New floors are an investment in your home, which is why it is important you know all the facts before buying. This guide may help you know what floors will best complement your home. Many factors determine what flooring you buy, such as lifestyle, budget, interior design, maintenance, and allergies.

Lifestyle

If you have kids or pets, you’ll want to make sure you pick out durable flooring for your home. The kind of lifestyle you have will partly determine what type of flooring you decide to install. 

Many parents appreciate carpeting for bedrooms and living rooms because they provide a soft surface for children to play on but are available in colors and patterns that easily disguise stains. Many of today’s carpets are also given a stain resistant treatment so liquid stains sit on the surface instead of immediately seeping into the carpet.

The best flooring for dogs should be durable and stain resistant. If you are a pet owner, we recommend installing floors like vinyl that are resistant to pet stains and scratches caused by pets.

Budget

Some home flooring options are more expensive than others. For example, while hardwood flooring is a classic addition to any home, it is also more expensive. Thankfully, there are less expensive options that mimic the natural aesthetic of wood floors like luxury vinyl flooring and laminate flooring.

Interior Design

What does the rest of your home look like? Some flooring options (like carpeting) come in a wide range of colors, styles, and patterns to fit the interior design of your home. If you want to achieve a specific look, we recommend taking a picture of the room you want to do a makeover before picking out carpet. It’s much easier to pick out flooring that’ll complement your walls and furniture when you have a photo on your phone to reference.

Maintenance

How much maintenance are you willing to invest in your new floors? For example, carpeting has to be vacuumed at least once a week to remove allergens and keep it in good shape. Laminate floors, on the other hand, need to be swept or dusted regularly.

Allergies

If you or a family member has allergies, you may want to avoid carpeting. Carpet fibers can trap allergens like dust, dirt, pollen, and dog hair to make allergies worse. Instead, we suggest installing floors with smooth surfaces that can be easily cleaned like hardwood, vinyl, or laminate. Allergens have a much harder time sticking to smooth surfaces, as opposed to carpet fibers.

For more information, contact us at Distinctive Carpet and Tile. Our staff is here to make sure you know all your options and pick the right flooring for your needs and your budget.  Call us today!  -Article Credit: Zeeland

Marble, one of the most popular choices for countertops, is now being incorporated in other aspects of the home from décor to flooring. Highly realistic marble visual floors are now available in vinyl plank and vinyl sheet formats which require little maintenance while still delivering luxury and elegance. Keep reading to learn more about the marble visuals we offer and see how some of our customers styled their homes with them.

Baltic Stone

Offered in both an 18” x 18” and 12” x 24” vinyl plank tile formats, Baltic Stone’s dark dramatic color and contrasting soft white veining is a unique combination that captures the look of Nordic Styling and provides a bold impact when paired against today’s trendy raw, natural wood accents.

Miramar

Miramar, a luxury vinyl sheet pattern, features a distinctive diamond shape geometric design with subtle veining and soft color variation. This one-of-a-kind visual is available in three colors and features a 36” x 48” repeat guaranteed to bring variety, elegance and pattern to any interior space.

Legacy

Legacy is a vinyl plank marble look with dramatic blue-grey veining that captures the timeless beauty of Tuscan Carrara marble in a modern way because it’s offered in 12″ x 24″ rectangle tiles.

Legacy is the perfect addition to this rustic, yet modern, master bath. It complements the brick tiling of the tub while creating a nice contrast to the wood vanity and mirrors.  

This clean and light bathroom is brightened up even more with our Legacy flooring.   

The multiple textures and patterns found in this bathroom, including our Legacy flooring, add interest and contrast while remaining timeless and classic.  

Carrara

Carrara, a vinyl sheet pattern available in two colors, features a 12” marble hexagon that gains interest through its dramatic contrast of colorful veining and subtle shading and moves away from the traditional square tile format.

Ashley Elaine performed a total transformation in her kitchen thanks to our Carrara flooring in Pearl. She says, “I wanted something modern, elegant, inexpensive, and unique! This [floor] hit all the marks! It seriously looks like tile, and the quality is absolutely AMAZING. I’m just obsessed with the marble, honeycomb pattern!”   

