Ideas for hardwood flooring
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Wood flooring ideas have formed a beautiful foundation in homes across the world for centuries. The timeless elegance and charm of working with natural materials in interior design remains ever popular, with timber offering a durable and long-lasting design for flooring ideas.
Now more than ever, wood flooring ideas have come to the fore, with modern technologies enabling a plethora of patterns, textures and designs that weren't readily available before. From luxury vinyl wood flooring to engineered wood floor designs that can be used with underfloor heating, there are options to integrate into homes of all styles that elegantly combine the past and the present.
Wood kitchen flooring is one of the most popular options for the home, with designers looking for a combination of durability and beauty for this busy, hardworking space. Heritage styles such as herringbone, basket weave and parquet have also seen a huge revival in popularity, adding inviting, rustic texture and appealing intricate patterns to hallways and living rooms alike.
Wood flooring ideas – 15 colors and styles for every room in your home
You can achieve many different looks with wood flooring, with an array contrasting colors, tones and finishes available. From the palest pine or Douglas Fir to darker tones of oak or walnut, and honey hues in between, there are plenty of ways to work wood flooring ideas into your decorating scheme.
'With ever popular wood and wood effect flooring, the focus is on hand-crafted and hand-worked finishes - with scraped, sawn and treated grain effects in extra wide and mixed length planks adding depth and individuality to a space. Mindfulness and wellbeing remain a key topic in the home, and creating restful spaces to retreat to from our busy lives is more important than ever,' says Sarah Escott, Amtico Design Manager.
Wood flooring will always be a hugely versatile option for the use in interior design. Smart enough for a grand entrance yet with the durability to withstand splashes and spills in the kitchen or dining area, when laid throughout the home, it can create an inviting, seamless flow.
Wood flooring can also provide a subtle, neutral base that can be beautifully layered and decorated with rugs to create a cozy, textured environment in a bedroom or living room.
We have gathered our favorite wood flooring ideas to provide you with some long-lasting inspiration for your home.
1. Use hard-wearing solid wood
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Whether you have original, solid wood flooring in one part of your home and want to continue this design in other areas, or are looking to establish a mid-century modern look with wooden flooring in a new property, solid wood flooring can create an organic and authentic appeal.
Strong and durable, solid wood is not the cheapest flooring option, however, investing in a solid wood design can establish a timeless permanence to your flooring and enrich the space with character, texture and warmth.
Solid wood flooring is not just reserved for older, period properties, there is now an extensive range of solid wood flooring designs that can effortlessly integrate into homes of all ages and styles.
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Light wood flooring can create a calming, relaxed atmosphere in the home, as well as enhancing the feeling of light and space in a room.
Colin Roby-Welford, Creative Director at Fired Earth states, ‘pale wood finishes are ideal for a pared-back Scandinavian feel, while rich, dark finishes have a more rustic appeal’.
Ideal for rooms that do not get much natural light, or for large, open-plan spaces to create an enriched sense of space, light wood flooring establishes a truly elegant, contemporary effect.
In this bathroom, the light wood flooring works with the other luxurious, natural textures and colors in the room to create a serene, inviting space. The light wood perfectly complements the marble and metallic accessories, as well as elevating the feeling of light in the room when paired with the white painted walls.
From oak, to ash and maple, there are a variety of options to choose from for your wood flooring ideas, as well as many light wood vinyl and laminate designs.
3. Lay a unique parquet pattern
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Using a unique parquet design for your wood flooring ideas can create a beautiful design, rich with intricate details and eye-catching patterns.
The natural beauty of wood is elevated further when using a parquet pattern, creating a stand out floor design that will add luxurious character to a room.
In this luxury bedroom and on the flooring beyond, the wooden floorboards have been laid in a stunning Bordeaux parquet pattern. A French inspired design, defined by intertwining, complex geometric patterns and contrasting shapes, the result creates a truly stunning effect, adding a beautiful element of grandeur to a space – perfect for establishing a Parisian feel.
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An extremely popular option for entryway floor ideas, engineered wood flooring combines the beauty of solid wood with the practicality of modern technology and design.
Engineered wooden planks are crafted from multiple layers.
The top is a beautiful, decorative piece of solid wood, whereas the base is crafted from multiple layers of plywood. This combination creates a durable, hardwearing design that, once installed, achieves the same beautiful effect as solid wood but with hidden strength and durability beneath.
Engineered wood’s popularity mainly lies in its flexibility, it can be laid on almost any surface and withstand changes in temperature and humidity – ideal for use throughout the home and for areas with underfloor heating.
5. Create drama with dark wood
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Adding depth and warmth to a room, dark wood flooring can work wonderfully in both period and modern properties. Creating a beautiful, traditional effect rich with color and character, dark wood flooring can add a stylish element of drama to a room.
In this beautiful barn, with reclaimed dark wood flooring by The Main Company , the white walls and dark wood flooring unite to form an elegant contrast.
