25 Flooring Ideas That Will Look Great in Any Room of Your Home

There’s no shortage of flooring ideas for each room of your home, from tiny bathrooms to open kitchens and tight entryways. Hardwood and ceramic and vinyl, oh my—that’s why it’s easy to spiral into design decision fatigue.

Flooring is a big investment and can make an equally as big impact on your home’s design. You’ll want a flooring type that can withstand plenty of foot traffic, occasional spills, and muddy-pawed four-legged friends too—and look good while doing it.  

That’s where we come in. Whether you’re renovating a kitchen, tearing out bathroom tile, or want a cozier feel in your bedroom, there are plenty of different flooring types to choose from. 

Scroll on for 25 flooring ideas that are sure to, well, floor you.

Mosaic Tile

For this bathroom, interior designer Shelby Adamson of Little Black Fox had a specific request from her client: a beautiful statement flooring, but with a modern feel. That's where this waterjet cut marble mosaic, incorporating an eye-catching blue stone, comes in. Mission accomplished.

“I love the directional flow as you walk into the space," Adamson says. "It really evokes that high-end spa feel.”

Herringbone Wood Floor

Herringbone wood floors will look just as elegant a century from now as they did a century ago. The distinctive v-shaped pattern, like this design by Havwoods, will never go out of style.

Use this style of flooring to bring movement to a space; that's especially enticing when it travels from room to room. Warm oak tones are classic, while a cool gray stain feels more modern.

Neutral Carpet

A low-pile neutral-toned carpet feels plush and warm on your feet—just what you want when stepping out of bed each morning. Carpet also dampens sound, which is especially useful if you're tip-toeing around sleeping toddlers, and a soft neutral like beige or light gray goes with a variety of furnishings.

Tip

Carpet requires regular vacuuming and stain removal to keep it looking good as new, but that's a small price to pay for a great look you can count on to stay in style.

Rustic Wood Planks

In this kitchen, Desiree Burns Interiors chose rustic wide plank hardwood, an always enviable flooring option. The medium stain allows the wood's natural beauty to stand out, while contrasting with the ceiling's darker shade, sleek cabinetry, and gold finishes.

Brick Tile

Marie Flanigan Interiors grounded this light, bright kitchen with rustic brick tiles. Placed in a herringbone pattern, the bricks add a Old World appeal, giving off an English countryside charm.

Exaggerated Checkerboard

When it came to this 1923 English Tudor-revival home, all of the original flooring was still intact—except for the kitchen. That's why interior designer Milysan Kikos of ME Design Group opted for a timeless checkerboard flooring.

The flooring also complements other streamlined elements of the kitchen: the white zellige tile, the cabinetry (painted with Benjamin Moore's Creamy White), and unlacquered brass accents and fixtures throughout.

Square Marble Tiles

When looking for luxe and long-lasting flooring, square marble tiles are a timeless choice. Their slight variation in color, thanks to natural veining, adds subtle texture to this otherwise airy-as-can-be foyer and staircase from Calimia Home.

Penny Tile

Once a classic, always a classic. That's the case with penny tile flooring, at least. Here, peel-and-stick penny tile decals Chasing Paper achieve the look without serious commitment.

Penny tiles are a cousin of the hexagon tile, but with more grout between the small round mosaic tiles. They first became popular in the early 1920s and ‘30s, when intricate patterns were used for bathrooms and kitchens, and still look charming today.

Natural Stone

Bring the outdoor in. Natural stone tiles allow for a one-of-a-kind feel to this Rumor Designs living space. They're warmed up with plenty of wood accents and plush furniture.

Geometric Tile

If you love the look of tile but want to add a bit more dimension and visual interest, opt for a fun geometric tile to switch things up. In this example above, the flooring perfectly adds a pop of style to the otherwise natural kitchen.

Vintage-Style Mosaic Tile

When considering floor tile for this vintage bath, Milysan Kikos of ME Design Group knew she wanted to utilize a multicolor classic pinnacle pattern mosaic. It would be appropriate for the era, but still felt fresh and timeless.

“The tile plays beautifully against the authentic crackle sky blue glazed subway tile from Subway Ceramics and bespoke walnut vanity with scalloped detail," says Kikos.

