How to choose the best flooring option

If you want to lay new flooring, there are plenty of options to choose from. That's why we have put together our best tips for choosing a floor you’ll enjoy for many years to come. A floor that fits you and your family. Whether you like to use the floor to dance, play the piano or roll out your yoga mat, there is one that fits. 

The space matters

Where do you need a new floor? Kitchen, bathroom, living room, bedroom, office, or workshop: there’s a floor for every room. 

Kitchen: durability is key

A kitchen floor has to endure a lot: water stains, a jar of mayonnaise shattering on the floor, muddy footprints – your hoover and mop will be your best friends to keep things clean. That is why the kitchen requires a water-resistant floor that’s also user-friendly, resistant to scratches and stands up to wear and tear. 

Perfect for a kitchen floor:

1  Water-resistant laminate
2  High pressure floors
3  Vinyl planks & tiles

Laminate - Ocean+ XL - Jazz Sand Natural

Living room: a lifetime of charm and comfort

Let your creativity run free in the living room. This is where you want to share cosy moments with your guests. Pay attention to comfort, your personal preferences, and lifestyle. Do you want to put a piano or a heavy bookshelf in the living room? Or does your toddler enjoy cycling around on their bike? Opt for a floor that can handle the wear and tear.

Best flooring option for living room:

1  Vinyl planks & tiles
2  Laminate
3  High pressure floors
4 Parquet

Vinyl planks - Pure - Columbian Oak 946m

Bathroom: water spills

Fun with water in the bathroom. Kids in particular love splashing around in the bath. And you and I sometimes step out of the shower or bath tub with wet feet too. Opting for a water-resistant floor will help you prevent stains, as well as issues with moisture and mildew.

best flooring option for bathroom:

1  Water-resistant laminate
2  Vinyl planks and tiles
3  High pressure floors

Laminate - Ocean 8 PA - Jazz Light Grey

Bedroom: soft and warm under your feet

Almost anything goes when choosing your bedroom flooring. Because you’ll often be barefoot in this room, it makes sense to opt for a soft and warm floor. 

Excellent flooring option for your bedroom:

1  Vinyl planks & tiles
2  Laminate
3  High pressure floors
4  Parquet

Laminate - Trendline 8 V4 - Lily Oak

More tips for choosing your floor

When selecting your floor option, we recommend paying attention to other variables, such as acoustics, ease of installation, compatibility with underfloor heating etc. 

• Does a certain room require acoustic insulation? Wood features excellent sound-absorbing qualities, which makes parquet the perfect fit. Vinyl flooring works as well, as long as you combine it with the proper
• Would you prefer to create a consistent look throughout your home? Opt for water-resistant flooring such as vinyl planks, vinyl tiles, high pressure floors or water-resistant laminate flooring.
• Do you plan on having a child or bringing home a pet in the near future? Choose a wear-resistant Examples include vinyl planks and tiles, laminate, or parquet flooring designed with an additional protective top layer. Or opt for maximum durability: a high pressure floor. This floor is so durable it can be found in airports, exhibition centres, and other commercial spaces.
• Do you want to lay a new floor on top of an old floor? Vinyl planks and tiles offer you the thinnest flooring options.
• Do you have underfloor heating? We recommend using vinyl planks and tiles. Other flooring options are possible as well.

Find a floor that fits (you) 

The Floorfit tool shows you exactly what a floor would look like in your home. Simply upload a picture of your interior or edit the demo pictures, and try out various colours and flooring options. 

Discover Floorfit.