The overall minimalist, relaxed design lets the bedroom flooring take center stage, with other wooden features, such as the uniquely crafted wooden headboard, enhancing the beauty and feeling of natural texture in the space. Retaining the character of the original barn but with an elegant modern twist, the design creates a characterful mix of the old and the new.
6. Get creative with paint
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If you want to change the existing wooden flooring in your home without the cost and effort of replacing the floor, or add an element of color and contemporary style to a period property, painting your floorboards is an inexpensive way to dramatically change the look of a space.
'Creating statement floor designs in the home is becoming increasingly popular, with many traditional wooden floor designs being painted to inject color and personality into a room. From simple color block designs, to creating unique patterns and tile effects with paint, wooden flooring provides a creative canvas for your paint ideas,' says Homes & Gardens' Editorial Director Sarah Spiteri.
In this cozy, country cottage room, painted in colors by Morris & Co , the wooden flooring has been painted white to match the wooden paneling on the ceiling. The cohesive, calming design creates a relaxing bedroom retreat that combines traditional features with modern colors.
Whether you create a Scandi-inspired space with white painted floorboards, or go bold with darker shades, painting your wooden flooring can keep things fresh and exciting.
7. Go for a rustic finish
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You may be asking yourself if wood flooring is suitable for the kitchen? The answer is a resounding yes! Designed with prestigious projects in mind, the Hand Grade collection from Havwoods consists of rich tones and beautiful rustic finishes. In addition, the triple layered engineered planks are up to four meters long and almost half a meter wide with top and base layers of European oak and a birch ply core.
Choose from a smooth sanded surface or textured finish to bring a natural touch to your kitchen.
‘Kitchen flooring with character is becoming extremely popular,’ says Yolande Meyer, Havwoods. ‘It allows one to feel more in line with nature by being able to see the knots and the grains of the wood.’
8. Add warmth with honey tones
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The latest engineered flooring to join Woodpecker’s Berkeley collection is Cathedral oak. Meticulously hand-scraped, the timber boards have subtle undulating ridges and grooves that capture a charming aged appearance and come with a 100-year guarantee.
At the same time, the wood’s natural honey, caramel and cocoa hues have been honed to offer a warm foundation to a room scheme, ‘this is a rustic board with a subtle oiled finish, allowing the knots and natural features to shine through,’ says Darwyn Ker, Managing Director, Woodpecker Flooring .
If your boards are looking a little tired, you can always refinish hardwood floors to return them to their original beauty.
9. Fake it with a lookalike
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If a real wood floor is out of your budget or not possible in your home, there are some great alternatives around for your wood flooring ideas.
One of those is luxury vinyl flooring (LVT), which is designed to replicate timber and can be laid in planks or tiles, with click lock or glue down techniques.
The Antique heart pine from Karndean comes as a loose lay longboard which has acoustic qualities, so it’s great for upper floors, loft conversions or those who live in flats. It’s also possible to replace individual planks if the need arises.
10. Introduce handsome herringbone
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Admired in country homes for centuries, herringbone flooring is still a desirable choice for wood flooring ideas thanks to its enduring appeal.
‘A herringbone layout adds a subtle sense of texture and decorative detail to a floor,’ says Colin Roby-Welford, Creative Director at Fired Earth. ’Our Woodland Herringbone engineered tongue and groove planks simply slot together, making installation straightforward.
Made with FSC oak, the boards are brushed before a protective, low-maintenance matt lacquer is applied.
The multi-layered construction gives strength and stability to help prevent warping in damp conditions or when used over underfloor heating.
‘Variation in color and texture is part of the natural appeal of wood. Dry-lay your flooring first to ensure a balanced spread of color and graining before fixing it in place,' advises Colin.
11. Think about size and scale
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Crafted from reclaimed pine planks discovered in a disused warehouse at Garston Dock, in the UK city of Liverpool, these boards are popular due to their size, as much as their character.
Wider and longer than most salvaged boards, they have been transformed into engineered flooring and finished with a naked skin lacquer to accentuate the natural beauty of the grain, and would work beautifully in large-scale projects such as barn conversions. ‘Reclaimed flooring provides a genuine connection to nature and adds a historical feeling to interiors,’ says Robert Walsh, Founder, Ted Todd .
12. Raise the tone
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This oak aged parquet has tumbled edges and a soft worn look, giving it the appearance and characteristics of an antique floor. In addition, it’s finished with an ebony oil that enhances the timber’s natural features and provides the drama of a dark floor without being overpowering.
'Extremely forgiving even in high-traffic areas of the home due to its high durability, the real wood parquet floor sets the tone for the whole space, perfectly blending old with new for a timeless finish,' says Peter Keane, Director, The Natural Wood Floor Company .
13. Try an alternative
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Real wood flooring isn’t always a viable option for some, yet the style can still be achieved with good quality luxury vinyl tiles (LVT).
Extremely durable and waterproof, LVT can be a good option for either kitchen or bathroom flooring, where splashes and spills are more likely to happen.
It's also great for living spaces as it's less prone to scuffing or scratching than timber.