Parquet Wood Floors

Parquet wood flooring, as seen in this K+Co Living-designed kitchen, is equally as elegant as it is interesting. The intricate geometric patterns of interlocking wood draw your eye downward, yet aren’t too busy. Simple white cabinetry and modern pendants allow the flooring to shine. 

Porcelain Tile Stair Risers

Stair risers provide an ideal (and often overlooked) opportunity to mix up the flooring in your home. Adding tiles also adds pattern, color, and visual interest. Plus, it’s a doable day project for any DIY-er.

Glossy Black

For high-contrast, go high-gloss. This Rumor Designs kitchen pairs a black floor with matching lower cabinets and a marble backsplash. The graphic black-and-white wallpaper ties all the neutral elements together, while the red vintage-style fridge from Big Chill brings a pop of personality.

Heated Flooring

Stepping out of a shower onto heated bathroom flooring—you can't deny the appeal. If you're replacing the floors in a bathroom remodel, consider adding heated flooring. They'll add value to your home, potentially save you money on energy costs, and make cold mornings all-the-more enjoyable.

Classic Checkerboard

Whether in a kitchen, a mudroom, or bathroom, a black-and-white checkerboard floor, like these tile decals from Chasing Paper, always pops. It acts as a neutral (but not boring) base to furnishings of any style. In this kitchen, the checkerboard floors complement black cabinets and white subway tile.

Colorful Tiles

It’s easy to play it safe with flooring, since it’s a costly element no matter which room you’re outfitting. If you veer on the bold side though, a petite bathroom is the perfect place to go a little wild. Vibrant, geometric tiles create an illusion of depth and instantly add cheer to the small space.

3D Effect Tile

You didn’t have to ace math class to know that geometric patterns pop. Take this tone-on-tone design by Havwoods as example. The pattern forms a slight 3D effect for a truly standout floor.

Large Stone Tiles

This Chicago bathroom, a design by Kara Mann, evokes floor-to-ceiling glamour. That’s thanks to its large-scale black-and-white-veined tiles that bring serious drama. The stones are carried from the floor to the vanity and walls, which creates a seamless, posh look.

Terracotta Tiles

Leave it to deVOL Kitchens to design a kitchen that inspires you to move to the English countryside. This all-white kitchen is grounded by traditional terracotta floor tiles that create a timeless high-contrast look against the white cabinetry. With centuries’ worth of use as proof, terracotta is a time-tested kitchen floor tiling option, especially for those who appreciate its earthy appeal.

Painted Wooden Floors

DIY-ers, this one's for you. If your bathroom has a wooden floor that has seen better days, you could give it new life by painting it with protective enamel. Solid hardwood isn't the ideal option for a humid bathroom, but if your home is already outfitted with them, painting the floors is a budget-friendly way to refresh them.

Terrazzo Tiles

Terrazzo tile can be busy and bold or subtly textured. Desiree Burns Interiors added understated terrazzo floor tiles in pale neutral colors that add texture without taking focus from a bathroom accent wall of soft green tiles.

Carpet Tiles

Carpet squares have come a long way. In the case of this playroom by Becca Interiors, they aren’t even squares—removable tiles can come in a variety of shapes, colors, and cool geometric patterns. Tiles allow you to easily remove, clean, and replace a section without having to wall-to-wall re-carpet. That’s especially helpful if you have kids with sticky peanut butter fingers or muddy-pawed pets. 

White Oak

There’s a reason why white oak is revered. It’s the epitome of timeless flooring, with its pale neutral tones illuminating any space, like this sun-soaked spot designed by Becca Interiors. Best of all, white oak is as sophisticated as it is durable, ensuring it’ll endure for decades to come.

Hexagonal Tile

You can’t deny hexagonal tile flooring’s geometric allure. It’s standout but versatile design blends form with function, making the tiles a no-brainer choice when you’re stumped looking at flooring options.

Hexagonal tile is as versatile as it is durable, and is a fit for a variety of spaces throughout a home: a kitchen (like this Emily Henderson-designed one), an entryway, a bathroom, a laundry room—you name it.

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