Our Carraraluxury vinyl sheet flooring is not only the perfect style complement for Caitlin’s gorgeous mudroom, but offers the needed performance as well since it’s waterproof, easy to clean and kid and pet friendly.    

Oceana

Oceana is a geometric mosaic that resembles the highest quality, polished white Cararra marble. This ornate vinyl sheet pattern is available in three colors and combines trendy shapes with thin, irregular grout lines, creating a dynamic, dimensional pattern.

Lindsay had this to say about her choice of Oceana floors in Sand Dollar: “I chose [it] for the bathroom because I loved so many of the options they had. When I picked out the flooring for the kitchen, I saw this and knew it would be perfect for the bathroom.”

When we spoke to Coua of Cozy Family Home, she chose a vinyl sheet pattern for her laundry and powder rooms because “Smaller rooms and printed flooring are the perfect match”. We agree!   

Since Oceana is offered in light and neutral tones, it provides the perfect backdrop for a fun colored rug like the one pictured here.  

Penny Lane

A throwback from the 1920’s, Penny Lane is a classic, small-scale hexagon pattern that combines soft-honed marble with colorful insets and is available in two colors.

We’re getting major mudroom inspiration from this space that features shiplap, a bright color palette and, of course, our Penny Lane luxury vinyl sheet flooring.   

Coming Soon: Legacy Hexagon & Baltic Hexagon

Our new ADURA®APEX patterns, Legacy Hexagon and Baltic Hexagon, won the Surfaces 2020 Best of Style & Design award and will be available in Summer 2020! With our cutting edge technology and requiring no spacers, these stunning marble visuals made right here in the USA will elevate the vinyl plank category.

Between the spills, splashes, and constant foot traffic, kitchens need floors that are strong enough to endure it all. That’s why you should install vinyl plank. There are several benefits to vinyl plank: waterproof, scratch-resistant and easy to clean are just a few. Not only that, but it comes in a variety of styles, colors, and formats, making it easy for homeowners to incorporate it into their home seamlessly. Read on to see how 10 Mannington customers incorporated our vinyl plank into their kitchens. 

Sarah installed ADURA®Max vinyl plank in her kitchen and not only did it complement her décor but her lifestyle as well. She says: “If you have kids, dogs, live in the country, and are all around just tough on floors then yes I would absolutely recommend it. This specific color also hides dirt and all the stuff if you are against sweeping on the daily like me!”

ADURA®MaxAPEX vinyl plank in Aspen complements these white marble countertops and white cabinetry perfectly. Not only does it look great, but it’s also easy to install as well. 

When we spoke with Jennifer Toth, she had this to say about her vinyl plank flooring choice: “We chose this flooring primarily due to having two 100lb Chocolate Labradoodles! When we researched the different products that we could use for flooring, we found that this Mannington product stood up better than any other on the market. Not only for the high traffic but also spills, etc. It is so easy to maintain and looks beautiful in every room of our home.”

Photo Credit: @lilredranch. Flooring Details: ADURA®Max | Aspen, Color: Alpine

ADURA®Flex vinyl plank in Dockside is a great choice for a modern, farmhouse kitchen, adding just the right amount of color and contrast to a mostly white kitchen.

The coloring of our ADURA®MaxAPEX vinyl plank in Napa Barrel flooring creates a gorgeous color palette with the white cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances and light fixtures and blue stools. 

Photo Credit: @mouldingmillwork. Flooring Details: ADURA®MaxAPEX | Napa, Color: Barrel

When we spoke to Cameron, he let us know his flooring choice requirements: “It had to be durable enough to stand up to ski boots and our two dogs and impervious to melting snow and general messes.” Months later, and after a lot of heavy foot traffic, Cameron says his Mannington floors are holding up beautifully. “We’re happy with our choice. Ease of installation, durability, general look, and feel – these floors are fabulous, and we get compliments on them regularly.”

Can you believe that this is an Airstream? Our ADURA®Rigid vinyl plank flooring in Heritage was not only the best choice for this airstream because it’s stable in wide temperature changes, but it was also the perfect complement for this bohemian styled space. The length of the planks also helps the small space appear longer. 