The same trends in timber flooring are also present and in demand, such as this beautiful basket weave. ‘Flooring patterns can completely change the look of a room,’ says Lorna Williams, Head of Product Design at Amtico . ‘Timeless patterns such as parquet, basket weave and French weave are popular with people wanting to create a classic and sumptuous look in their homes.’
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If contemporary country style is more your thing, consider extra long boards, like these oak planks from Dinesen for your wood flooring ideas.
Sourced from large European oak trees, the boards are up to five meters long and 50cm wide, so there are less joins than is often seen with traditional sizes. This gives a cleaner, calmer, more modern appearance and a seamless look when connecting living spaces in open concept or broken plan living room schemes.
15. Mix past and present with reclaimed boards
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There's no need to shy away from wood flooring in the bedroom. This salvaged oak from The Reclaimed Flooring Company has been sourced from historic buildings across France, Central and Eastern Europe. Laying it in this classic chevron style gives subtle movement and a sense of grandeur to the simple room scheme.
It's also easy to see the beautiful flecks and characterful knots running through this light-colored timber, which is suitable for underfloor heating.
What is the most popular wood floor?
Oak is a popular choice as it has been used historically in homes and buildings for centuries. It's a durable hardwood that ages well and continues to look beautiful throughout its life. In addition much of it is sourced in FSC-certified forests.
'Boards with plenty of character are becoming extremely popular,' says Yolande Meyer, Havwoods. 'While prime grading was the favorite for some time, we are seeing more customers opting for planks with character grading, which will have more knots and traditional wooden characteristics such as visual cracks and sapwood, so offer a more "natural" look.
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What is the most affordable wood floor?
Wood floors are an expensive option and a long term investment. Some manufacturers offer warranties of up to 100 years, so you can expect a good-quality wood floor to last a lifetime.
If you're looking for an affordable alternative consider luxury vinyl flooring (LVT) as this can be less expensive than real wood.
At the budget end you can pick up softwood solid Spruce boards, however, these are unlikely to be compatible with underfloor heating and will need to be sealed.
What are on-trend wood floors?
'Herringbone has become extremely popular over the last year and will continue, especially in kitchens, bedrooms, and other spaces in the home,' says Yolande Meyer, Havwoods. 'Whether the pattern is used as an accent floor or an entire area, it's a great way to get creative but still maintain a calm and relaxing atmosphere.'
Neutral room ideas are also seeing a surge in popularity, with a real focus on natural materials, textures and colors used throughout the home.
Wooden flooring provides the perfect foundation for your neutral room ideas, no mater the color, style or finish, you can create a beautiful neutral scheme shaped around your wood flooring ideas.
Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space. Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.
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2022 Wood Flooring Trends: 21 Trendy Flooring Ideas
Article, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring Trends, Indoor, Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
By Ari Ziskin
| Fact Checked By: Michael Ranta
Published: December 1, 2021 | Updated: January 21, 2022
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Wood flooring is a classic choice, and even with the influx of wood-look flooring options, there will always be a market for solid hardwood and engineered wood flooring.
Now, when I say “classic” I do not mean boring. The latest wood flooring trends in 2022 are anything but boring.
As technology improves, wood competitors like laminate flooring, vinyl flooring, and tile are upping their game. Wood manufacturers have to keep things interesting, trendy, and up-to-date if they want to stay in the game.
In the past, wood has set the trend and other flooring manufacturers followed suit. However, these other floors are pushing the envelope and, in response, so is wood flooring. Let’s take a look at what wood flooring trends are happening in 2022.
2022 Trending Wood Flooring Types
You have so many options these days when it comes to wood flooring. Traditional wood flooring trends are out, and some new characters have joined the party.
You’ll notice a push for staying local and using recycled materials.
Homeowners are starting to note the kinds of materials they’re using and choosing their flooring accordingly.
Engineered Wood
Engineered hardwood flooring is the closest thing you can get to natural, solid hardwood. You know, other than actual solid hardwood. It has a thin hardwood veneer layer on top of man-made materials like plywood or fiberboard.
Engineered hardwood has a medium-density fiberboard (MDF) or high-density fiberboard (HDF) core which stabilizes and supports the plank. Even better, the layers of engineered wood planks include a premium attached underlayment making it extremely durable and perfect for all areas of the house.
Because it is technically real wood, engineered wood is extremely durable and offers looks in just about every trending wood look. With no extra finishing or refinishing required, engineered wood is out-of-the-box ready and, often, super easy to install yourself.
Will the engineered wood flooring trend last in 2022 and beyond?
Just how laminate and other solid hardwood alternatives continue to thrive, engineered wood flooring is no different! Expect to see engineered wood in homes for decades to come.
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Reclaimed Wood
Unique, durable, and green, with each plank telling a story, it’s no wonder reclaimed wood has taken off so quickly.
Reclaimed wood simply means taking old building materials and re-using them. Essentially, recycling. Reclaimed wood kills two birds with one stone, giving you something original that’s also environmentally responsible.
