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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 Jacksonville, you have come to the right place. Footprints Floors Northeast Florida has some of the highest ratings, thanks to our quality craftsmanship and incredible customer service.

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What Our Customers Say

As someone who likes to keep their feet firmly on the ground I'm pretty particular about what's underneath them, and let me tell you I'm thrilled to say Footprints really delivered with my absolutely gorgeous new floors. Josh and his team were the best: affordable, punctual, and responsive; but most of all the quality of work was just outstanding. If you're thinking about your floors do yourself a favor and run,-don't walk, to hire them now. You'll thank me. Promise
Meghan Timcke 06/10/24 — google
Very happy with the results of our bathroom re-tiling! Josh was very flexible in working with me as I wanted to do some of the work myself. His company was able to work within my budget and timeline, which were most important to me!
Kyra Frey 05/23/24 — google
Footprints is a very professional company and they did a great job. There was a problem with my order of tiles and they very helpful in getting this resolved. With their help this resolve even yielded a 10% credit of cost to my tiles. You can feel comfortable using Footprints as your go to for tile installation.
Chris Mckinney 05/6/24 — google
Very good company. Professional in every way
Robert Gher 04/26/24 — google
Footprints Floors did an excellent job removing and replacing the tile floors in my home. Josh Trent the owner personally came and repaired the water damage on a small section of wood flooring. They are very knowledgeable and professional flooring experts. You will not find a better company for all your flooring needs.
Ronnie Stephens 01/18/24 — google
Josh was punctual and always professional. He offered suggestions to consider and I believe they improved the look of my master bath remodel. Sammy tiled the shower walls/floor and bathroom floor. He was reliable, respectful, worked steadily every day and was an artist with the tile. It looks terrific! The price was very competitive and they were a pleasure to work with. Josh came back to look at the job and wanted to ensure I was 100% satisfied. Highly recommend Footprints Floors!
Pat Kirkland 01/12/24 — google
Josh and his team knocked it out of the park. Thank you Josh & Tony, you guys rock!
Joe Abascal 01/6/24 — google
I know Josh and Footprint floors professionally. Josh is a hands on owner and great takes pride in providing quality service. You won't be disappointed.
Vibhu Sethi 12/1/23 — google
We have a natural bamboo floor that was damaged by flooding. Local people said it had to be replaced by "engineered wood flooring", Footprints reviewed the matter with their national experts team and concluded that if we waited a year to assure the moisture was gone, they could refinish the original floor. The results were fantastic. Even in areas that had previous damage, they made the results better than new. Really! These guys really know their stuff!
Michael Zagrodny 08/17/23 — google
Josh and his team completed a mini reno for me last week, tiling my kitchen backsplash and continuing the tile from the common area into the master bedroom seamlessly. Tony and Jay worked diligently everyday they were here, paying attention to detail, especially when putting up the tile on the backsplash. Tony hand-picked each tile before putting it up and made sure the pattern flowed naturally and Jay masterfully cut tiny slivers to fill the smallest gaps in the most inconspicuous places, where others would sloppily fill the gap with grout and call it a day. The tile transition from the common area to the master looks as if it was always that way. Because this was an afterthought a year after the house was built, the tile did not match up when it reached the master bath. Tony chiseled a channel and installed a brass bar in the transition. Beautiful craftmanship. They accommodated any request I had with a smile and were very conscientious about their daily clean-up. I am most impressed and will have them back for future projects. Thank you, Josh, for all your advice and troubleshooting help! It was a pleasure working with you and look forward to working with you again.
Chere Rogers 08/7/23 — google
Josh T at Footprint Floors was my point of contact at this company and I couldn't be more pleased. His customer service was second to none. Note: After they did a great job installing porcelain tiles on my porch I did a very dumb thing and broke some when installing railing. Josh and his tam came right out and started repairing. Highly recommend Footprint Floors.
Adam Gray 07/28/23 — google
We had our guest bath floors and baseboards replaced, as well as updated the tile shower. Master shower also replaced from the ground up Would definitely recommend! Beautiful work, great communication, very happy with how everything turned out!
Jared W 06/12/23 — google
I recently had the pleasure of working with Footprints Floors in Northeast Florida for a flooring and tile project at my home. From start to finish, their service was outstanding and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for affordable, high-quality flooring solutions. The team at Footprints Floors were incredibly respectful of my budget and worked closely with me to ensure that I was able to get the most value for my money. Their pricing was very competitive and I was pleasantly surprised at how affordable their services were. I appreciated the convenience of the team coming to my home and their responsiveness throughout the project. They were always available to answer any questions I had and were very patient in explaining everything to me. Their knowledge and expertise in flooring and tile were impressive and I felt confident that I was in good hands. The quality of work performed by Footprints Floors was exceptional. They were meticulous in their attention to detail and took great care to ensure that the finished product was exactly what I wanted. My new wood floors and tile replacement look amazing and have completely transformed the look and feel of my home. I am already looking into replacing the laminate in another room with them! Overall, I cannot recommend Footprints Floors enough. If you are looking for a reliable, affordable, and high-quality flooring solution, look no further than Footprints Floors in Northeast Florida. Thank you, Footprints Floors, for your excellent service!
Lin Neu 04/12/23 — google
Josh with Footprints of Northeast Florida in not only reliable, but very transparent and upfront. Great small local business owner doing some absolutely killer work. Don't hesitate to ask for examples as he has done several refinishes and tile jobs locally here in Jacksonville. Next time you're in the market to have some work done on your floors, don't hesitate to reach out to Josh and Footprints for some stellar work.
James Denfield 04/12/23 — google
I cannot speak highly enough about the incredible service and quality of work provided by this flooring company. From start to finish, they were an absolute pleasure to work with, making the process of getting new flooring in my home a stress-free and enjoyable experience. Their customer service was truly outstanding - they were always available to answer any questions I had and went above and beyond to make sure I was completely satisfied with the end result. The attention to detail and care they put into their work was truly impressive, and it shows in the final product. And the best part? The pricing was incredibly affordable, which made the decision to work with them a no-brainer. I couldn't believe the level of value they provided for the cost, and it's made a significant impact on my life. I feel like I have a brand new home thanks to their incredible work. If you're in need of flooring services, I highly recommend this company. They truly exceeded all of my expectations and I am so grateful for their incredible work!
Gary Garcia 04/12/23 — google
Josh and his crew did a fantastic job refinishing my Brazilian Cherry wood floor in my living area. He was able to accommodate a short timeframe to get the job done in time for an event at my home. I would highly recommend them. Very professional and friendly, highest quality job at a fair price.
Dan Kutzer 03/31/23 — facebook

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