While hardwood was once in a league of its own, there are numerous competing alternatives these days. Floor Coverings International® of supplies many wood-look alternatives to Frisco homes. Below, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite options. Each has their own unique look and benefits. Which one is ideal for your home?
Luxury Vinyl Planks
In terms of visual similarity to hardwood, luxury vinyl planks are your best bet. Luxury vinyl can be manufactured with photorealistic textures and patterns and is able to mimic a variety of hardwoods. The only thing that separates luxury vinyl from hardwood is that it’s softer and warmer. While this breaks the illusion of true hardwood, it gives luxury vinyl the benefit of being more comfortable underfoot.
Wood-Look Linoleum Flooring
Linoleum can mimic the appearance of hardwood to almost the same accuracy as luxury vinyl. The texture, however, tends to be smoother and softer with linoleum. If you’re on a budget, linoleum is a great choice: this flooring is less expensive on average than all other wood-look flooring options.
Wood-Look Porcelain Flooring
Wood-look porcelain is almost like an artist’s take on hardwood. The hyper-realistic image of wood combined with the glossy, flat finish of porcelain creates a unique and intriguing flooring. Porcelain wood-look flooring doesn’t have the exact texture or look of hardwood, but it does bring its own distinct visual appeal. Porcelain also has the benefit of being completely waterproof and very durable. It’s one of the only acceptable “hardwood” flooring options for your bathroom, and works very well in basements, too.
Cork Flooring
Cork is made from the bark of oak trees and is not classified as a hardwood. Cork is soft, comfortable, and visually distinct. It’s not going to fool anyone into thinking it’s hardwood, nor does it need to – cork is a fun, visually appealing, and unique flooring option.
Bamboo Flooring
Bamboo is a grass, not a wood, but it has both the look and performance of a durable hardwood. Depending on the species of bamboo being used, it can match the hardness of Maple – one of the more durable hardwoods. Bamboo is a visually appealing, durable, eco-friendly option for your home. The warm, natural color of bamboo creates a welcoming vibe. Bamboo can also be stained for a versatile array of flooring looks. The grain of bamboo tends to be straight and simple, an understated but visually appealing pattern.
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To learn more about our wood-look and hardwood flooring options, give the team at Floor Coverings International® of a call! We’re happy to help you find the perfect flooring for your home. Book a free in-home consultation today! We proudly serve and surrounding areas.
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