Often, reclaimed wood comes from decking, timbers, and barns. It has a naturally distressed look. Although, now that it has become so popular, you will find reclaimed wood from unique sources like wine barrels and more.
Will the reclaimed wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
As reclaimed wood gains popularity, it becomes increasingly rare and difficult to find, only making it that much more popular.
This will be a trend that sticks around for a decade or so until something different comes along.
American Grown/American Made Wood Flooring
The desire for homegrown and American manufactured products extends beyond traditional items to flooring and home decor.
Some homeowners will pay top dollar for that title.
Essentially, purchasing American grown wood floors is equivalent to shopping locally, which is huge right now. This means all of the material used in your flooring is locally sourced and manufactured, right here in the USA. From the wood all the way down to the machines manufacturing each plank, your flooring will be as patriotic as you are.
As far as I can tell, American made floors are just getting started, and not leaving as long as the floors stay relevant with the other wood flooring trends.
Will the American-made and grown wood flooring trend last in 2022 and beyond?
I predict the demand for American-Made wood flooring will be steady going into the future as people focus on buying more things locally.
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2022 Wood Flooring Species Trends
Whether you notice or not, there are many different species of wood out there. In flooring, some of these species, in particular, are trending BIG in 2022.
White Oak Wood Flooring
In 2022, everyone is looking for beauty on a budget, which is where white oak wood flooring comes in.
White oak flooring is extremely attainable and stylish. It has personality and a cleaner grain than your typical hardwood, creating beautiful variation and a contemporary aesthetic.
Despite having the word “white” in the title, this species of wood has a versatile color palette, as it is actually darker than maple or red oak. So you can have the warmth of medium-toned wood flooring and the style of the white oak wood species.
Will the white oak wood trend last 2022 and beyond?
White oak seems to be a timeless wood species that has been around for a long time. Therefore, I do not see this species of wood going out of style any time soon.
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European White Oak Flooring
No, you’re not seeing double! While similar to white oak flooring, European white oak is making a splash in 2022 wood species trends.
The main differences between white oak and European white oak are the color undertones and the grain. European white oak has cooler color undertones such as gray, whereas white oak has a yellowish undertone. While the grain of each species is very clean, European oak’s grain is tighter than white oak. These differences create more modern wood flooring with European white oak.
Will the European white oak wood trend last 2022 and beyond?
European white oak will certainly be around for the next 15-20 years as the modern look is always in style. Beyond that, I think traditional white oak will take the cake in the long run.
2022 Wood Flooring Color Trends
In 2022, we’re moving toward the lighter end of the color spectrum. The lights are getting even more extreme with more white-washed, beachy looks.
But you’ll see some warmer, middle-of-the-road hardwood flooring ideas sneaking in, as well. Homeowners are increasingly using flooring to set the tone or feel of their home.
That means, we need more options! Therefore, manufacturers are responding with more beautiful colors than ever before.
Here are the most popular wood floor colors to stay trendy in 2022.
“Oak Hardwood is still the king of kitchen flooring. The number one thing we are seeing is a throwback to lighter colored hardwood. Gone are the days of dark wood floors, now we are seeing lighter brown tones close to fruitwood. Our clients are asking for brown and gray tones over the reddish hues of the 1990s. With the popularity of modern and transitional styles in kitchen cabinets, adding textures to the floor like borders have come back in style with chevron and herringbone patterns being the two most popular.” – Bryan Sebring, Sebring Design
Blonde Wood Floors
As more homeowners embrace the light, airy feel in their homes, you will see a huge resurgence in light wood floor colors. Blonde wood, in particular, can give you that light feel, while still feeling timeless.
With blonde wood, your decorating possibilities are endless. You can go for a chic, contemporary feel, or a rustic, homey vibe all without changing your floors. Typically, lighter wood colors go toward cooler tones, making it perfect to decorate with blues and grays.
Also, blonde wood makes any room feel larger and more open, especially if you use large planks.
For a blonde wood look, you’ll see bamboo, maple, white oak, and ash. While you can use a stain to get darker colors, with a light color it’s best to purchase a wood floor that is already blonde.
Will the blonde wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
If you ask me, the blonde wood look will become the most popular wood floor color before you can even think about switching it up to something new. If you like them, go for it! They’ll be a hit for quite a while.
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Whitewashed Wood Floors
The whitewashed look is more of a west coast trend that is starting to spread across the country.
As that relaxed, California vibe is spreading, so are the floors that come with it and whitewashed wood floor color is at the top of the list.
In addition to the California, easy-going look, whitewashed floors are also excellent for the now-trending farmhouse-style homes, particularly in kitchens. It can also give that “beachy” feel or also an upscale contemporary feel, depending on the rest of your decor.
Now, when I say “whitewashed” I don’t mean a smooth, finished white wood. Whitewashed wood typically shows signs of wear with the darker wood peeking out from underneath.
Whitewash will make your home look brighter, bigger, and more relaxed, especially because lighter wood colors are trending toward cooler tones.
