Having gone through a ’soft refurbishment’ (by soft refurbishment I mean everything apart from the kitchen and bathroom was replaced – I never want to see a skimmed wall EVER again!) I understand what it goes into all the house decisions and what worked for us as a family. Whilst I was frustrated with just how may choices had to be made at the time – I’d have given anything to click my fingers and it all be done – but I’m so glad that I took the time to really understand how we live and what would work well for us long term.
When it comes to picking the right flooring for your family home it can seem a minefield with so many differing options. I will admit that pre-Boo I was all about soft deep pile carpet in a complementary colour that differed in each room. However, motherhood happened and it soon became apparent that what I wanted when it came to interiors was vastly different. Laminate flooring was the obvious choice; it’s durability and practicality without breaking the bank make it perfect to be laid throughout the home.
A big tip for laminate flooring is to treat it like carpet, in the sense of choosing to have it fitted. whilst it can be a DIY project it’s way less stressful (take it from me) to pay to have it fitted. A professional can also suggest which way to lay, whether to but up to or fit under the skirting boards… decisions decisions decisions!
I really enjoy the versatility of Laminate – the only limit is your imagination, no more choosing from three artificial wood shades from when we were younger, the offering is so much better nowadays. I went for a timeless cherry wood look that is modern enough for our tastes without being dated.
Another big win for laminate flooring is just how practical it is. We’re a spilt drink a day kind of house and I can’t imagine just how many stains there would be dotted around the house if we had carpets.
Laminate flooring also serves as a perfect base for introducing textures into your home; the addition of rugs and runners gives depth to a room and allow for you to ‘switch up’ looks easily and without great expense.
What type of flooring do you have? Are you a fan of carpet or swear by Laminate? Has parenthood influenced your decision? Let me know in the comments below…
Disclosure: This is a collaborative post.
