As we head into the new year, there will be new fashions, trends and designs that are important to note – especially if you are planning on building, renovating or replacing tired old floors this year.
While some styles are timeless, others can slip out of fashion just as quickly as they became popular. That is why we have put together this guide for the hottest flooring trends in 2022 so you can make an educated decision for your new flooring project.
Classy Facelifts For Laminate & Vinyl Flooring
For the budget-conscious, laminate and vinyl are the perfect solutions for many reasons. They are affordable, durable and very easy to clean. Plus they are water-resistant, so they’re perfect for the bathroom or kitchen.
It is unlikely laminate will ever go out of style for those reasons, it is a cost-effective all-rounder that delivers style and substance. What does change over time, however, is the aesthetics of the laminate.
In 2022, you can expect more homes to adopt the distressed or aged timber look, without the hassle and upkeep of actual timber. Laminate and tiles can be manufactured in a range of styles and replicating a seasoned timber floor is going to become more popular in 2022.
If you’re looking to maximise a small space, you can also use herringbone or diagonal patterns that will create the illusion of a larger room. Semi-gloss is the latest trend over high gloss as well.
Hexagonal Tiles
Modern homeowners are looking for a departure from the traditional square or rectangle tiles, with hexagon-shaped tiles being very much on-trend now.
These shapes slot together seamlessly like traditional tiles but allow you to explore a range of colours and patterns to create dramatic and unique spaces that are bespoke to your home. Hexagonal tiles are not just popular in the bathroom or kitchen either; they are being used as a classy alternative for dining rooms, living spaces and more.
In relation to the material used, heat-treated porcelain will be the preferred option because of its aesthetics and durability in wet and hot spaces like the kitchen and bathroom.
The Beach House Look
A style that has always been popular in the United States and is becoming more and more on-trend in Australia is the Hamptons style. Based on the aesthetics of the exclusive Long Island region called The Hamptons, this style encapsulates beach living and is rich in whites and natural lighting to create a light and breezy effect.
Even if you don’t live near the beach, this style can be used to create an open and uplifting environment. When it comes to flooring, more people are looking for the bleached timber look. Timber floors are a staple of beach house living and the bleaching makes them the perfect colour to match the Hamptons style.
Alternatively, you can match up two trends and get laminate or vinyl flooring that mimics the look of aged and bleached timber for a more cost-effective solution.
If you need help choosing the best flooring for you, get in touch with our experts today!