Will the white-washed wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
If this trend lasts, it will be regional, at best. If you’re looking for light wood, I suggest going for a more versatile blonde wood instead.
Honey/Copper-Colored Wood Floors
Just a step darker than trending blonde wood, warm, rich honey wood will be taking 2022 by storm.
Also known as copper-colored, honey wood floors are still light enough to give you many of the benefits of blonde wood, making your room look larger and more open. But, you also get that nice, rich warmth that comes from a slightly darker tone.
You see, medium wood often features warmer, natural tones, giving you the perfect compromise of lighter and darker wood. That’s why more and more people are adding honey wood swatches to their Pinterest boards.
Additionally, you can find honey wood floors in many popular wood species. Honey is a natural tone so it’s easy to find and it will look more realistic.
Both cool and warm tones will be trending across the wood flooring market in 2022 and, if you go the warm route, I would recommend a honey wood or wood look. Honey wood is not just a trend; it’s a color classic.
Will the honey wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
I think this warm, cozy tone is going to be around for the long haul. While other trends may steal the spotlight from time to time, I believe that honey wood is going to remain classic and relevant for decades to come.
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Gray Wood Floors
Gray flooring, particularly gray wood, has grown exponentially over the last decade and has quickly become the most popular trend, not just for flooring, but for homes in general.
In addition to looking chic and trendy, gray floors set the tone of a cool, contemporary home. They give you a neutral backdrop for decorating in virtually any color. Aquas, greens, bright bold colors or even black and white – they will all go with your sleek gray flooring.
Will the gray wood floor trend last in 2022 and beyond?
I say, if you like it, go for it – it’s not going anywhere soon! Gray will probably stay in style at least until it’s time for you to purchase new floors anyway.
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Greige Wood Floors
In 2022, greige (gray + beige) is the new gray in terms of wood flooring color trends. This trend of brown, beige, and a touch of gray has taken off in the past year.
Greige has the minimalist feel of gray with the depth of beige. The greige wood floor color goes well with almost any other color in your home decor, complementing modern white looks or country browns and contrasting more bold colors of the home.
Greige floors work well for any room of the house. The unique color adds a fresh look to bedrooms and gives living rooms and entryways a feeling of luxury.
One thing is for sure, greige wood floors are a good choice if you’re looking for the best flooring for resale.
Will the greige wood floor trend last in 2022 and beyond?
Absolutely! Greige wood flooring is a hot new trend that I see taking off even more in the next decade as people look to simplify their lives and homes. It’s just that right blend of neutrality that people are looking for.
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2022 Wood Flooring Texture Trends
As I mentioned above, high variation is in! Not just for colors but textures, as well. In 2022, you’ll see more and more floors where no two planks look the same, particularly with the handscraped wood flooring texture.
Handscraped Wood Floors
One of the more unique flooring textures is the handscraped look. This technique is used to make the floors look weathered while still looking stylish. With scrapes and knots, your floor will look like it has been in your home for a long time.
Essentially, the wood grain is more exposed, giving your floors a rustic look that still looks expensive and one-of-a-kind.
Because handscraped floors look truly finished, they are trendy not just with younger homeowners but with more established homeowners, as well. The handscraped wood floor trend is almost guaranteed to amp up your home value.
Will the handscraped wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
This unique, individual, handcrafted look will stand the test of time. It looks expensive, and people love expensive.
**Note: Be careful purchasing handscraped wood floors. Many companies will call their floors hand scraped, but they really use a machine to make each plank look similar and more uniform.
It is less expensive for them, but it does not offer the same effect.
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Wirebrushed Wood Floors
Similar to handscraped wood floors, homeowners are loving the weathered look of wirebrushed wood flooring textures. Wirebrushed wood floors provide more texture than your typical smooth hardwood floors. This trendy look adds character to your floor while still offering a finished look.
Wirebrushed floors are somewhat of a middle road between handscraped and distressed floors, as wirebrushed textures are more subdued and streamlined but still rustic and unique. While the wirebrushed floors are cool, if the trend towards imperfections and character continues, distressed and handscraped wood will likely have more to offer in both variety and character.
Will the wirebrushed wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
I believe there will always be a market for this type of flooring. However, it will likely only be a hot and trendy choice for the next 5-7 years.
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Distressed Wood Floors
Distressed wood gives your flooring character, which creates a spectacle in every room it’s installed.
The entire idea behind distressed wood is that it looks like comes with a backstory. This makes your home cozier, and homey. Plus, the wood looks different than any other flooring.
Most of the time the distressing is done by machines in a factory. However, if you find real aged lumbar that has gone through distress and finish it for your home, that will look just as amazing.
Will the distressed wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
I do believe distressed wood flooring will continue to be popular, particularly with younger generations. However, I don’t anticipate it will spread quite in the same way as handscraped and wirebrushed wood.
If you’re looking at long-term resale value, I would choose handscraped wood.
