ORLANDO LATELY - NOVEMBER

A re you looking for the best flooring options to use in your Florida home? We got you covered! Below we have a full list of the best flooring options to choose from for your Florida homes.

Ceramic and Porcelain Tile

Tiles are water resistant and easy to clean, which are great qualities for Florida’s humid climate. Plus, tiles always feel cold to the touch. These are great options because there is a wide variety of colors and designs to choose from. Tiles are typically used in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms. However, in Florida, it is typical for tiles to be throughout the whole house. Tiles are also an allergy- friendly design choice. Not to mention, they are scratch resistant as well.

Engineered Hardwood

Now you may be wondering, what is engineered hardwood flooring? This flooring is very similar to hardwood flooring. However, it is made to be stronger and with the ability to withstand moisture better than regular hardwood. Each plank of this particular flooring has multiple layers of recycled wood that are glued together that make up the underside. The topside of this flooring is usually made with more durable wood and sealed to repel moisture. Engineered hardwood can be sanded and laid upon a cement slab.

Written by Lauren Scheffler

Wood Look Flooring

Wood look flooring is a very popular design choice right now. There are so many different options to choose from like vinyl, laminate, and even tile flooring. All of these options look like natural wood without the cost. Plus, wood look flooring uses durable materials that suit Florida’s climate. Above is an image of wood look tiles. Many are deterred from this style choice because of the grout lines, but you can have next to no grout lines and change the color of the grout to make the tiles look seamless and like natural hardwood. These wood look options are easier to clean than hardwood. Not to mention, most can take on water and moisture better than any form of natural wood flooring. Plus, wood look tile flooring can be used throughout the whole house.

Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl flooring is a great choice for your Florida home. This flooring comes in many different forms such as tiles, planks, and sheets. Not to mention, this type of floor is moisture resistant. It is designed to look like just about anything that is currently on the market for floorings like wood, marble, and even stone at a low cost. Plus, this flooring option is very easy to install. So, you can get that expensive look for a fraction of the price!

Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is a low-cost option that is typically in living rooms, hallways, and bedrooms. Even though this flooring option is low cost,

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