Photo Credit: @mavistheairstream. Flooring Details: ADURA®Rigid | Heritage, Color: Buckskin

For this farmhouse kitchen, you can’t go wrong with ADURA®Max vinyl plank in Aspen. This European oak plank has exceptional color and detail and highlights natural cracks, unique knots and fine graining found in real wood – making it the perfect fit for this style.

Photo Credit: @farmhousegray. Flooring Details: ADURA®Max | Aspen, Color: Alpine

This kitchen needed a serious renovation and Kowalske Kitchen & Bath was up for the challenge! Taking it from old and outdated to new and modern, we think our ADURA®MaxAPEX vinyl plank in Charthouse was the perfect addition.

Photo Credit: Kowalske Kitchen & Bath. Flooring Details: ADURA®MaxAPEX | Chart House, Color: Deck

Our ADURA®Max vinyl plank in Dockside is a stunning addition to this kitchen and provides the perfect amount of texture and color. 

Photo Credit: @itsemilymoss. Flooring Details: ADURA®Max | Dockside, Color: Sand

Do you want to install vinyl plank floors in your kitchen? Find ADURA®MaxAPEX, ADURA®Max, ADURA®Rigid and ADURA®Flex vinyl plank floors by visiting a local Mannington retailer today or learn more about which member of the ADURA® vinyl plank family is right for you!

Say hello to our latest addition to the Latitude Collection, Park City. Featuring six light, airy, and sophisticated colors, this stunning hardwood features a premium sliced face white oak and comes in 7 1/2″ wide planks with extra-long lengths up to 7 feet. Read on to learn more about Park City and its inspiration.

Inspiration

Close your eyes and imagine a beautiful, snowy mountainscape. That’s what we were envisioning when designing this crisp floor. We were inspired by seasonal getaways to the mountains in Utah known for wintertime sports like skiing and snowboarding. Park City floors embrace the beauty of nature with the perfect amount of natural graining and knots.

Décor Styles

Homes styled in Bohemian and Nordic/Scandinavian styles were made for Park City. Bohemian-styled homes are a great match for Park City as the floors will nicely complement the rest of the house’s worldly décor. Watch the video below to see how well Park City pairs with these home interior styles.

Color Palette Recommendations

With six flooring color options to choose from, each one pairs well with other neutrals and warm tones like camel and dusty rose and cool tones like navy blue and green. This color palette is simple and clean, while still allowing you to add in pops of color.

Styling Tips

When styling a Bohemian home, use décor that is rich in color, texture, patterns and different shapes, all will bring out the natural beauty of the floor. Try pops of neutrals, camel, green and dusty rose as your color palette and use greenery and flowers throughout the space to embrace the flooring’s natural elements. For texture in furniture and décor, think rattan, wood and macramé. To incorporate patterns, which is a must in a Bohemian styled home, use Persian, Turkish or geometric rugs and throws. Remember, a Bohemian home embraces travel and global adventure so your pieces should be colorful, exciting and interesting. Check out our trend board below for inspiration!

Park City floors are sure to turn your home into the peaceful getaway that everyone deserves. Find Park City or other Hand-Crafted flooring by visiting a local Mannington retailer today.

If you’ve been living in your home for a while, it’s probably time for a renovation. According to Kowalske Kitchen & Bath, outdated décor and a lack of storage are two of the most common reasons why homeowners decide to renovate. They would know! Kowalske Kitchen & Bath has been in the design and construction business for more than three decades and are known for their stunning home transformations.

We talked to Christina Kolb, a designer at Kowalske, to get expert tips on how to start a home remodeling project. From hiring the right people to honing in on your vision, you’ll learn what it takes to ensure you are creating the home of your dreams with these six steps:

1. Create an Inspiration Board 

You can’t start any project without a little inspiration. There are plenty of places to look for ideas—magazines, Houzz, Pinterest, your travels, and even your neighbor’s house. Save pictures of everything you like, from layouts to cabinetry, counters, lighting, and colors. The more information and ideas you have saved, the easier it is to communicate your style and likes to your designer.