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2022 Wood Floor Finishing Trends
In 2022, you’ll continue to see flatter finishes.
Shine is out as homeowners trend towards flat finishes, including the usual suspects and new(ish) oiled finishes.
Fumed or Smoked-Finished Wood Floors
Now hitting the 2022 wood flooring scene, fumed wood! Fumed a.k.a “smoked” wood is wood that has been exposed to ammonia gas. The ammonia’s reaction with the natural tannins in the wood causes a darker finish, usually with a gray undertone.
This method of finish is particularly popular with white oak flooring as the ammonia brings out the color in the wood’s grain. Plus, fumed wood evenly colors each plank, providing a sleek, modern flooring.
A fumed or smoke finish will give your floors a vintage chic look. It’s simple and classic with its rich, yet subdued color.
Will the fumed-finished wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
I predict the fume or smoke-finished wood trend will stick around for years to come. Based on its evenly coated application, classic appearance, and gray undertones, you can’t go wrong with this trendy finish.
Satin-Finished Wood Floors
A perfect compromise in between glossy and matte, a satin finish still gives you a little shine, however, it’s muted enough to hide dirt and imperfections rather than highlight them the way gloss does.
Satin finishes are typically 40% lustrous, which means on a shiny floor scale of 1-10, they get about a 4. For the last few years, satin finishes have been the most popular among homeowners.
A satin finish will still make your floors shine; it’s just not super shiny. It’s mellow, subdued.
Will the satin-finished wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
The great thing about this middle-of-the-road option is you can be almost certain that this finish will never go out of style. I believe trends will go more and more towards matte finishes as the years go on, but eventually, that trend will change and we will be moving back towards glossier looks.
This means satin finishes will stay current through all of that, making them the safest choice for the longest life of your floor.
Matte-Finished Wood Floors
Although satin has been the most popular finish for the last few years, I predict matte will steal that title sometime over the next 5-7 years.
There is a misconception that matte floors look dull or flat. I don’t think that’s the case at all.
Matte floors make your house look contemporary and eye-catching. Of course, a poor-quality floor can look very dull with a matte finish, but a high-quality wood floor will look gorgeous.
Will the matte-finished wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
At first, I didn’t think matte floors would last longer than the next decade. However, matte is still trending up and I think this trend could last the lifetime of your floor.
Site-Finished Wood Floors
When you want the ultimate control over your style, site-finished wood floors are the way to go. With this method, raw hardwood is initially installed, then sanded and refinished after the fact.
Maybe this sounds a little backward to you, but self-finished wood gives you a more consistent and professional look than pre-finished wood.
Factory-finished planks are treated individually, which can lead to color differences along the edge, giving your floor a slightly streaky look.
When you site finish your floor, you get to choose the exact look that you want. Even better, you can see how treatments will look in your own space, with your own lighting. This is a great method for getting the most accurate finish possible.
Will the site-finished wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
Yes! As more and more people are opting for unique, individualized looks, it only makes sense that site-finished wood will become more popular. It takes a lot of work to finish your floor, however, so this DIY renaissance might not last forever. Still, it’s good to know that you have that option!
Oiled Wood Floors
While traditional polyurethane finishes layer on top of the wood, oil finishes penetrate the wood, seeping in and coating every layer of the wood. This makes your wood stronger and continues to improve its strength and durability over time.
Using an oil finish gives the wood that flatter, matte finish that is trendy these days. It looks organic and natural – just what homeowners are looking for in 2022!
To refinish a typical wood floor you have to first sand, then refinish. It’s a bit of a process. However, with oiled wood, to refinish, you just add more oil. Simple as that.
The drawback to an oil finish is it can exacerbate some of the challenges of wood flooring, making it more susceptible to water damage and scratches. While refinishing is easier than traditional finishes, you may find yourself refinishing more often and spending more time maintaining your floor.
Will the oiled wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
It’s still pretty new, but as matte finish increases in popularity, I believed oil finishes will, as well.
2022 Wood Floor Layout and Pattern Trends
It’s no surprise that patterned floors are still a huge hit. Whether you’re looking for complex, busy patterns or more simplistic layouts, you’ll see sleek, upscale wood flooring pattern trends 2022.
Herringbone Wood Floors
First, let me clear up a little misconception. Chevron and herringbone are very similar, but each has its distinction.
While chevron floors require the wood planks to be angled and come together to a point, Herringbone achieves a similar look by connecting two planks at a 90-degree angle. This pattern can give your floor a focal point, and make the room feel larger, as the Herringbone angles are more narrow.
Longer herringbone patterns are going to be super hot over the next year, especially among young homeowners. Whether it’s in a small area, like a hallway, or a common area like the kitchen, herringbone makes your floor look custom, and unique, at a fraction of the cost.
Will the herringbone wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
This trend isn’t likely to last forever, but it sure looks pretty while it’s here. The beauty of herringbone-patterned flooring is that you don’t need the pattern across your entire floor.
If it seems too busy, you can create a focal point in a small area such as entryways, or in the middle of a large room.
