how to pick flooring for large open floor plan 1st floor

3 years ago

Our modern style home 1st floor is large open "hallway" that starts open in foyer and circles around to all rooms including kitchen, study. laundry room, owner's suite, step down to library- dining room and down to family room. Currently there is octagonal tile from the 80s. we are beginning plans for remodeling and floors are first on the list. We love wood but don't think its appropriate. How do we begin to look for flooring?

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3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

That tile is super fabulous. Its totally worth keeping rather than dropping 40K right off the bat on new floors. 40K with zero return. Because those floors are way cooler than almost anything you’d replace them with. Think California Modern. White walls with wood and terracotta, and other natural tectures. Simple and classic. Think an Italian villa with hundreds of years old stucco walls and floors, but with glossy shiny modern Italian kitchen cabinets and Ettore Sotsass Memphis furniture.

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apple_pie_order
3 years ago
Begin with your budget. Then decide if you want a very hard surface like the tile or something softer underfoot.
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kandrewspa
3 years ago
Why isn't wood appropriate? What part of the country are you in? If you're in the SE or SW tile floors are common. Are you just tired of it?
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cynwithpet
Original Author
3 years ago
We have dogs and I worry about the wear from them
turtlexings24
3 years ago
Firstly, I'd consider having those gorgeous floors restored. You could have them looking brand new and have a grout that blends in instead of contrasts. I'd investigate options of retaining them before entertaining plans to replace (way more costly and Verbo is right, it's unlikely anything will come close to how nice they are without spending major $$$$).

For what it's worth, terracotta is really trending right now (if you can eve say a classic can be "trending"). I'm looking at installing it in our bathroom.
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Zoe
3 years ago
Your floor is gorgeous, unique, and classic! My immediate thought was that they could more easily be refinished… but I’m all about working with what you’ve got. We have a glorified track home, so nothing classic, and any updates have to basically be replacing builder grade crap. That being said, if I had your floors i would take note that one person offered- to update the grout/refinish. Ooh, possibly a matte finish? Good luck with whatever you decide!! Love it!
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Sam Finke
last year
last modified: last year
While your thread may be a year old, the importance of choosing the right flooring for your large open floor plan remains timeless. I understand your concern about wood flooring, but considering its timeless appeal and durability, it can still be a viable option.

Another consideration could be vinyl flooring singapore, which offers various designs and is known for its versatility and low maintenance. Even though the thread is a year old, it's never too late to gather ideas and make informed decisions for your remodeling project.

Wishing you all the best in creating a beautiful and functional space that suits your modern style home!