2. Make a List of Your Needs 

Think about the main reason you are deciding to renovate your home. Is it because your kitchen was designed in the 70s and needs a makeover? Or maybe the layout no longer works with your growing family. Make a list of what you want the renovation to include. This means everything from storage to counter space, functionality, flow, style, and how you use the area.

3. Determine a Realistic Budget 

Before beginning your project, you need to determine a realistic budget. Don’t forget to include costs for design fees, materials (drywall, insulation, cabinets, counters, flooring, backsplash, fixtures, paint, trim, etc.), labor (electrician, plumber, HVAC, etc.), and other costs like permits, dumpsters, and contingencies, etc. If you don’t go into the project with an attainable price range, things can quickly escalate and put you in a rough position down the line. 

To see what the average cost for common remodels are based on where you live, check out the 2020 Cost Versus Value Report. It can help you decide how much to invest in your project.

4. Research Remodeling Companies 

You research what you want your house to look like, but more importantly, you should research remodeling companies. If not, you could end up unsatisfied with the project. Ask friends for referrals, check Houzz, read Google reviews, look at your local NARI directory, and look at websites of local companies and view before/after photos of their work. Before hiring anyone, make sure you get a few different estimates. It’s essential to shop around and pick someone that you trust.

5. Hire a Qualified Company

Don’t base your decision on what company to hire on price alone. You should also consider the quality of work, how many employees they have to do the job, reviews, the timeline for work completed, communication plan, whether the contractor provides a detailed calendar, etc. Hiring a reputable design-build company for the project is one way to make sure everyone is on the same page from start to finish.

6. Plan for Construction

Make a plan for when the house is under construction. Pack up the room being remodeled and any adjacent rooms that might get dusty. You also need to determine what you’ll do with the loss of that room. For example, if you’re remodeling your kitchen, set up a temporary kitchen. Depending on how big the project is, you may want to move out if possible. And, you should always keep your pets and kids safe and out of the way.

Remodeling your home is not something you want to tackle on your own, so choosing the right partner is critical. Follow these tips, and you’ll be well on your way to making your new home vision become a reality!

About Kowalske Kitchen & Bath
Kowalske Kitchen & Bath is a family-owned and operated design-build remodeling company with a showroom in Delafield, Wisconsin. The company started in the 1980s as a carpet and tile business in Milwaukee. Over the years, the business evolved and expanded into remodeling bathrooms, kitchens, basements, and whole houses. Today, Kowalske is a full-service, award-winning Design-Build-Remodel company that maintains a tradition of superior service, excellent value, and meticulous workmanship.

Visit their website to see more pictures of their work or follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and Houzz and be sure to check out Mannington’s store locator to browse flooring for your new project!

If you are looking to redesign your home and appreciate the simple things in life, Scandinavian/Nordic design is perfect for you. Its focus is on minimalism and comfort and while it invites natural light and modern elements, there is no room for clutter. Learn more about what Scandinavian/Nordic design is and how you can accomplish this style in your home.

What is Scandinavian/Nordic Design?

Scandinavian/Nordic design derives from the Nordic countries – Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland. It became popular in the 1950s when Europe and America were experiencing a modernist movement, and functionalism was at the forefront of Scandinavian/Nordic interior design. Clean lines, light color palettes, and practical furniture embody the style.

What Colors to Use in Scandinavian/Nordic Design

Neutrals and light colors are the main focus of Scandinavian/Nordic design. Whites, grays, browns, and blacks set the tone since cleanliness and simplicity are two of the key features of this style. Brown tones can be incorporated through wood visuals like accessories, shelving, furniture and flooring.

Types of Flooring in Scandinavian/Nordic Design

There is not a fully-carpeted room in sight when it comes to Scandinavian/Nordic design. Bare, wood floors in light colors are the way to go. If you want to soften the space, layer a couple of area rugs.

Mannington’s ADURA® Parisian Oak vinyl plank floors make the perfect statement in Scandinavian/Nordic styled homes. This white oak visual places emphasis on clean lines and simplicity while capturing the essence and unmatched beauty found in nature.

