FAQs
Direction of Floor
Laying long planks lengthwise emphasizes the narrowness of the room and quickly leads the eyes right to the other wall. Laying the flooring at a diagonal can make a room really stand out. It leads the eyes from side-to-side, and around the place rather than directly to the walls.
Which way do you lay flooring to make room look bigger? ›
Direction of Floor
Laying long planks lengthwise emphasizes the narrowness of the room and quickly leads the eyes right to the other wall. Laying the flooring at a diagonal can make a room really stand out. It leads the eyes from side-to-side, and around the place rather than directly to the walls.
Do wider plank floors make a room look bigger? ›
Larger planks stretch the eye, giving the appearance of more square footage. On the other hand, it's important to avoid narrow or thin planks, as the many small lines offer a more crowded atmosphere. Whether you're installing hardwood, laminate, or luxury vinyl planks, wider is better.
Does wide plank flooring look good in a small room? ›
Wide plank floors go well in just about any space but they can definitely transform any small room in your home.
Which way should flooring run in a small room? ›
Horizontal = wide
Why not lay the flooring boards horizontally! Boards laid width-wise will make the surface appear wider, avoiding a boxed-in effect at all times. To enhance this even further, make sure not to use dark colours for neither your floor or your walls, as these will make a narrow room look even narrower.
What is the best color flooring to make room look bigger? ›
Choosing lighter coloured flooring to compliment your furniture can expand the perceived size of any room and can open the space right up. Think cream carpets, natural and neutral toned tiles and whitewashed wood flooring.
What kind of flooring makes a room look bigger? ›
Wide plank flooring can make a room look bigger. Since wider flooring takes up more space, there are fewer seams on your floor, making the space feel less crowded and overall bigger. They can also be more affordable because you need fewer of them.
What is the best color flooring for a small room? ›
We often recommend light colors to give the room an airy feel. For example, blonde, light brown, or whitewashed hardwood can make the room seem more open. Tiles and laminate in lighter neutral colors like light gray can also create that airy and bright feeling as they reflect rather than absorb light.
What flooring brightens a room? ›
Light wood flooring has a versatile appearance that fits in well with many decors and styles. A light wood floor can really brighten a space, as well, giving it a fresh new look to the interior design.
Is wide or narrow plank flooring better for small room? ›
Small Room: In a small room, narrow planks can create an elongated linear look which can make a small room look longer and formal. Whereas wide plank floors can make a small room feel cramped as a wide plank tends to have more grain and knots which can interfere with the poised ambiance of the room.
The cost—wide planking is considerably more expensive than standard planking. Availability—despite being a popular choice, wide plank flooring is scarcer and must often be special-ordered. More humidity sensitive. Wide plank flooring can be more susceptible to cupping and crowning due to changes in humidity levels.
How wide is too wide for plank flooring? ›
Small Rooms: A smaller room can still work well with wide plank flooring, but it is important to keep the size of your planks reasonable relative to the size of the room. If your planks are too large, they will make things look out of proportion. We recommend going no larger than 6-8 inches in width for small rooms.
What width is best for vinyl plank flooring? ›
Bigger rooms allow for wider 6- to 8-inch planks since smaller planks will make it appear too busy. Narrower planks may give a more traditional feel and be better suited for smaller spaces.
What is the rule of 3 flooring? ›
A good rule of thumb is to stick with two or, at the most, three types of floors for your whole house. For example, you could choose a type of large tile for high-traffic, high-spill areas like the kitchen, foyer and dining room. Then you could use smaller tile in the bathrooms.
Should flooring be laying lengthwise or Widthwise? ›
However, the most natural-looking direction to lay a wood floor will always be along the length of a room and its all down to the history and natural characteristics of solid wood flooring.
Should you put the same flooring throughout the entire house? ›
It keeps the house looking consistent
If you have a color scheme or style that you love, having the same flooring flow from room to room will allow you to extend that feel throughout your entire home. Using the same flooring material ensures your home will have an elevated and cohesive design.
Is wide plank flooring good? ›
Engineered wide plank floors are more dimensionally stable than solid hardwood floors. Because of this, they won't be as prone to buckle or split in response to humidity fluctuations or changes in temperature. Solid wide plank hardwood floors tend to have a more natural look because they are just plain wood.
Are wider floor boards better? ›
Generally, wide plank floors make a room look bigger – as there are fewer seams in a given area, your floor looks less cluttered and busy. However, going too wide can mean that your space actually looks smaller because your eyes are used to seeing standard-sized floorboards.