Wide Plank Wood Floors
This is one trend you can expect to see every year in every style for the foreseeable future. Longer, wider planks make your room look larger, more open, more cohesive, and less busy.
While shorter, thinner, planks give more of a traditional hardwood look, they will also start to look outdated for that same reason.
In 2022, I recommend getting on board with the large and extra-large plank trend!
“I always pick “trends” that I think will have longevity in the marketplace. Elongated tiles or planks have made a splash and are here to stay. Your best best is 6-8” wide and 24’-48” long. This size lends to a comfortable casual presentation.” – Courtney Greger, My Flipping Job
Will the wide plank wood trend last in 2022 and beyond?
Manufacturers are only trending towards even wider and longer planks.
This trend will soon become a classic staple and will likely last the test of time.
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Conclusion
Did we miss anything? Leave it in the comments – we’d love to hear your thoughts!
As you can see, there’s a lot going on in the wood flooring industry right now. There is plenty of different, unique options trending that will likely stick around for years to come, which means your possibilities are endless.
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| Elegant and prestigious parquet floorings are increasingly appearing in our homes, distinguished by their variety of types, their characteristics and cost. Piece parquet rightfully occupies one of the top lines in popularity and quality ratings. Parquet consists of planks 200-450 mm long, 40-70 mm wide, 14-22 mm thick. Piece parquet is produced from precious wood: ash, oak, beech, maple, cherry, walnut, wenge, mahogany, etc. For better bonding during assembly, the planks have spikes and grooves on the side and end faces. The durability of the coating is determined by the distance from the front surface of the bar to the spikes, the so-called. working layer thickness. For parquet with a thickness of 15 mm, the working layer is approximately half, such a coating lasts 50 years. The advantages of piece parquet include environmental friendliness and aesthetics, a variety of laying options - from simple ("deck", "herringbone", "squares") to artistic, uniformity, long service life. Panel parquet is made from wood waste and is less common on the market. On the base (coniferous substrate), parquet planks with a pattern of precious wood are glued with the front side. As a result, square panels are obtained, the dimensions of which along the side are 400-800 mm, the thickness is 20-40 mm (the working layer is 5-15 mm). Such parquet is cheaper than solid wood parquet, but somewhat inferior to the latter in terms of aesthetics, quality and durability. Artistic parquet - the most beautiful type of piece parquet. Its complex mosaic pattern with ornaments uses various types of wood, and installation requires professional and lengthy work. This is the most luxurious and prestigious, but also the most expensive type of parquet. Another type of wood flooring is solid parquet. It is formed from large-format planks of solid non-glued wood of valuable and exotic species. Board dimensions: length 2-2.5 m, width 12-20 cm, thickness 18-22 mm. Side and end faces have spikes and grooves for assembly. Due to the large size of the planks, such parquet is of high quality, aesthetics and durability. The downside of the pluses is the complexity of installation and the high price of a parquet board, which requires a larger amount of solid wood for its manufacture. Glued parquet board is a coating with a multi-layer (usually three-layer) structure. The lower and middle layers are made from coniferous wood, the upper (about 4 mm) - from valuable species. Board dimensions: length 2-2.5 m, width 18-20 cm, thickness 14-22 mm. Experts do not recommend choosing piece art parquet or massive parquet board as flooring for ordinary apartments: it is expensive and impractical. If the base of the floor begins to "walk" (as happens in new buildings), the parquet may crack. The best option here would be a parquet board. As the top layer, choose species common in Russia (oak, ash), or an exotic merbau, the pores of which contain oil that makes the wood more elastic. Composite parquet - one of the new types of flooring. A few care tips. To maintain the desired humidity in the room (50% + -10%) will help special devices - humidifiers. At low humidity, the parquet will dry out and decrease in size, at high humidity, it will become wet and expand. Care products should be applied at least once every six months. Wash the parquet with a special agent with a neutral pH, a well-wrung damp cloth. (4.8) 2182 ratings |
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The disadvantages are sensitivity to changes in humidity, temperature, mechanical stress; increased requirements for installation and maintenance. When choosing piece parquet, it is also worth stopping at "local" wood, which behaves better in Russian climatic conditions. 
Among the advantages, as with other types of piece parquet, are environmental friendliness and aesthetics, durability; to the minuses - low resistance to changes in humidity, difficulty in care. 
Side and end faces have spikes and grooves for assembly. Due to the accuracy of manufacturing, a rigid connection between the boards and the absence of steps on the front side are achieved. Glued board is more resistant to changes in humidity and temperature (the top layer of precious wood is small), while being cheaper than piece parquet and less demanding to care for. The disadvantage of a thin top layer is the impossibility of frequent scraping and less durability. 
Wooden tiles, 90% wood, are mixed with resin at high temperature and pressure and coated on both sides with a light varnish. The coating is highly durable and moisture resistant (like ceramic tiles), while being warm and rough to the touch (like wood). Somewhat losing to other types of parquet in terms of environmental friendliness and aesthetics, composite parquet wins in resistance to changes in humidity and temperature, and ease of maintenance. 
