Are you thinking about white flooring in your home? When it comes to flooring there are lots of things to consider and the choice of colour is one of them. There are various White Flooring options that your flooring supplier will be able to offer you, and this post is going to look at the pros and cons of each one.
When redecorating or renovating your home, it’s important to think about how everything in each room is going to tie together. From the floors to the walls, you’ll want tones that match up and create your dream space.
Why Choose White Flooring?
There are several reasons you might choose white flooring for your home. First, the bright colour helps to create the illusion of space, even in the smallest of rooms. Secondly, white flooring always looks very modern and chic.
White wood flooring is an excellent choice for a room that might be lacking in natural light – it does a great job of reflecting light and making the room lighter than it actually is.
White Wood Flooring
White wood flooring is a chic and modern choice for your home. While it is a more expensive option, it does last longer than other flooring types and is very hard wearing – perfect if you have children and pets and want something that is easy to clean and maintain.
White wood flooring works well in pretty much any room in the home but it’s worth remembering white wood flooring isn’t usually a start white colour – it is often white with grey or ash undertones.
White Laminate Flooring
White laminate flooring has become a popular choice in recent years. Laminate flooring offers an affordable option to those on a budget, is easy to install and comes in a huge range of colours and styles, including white.
While laminate flooring is generally hard wearing, it isn’t the most waterproof floor choice so should be avoided in the bathroom and kitchen. Laminate flooring works best in living rooms, dining rooms, hallways and bedrooms.
White Tiles
White tiles are a great flooring option for both the Kitchen and Bathroom as well as entry ways, dining rooms and the laundry room. Tiles have the benefit of being both easy to clean and waterproof.
One downside of tiles, however, is they can feel a bit cold. Underfloor heating is one way to deal with this but it can add quite a bit additional cost to your budget. Another option would be add a rug for some warmth.
Sometimes white tiles can feel a little bit clinical, so it’s best to pair them with warmer tones on the walls rather than everything being completely white.
White Carpet
While white carpet looks great and can help add a touch of luxury to a room, it can also pick up stains and be difficult to clean. White carpet is not recommended for high traffic areas like living rooms, dinning rooms and hallways for this reason.
It may also not be the best choice if you have young children or pets.
White carpet works well in low traffic rooms such as a the bedroom or office. If you have chosen white carpets you’ll need to keep on top of cleaning them and be extra careful to avoid spills.
For something a bit less stark you could choose a white carpet with a geometric pattern or a softer tone such as Ivory or Cream.
Carpet in any colour is not typically recommended for bathrooms.
Instead of a white carpet, you may wish to add a white rug instead. This can add a touch of luxury to a room but the rug can also easily be removed for deep cleaning.
Other White Floor Options
There are also a few other options such as:
Vinyl: Vinyl flooring comes in a wide range of colours and patterns, including white. It’s very a budget friendly option, is waterproof and easy to maintain. Modern Vinyl flooring also stands the test of time by being strong and durable.
Cork Flooring: Cork flooring is great choice for those concerned about the environment as it is usually sustainably sourced. It comes in many colours, including white and has a soft feel underfoot. Tiles can be purchased already varnished making them an easy choice to install in your home.
Rubber Flooring: Rubber flooring is a good choice for bathrooms, kids rooms and playrooms as it’s non-slip, waterproof and hard wearing.
Pros of White Flooring
- Chic and Modern looking
- Adds light in rooms where natural light is lacking
- Helps to create the illusion of space
- White goes with most decor
Cons of White Flooring
- Can feel cold and clinical in some rooms
- Shows up dirt and dust so may require additional cleaning
- White carpet can be notoriously difficult to clean
- Stains show up more easily
