beyond in cleaning up the site afterward. I would absolutely recommend this company, and I plan to enlist their services again for the remaining floors in my house.
Matt A 04/13/24 — google
Mike and his team were awesome - easy to work with and did a beautiful job. After discussing the project with a few potential partners, Footsteps instilled a high-level of confidence at the right price point and I wasn't disappointed.
Heidi Lofton 03/27/24 — google
From start to finish Mike and his team were wonderful to work with. Mike is very knowledgeable about hardwood floors which made the whole process stress-free. They were punctual every day, and the project was done on time. You can’t tell a difference between the old and new wood, and the finish is beautiful. We love our new floors and would highly recommend this company!
Suzanne Carr 03/18/24 — google
Mike and his crew did an amazing job laying down vinyl flooring in our garage loft. Mike was extremely helpful in helping us select the correct product for the space and ensuring the area was properly prepped for optimal install and durability. The best you can ask for when hiring a professional is punctuality, respect of your property, reasonable pricing and high quality work. This was our experience with Footprints Floors and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone!
kevin wimmer 02/28/24 — google
After contacting Footprints Floors, Mike responded quickly with a very fair quote for screening and recoating our hardwood floor. They were able to complete the project within a few days of our initial call and we couldn't be happier with the finished results! I won't hesitate to use Footprints Floors in the future and highly recommend them if you are looking for someone to recoat or refinish your hardwood.
Merri Purdy 02/12/24 — google
Mike and his team were great to work with and the final product exceeded our expectations. They refinished the floors in my wife’s salon the week between Christmas and New Year’s. We had a very specific timeline that had to be met and they pulled it off with no problems. The communication with Mike was excellent and the workmanship was an A plus. I would highly recommend Footprints Cincinnati!
John Mitchell 01/19/24 — google
Had hardwood floors resurfaced and then added in new flooring to replace existing carpet. Mike and his team did a fantastic job. We did this before moving in and they communicated daily with pics and did everything they said they would. Highly recommend their service
Tom Lucas 12/5/23 — google
Excellent experience, highly recommend. Mike was friendly, helpful, and answered any questions I had. The crew was also very friendly and did an excellent job. They removed carpet that was on existing hardwood floors in a hundred year old house and refinished them. The floors look amazing!
Melanie Atkinson 11/27/23 — google
Excellent job refinishing an entry hall and laying a new floor in the living room. In completing the living room floor, Footprints needed to match an existing wooden floor. I can’t tell where the existing floor ends and the new floor begins, they did such a good job. They were timely, the job was completed when they promised. They deserve a 5 star rating
Susan Nerska 11/18/23 — google
We had a small project we needed professional help with. A landing and two steps on our back door. The result turned out beautifully, very happy with the quality and service. Mike was great to work with. Would recommend.
Brooke Neace 10/11/23 — google
Footprints Floors replaced the old, worn carpet on our stairs with beautiful hardwood quickly and efficiently, with a beautiful final product. From start to finish, they were communicative and provided an accurate timeline and budget. I would highly recommend this company.
L M 09/18/23 — google
Appreciated the detailed information shared by Mike before installation. Also of merit is his punctuality before ,during and after installation and final inspection . The crew did a beautiful job making intricate cuts in small detailed area. They were hard working,respectful and did a great job cleaning up the items removed. This is one company that takes pride in making sure the customer is fully satisfied and I made the right decision. The floor looks great and I am thrilled with how it turned out. Of you want a no hassle,stress free experience this team delivers. Thanks for my beautiful floors gentlemen!
Ken Morrow 09/8/23 — google
Footprints Flooring did a fabulous refinishing job on our wood floors. I can't wait to entertain and show them off.
Holly Farmer 06/20/23 — google
Mike and his team are true professionals! The work they did is magnificent and the care they took to protect my furniture, walls, etc. was much appreciated! They kept us informed of status of the floors along the way, and started and completed as promised. I would have given them 10 stars if that was an option!!
Terri Wallace 03/31/23 — google
Mike and his crew did an incredible job from start to finish. The project started a year ago when they came and quoted a job for me. I did not get it done then but was able to make it work a year later. He was able to be flexible on pricing and was honest, helpful and always on-time. I look forward to using Footprint again in the future.
Gabriel Saba 03/21/23 — google
The repairs to my bathroom floor were excellent! I am so impressed with the professionalism and care that was displayed in the work!
James W. 05/21/24 — Thumbtack

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