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An article from the Most Popular section. First published in 2015, updated in 2019
On the eve of repairs, the old parquet in the apartment always causes difficult feelings - especially if it is in good condition. Let it be rubbed and dirty in places - but it doesn’t creak, it’s not rotten, it’s not chipped, and most importantly, it’s still natural! We do not live at the time to throw away such good things!
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Even if you are tired of this parquet, give it one more chance. By the way, this is not a reason to abandon fresh decorating solutions. Indeed, if desired, the appearance of the parquet can be changed almost beyond recognition.
Sand and revarnish
It's not for nothing that everyone clings to it: classic parquet is known to be easy to renovate - it's maintainable and can last a hundred years, while a new floor costs a fortune. Sometimes even a complex restoration of an old parquet with replacement of planks and a bulkhead can be justified. Not to mention the correction of external flaws.
For those who are faced with the redecoration of parquet for the first time - a small educational program. To make the parquet almost like new, you just need to clean off the old varnish and the darkened layer. Previously, this process was called scraping (because it was done with the help of scrapers), now parquets are polished (because they work with grinders). On average, parquet can survive 3-4 such procedures in its life. If the limit has not yet been exhausted - go ahead!
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In addition to sanding (cleaning the parquet from the old varnish), you can ask the master to repair small gaps between the dies.
They do it with glue mixed with sawdust, or with modern silicone compounds - both options are equally good.
Deluxe parquet
If no special changes are planned, the old parquet will simply be varnished after sanding - at least three times. Glossy or matte - whatever you like. You can do without varnish and apply oil to the surface.
Fact: Sanders are available for rent, but you shouldn't give in to the temptation to restore the parquet yourself. Without practice, it is unlikely that it will be possible to polish the parquet well: you will be smart and make mistakes. In order not to cut off excess wood, not to leave holes and stripes, you need to work quickly and evenly, and the machine is very heavy ... In a word, if you want to update the old parquet, it is better to contact a professional with a grinder.
Be prepared that during operation everything around will be covered with a layer of tiny sawdust (even if they promise that the unit will be with a special dust bag).
Therefore, things that remain in the room must certainly be closed - with a construction film, for example.
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Rub… with colored grout
In this project, the OVO studio designers used a finished parquet board from the Austrian company Admonter (Chameleon collection) — oiled oak with colored grout. Grout applied at the factory.
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Idea: Mastics for repairing wooden surfaces (sold in every hardware supermarket) usually match the color of a certain type of wood - walnut, spruce, oak. At a minimum, you can grout the seams of a dark tinted wood with a light-colored compound, or vice versa.
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“Change” the type of wood
It happens like this: everyone around you shouts with one voice that throwing away such luxurious parquet is a crime, but you don’t like it.
For example, the yellowness and retro taste are simply annoying (morally outdated, I want something new, and that's it).
There is a way out: after sanding, the parquet can be tinted to a different shade. There was an ordinary oak - it became mocha.
Important: It is impossible to paint the parquet without sanding - the paint simply will not lie on the old varnish.
Vitaliy/DePaul
There are special compounds for tinting, and the choice of options is great: you can repaint the usual ash in merbau, zebrano, and bleached oak... Of course, there should still be varnish on top.
You can go the simpler way and tint the lacquer to the desired tone - this service is also offered in many stores. True, this color will be erased faster.
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Paint in a radical color
If you don't want wood tones, let it be any other "non-wood" color.
In general, painted wood is an incredibly fashionable trend of recent years. And although nothing prevents you from painting the old parquet in green or terracotta, for floors, decorators most often choose white, black or gray.
Yuliya Piskareva/YOLO bureau
White or gray flooring is an excellent solution for those who like Provence, country, shabby chic and Scandinavian interiors.
Black flooring is absolutely universal. In addition, this is a very effective way to make the interior brighter and more contrasting.
Paint
If you have artistic abilities and enthusiasm, feel free to step on the path of limitless creativity. The floor can be made striped, rhombic, put on an interesting ornament with a stencil, draw a map on it, and anything else.
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Be prepared: connoisseurs of classic parquet, who persuaded you to keep it at all costs, will still be dissatisfied.
Probably, at the sight of the painted parquet, they will be perplexed even more than if you threw out the parquet altogether.
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In the photo: if the parquet blocks are large, fragmentary staining will help to radically change the image. But the idea of tinting in an unusual color and fragmentary coloring of the plates in an even more non-standard shade can be borrowed
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Draw a carpet
The owners of this apartment in Maloyaroslavets (pictured) do not like blackout curtains or carpets. They hardly agreed with the kilim in the hall, but in the bedroom they asked “without dust collectors”. And then the designer Alisa Azarova painted a carpet right on the floor - effectively and there is no need to turn on the vacuum cleaner.
By the way: You can paint not only the parquet inside the house, but also the plank on the terrace. In the photo: a houseboat in Sausalito (USA).
