Open concept floor plans have become increasingly popular over the years; they serve as a sleek way to easily gather family together for entertaining, dining and relaxing. Choosing flooring for the open floor plan depends on functionality, the style of the home and the budget. When choosing flooring you will want to create a look that makes the rooms seamlessly transition into each other.

Durability

Since an open floor plan is going to receive plenty of traffic throughout from your family, pets and visitors, you will want to choose flooring that is durable. A common choice for chic durable flooring is natural stone tiles like granite (ex: Black Absolute), marble (ex: Mystery White), limestone (ex: Marbella) or travertine (ex: Travertino Navona).

Natural stone tiles exude warmth and elegance and can be incredibly versatile. You can find them in a variety of colors, giving you lots of options that will suit your home decor style and furniture perfectly.

When choosing durable flooring remember to think about the future in regards to color and design. It is wise to discuss your final vision of what you want your home to look like with a professional. Describing the feel you are wishing to have in your home, will help the flooring specialist guide you towards choices that will reflect your desire.

Simple Color

One of the benefits of an open floor plan is the wide spacious feeling it exudes. To keep your home feeling extra roomy and avoid the individual spaces looking too separate, choose one material and simple flooring color for the main areas (kitchen, dining room and living room). Since your flooring choice will be durable, it’ll likely outlast your furniture and decor pieces. Therefore, you’ll want to choose a color that is capable of blending and complementing a variety of different color and style choices. You will want to focus on choosing neutral colors such as beige, white, grey and brown.

Getting the perfect flooring sets the foundation for a gorgeous home and adds great value to the space. Choosing the right flooring is a big decision, so make sure to consult with a professional to assure you’re going with the material that’s best for your needs and for your preferred design style.