If you want to incorporate dark tones, consider Baltic Stone, an ADURA® vinyl plank soapstone visual with contrasting soft white veining which provides a bold impact when paired against wood accents and a neutral color pallete.

Hand-crafted hardwood is another flooring option prevalent in Nordic designs. Mannington’s Park City and Normandy Oak hardwood flooring options are great choices because of their natural and airy appearance.

For those who prefer laminate flooring with an authentic wood appearance, check out our Restoration Collection® Anthology. These floors create a warm, eclectic feel and work in a variety of rooms.

How to Accessorize Scandinavian/Nordic Design

• Warm, cozy accessories are the epitome of Scandinavian/Nordic design. With many people wanting to embrace the Hygge lifestyle, fur, wool, and sheepskin throw blankets and area rugs are a must-have.

• Other elements of décor should remain simple with clean lines. Think geometric patterns on throw pillows or in artwork, metallic finishes on hardware, and modern light fixtures.  

• To allow natural light to shine through, consider sheer window treatments or none at all. Also, include elements of nature throughout the space, whether that be a vase of fresh flowers or an oversized plant.

• Don’t overdo it on decorations and accessories. Clutter-free spaces and bare walls are also staples in Scandinavian/Nordic design.

Style of Furniture in Scandinavian/Nordic Design

When you think of Scandinavian/Nordic design, furniture is probably the first thing that comes to mind. Nordic designers favor simple, sturdy silhouettes and clean lines. The goal is for furniture to be functional, beautiful, and made from natural materials like wood; this includes everything from the couches to the tables and shelving units. Smooth, rounded edges are another feature of Nordic furniture.

When designing a Scandinavian/Nordic home, remember to keep it simple. Find flooring that fits within the style by visiting a local Mannington retailer today.

This year at Surfaces we took you behind the scenes to show you our new 2020 product intros, trends, and more. If you missed any, be sure to check out all of our videos below! 

Welcome to Surfaces 2020

Flooring Styles Of 2020 and Key Take Away Trends

Full Mannington Booth Tour at Surfaces 2020

Mannington’s ADURA®APEX 2020 Intros

Mannington’s ADURA® Selling Solution 2020 Intros

Mannington’s Hardwood and Restoration Collection® 2020 Intros

Mannington’s Vinyl Sheet 2020 Intros

Installation Demo: SimpleStairs™

Installation Demo: How to Grout ADURA®Flex

Your friends and family will be green with envy when you incorporate Lush, our 2020 color of the year into your home. Inspired by fashion and current home trends, Lush fits into the sage color family. It has a crisp, clean feel, yet it can be used as a warm neutral when combined with light colors like off-white and beige. Get design tips, inspiration and discover how you can use Mannington’s color of the year below.

Home Décor Styles

Lush will work with a variety of home décor styles but we think Contemporary, Modern and Coastal are best suited for this green-gray hue.

Flooring

If you’re looking for new flooring, Mannington has a floor for every trend, color and style. With an adaptable color like Lush, the possibilities are endless. Flooring in nearly any shade, like grey, taupe or brown and style, like tile, hardwood or shiplap, would complement Lush perfectly. We selected our favorite floors below that are perfect matches for Lush.

Color Palettes

When paired with neutrals, like off-white and taupe, Lush really pops—especially in a Coastal style home as seen in our trend board below. If you’re looking to add a sense of drama to a room, try a monochromatic color scheme with various shades of green or pair Lush with black tones. If you prefer a wider color palette range, you can add muted blues and salmons to rooms that feature Lush. These colors play off each other without being loud or distracting.

Design Tips

Since Lush already has a natural look and feel, use natural elements when designing and decorating your home. Wood finishes will work everywhere from the floors to your end tables. Additionally, suede, velvet, leather and wool are other fabrics that add texture to your room and complement the masculine color.

When it comes to where, you can use Lush in many places like on your walls, furniture, art, pillows, curtains, plants and more. How much of Lush you want to feature is up to you! You can incorporate a monochromatic color scheme or use it as pops of color. Either way, Lush is sure to bring style and life to your home.

Are you looking to incorporate the color of the year into your home? Visit a local Mannington retailer to browse our flooring selection and find a style that both makes a statement and complements Lush.