Get on-trend with black flooring; laminate, engineered and solid wood

Wednesday, 16 March 2011 7:23 PM

It's a colour most people wouldn't think of when it comes to flooring - but black is the way forward for those looking to revamp their homes and create that wow factor.

Black floors could be perfect for homes where the aim is to conjure up a dramatic effect where the rich darkness of the flooring contrasts sharply with brighter tones elsewhere in the room.

Monochrome colour palettes have long been popular in interior design, but you don't just have to stick to black and white schemes - black could go just as well with soft greens and blues, as well as deep reds and purples.

With black flooring, you still get the patterns associated with wood flooring in its natural colours - they will just be less noticeable from afar.

When it comes to black flooring, there are three main options to choose from: laminate, solid wood and engineered flooring.

Black laminate flooring could be ideal if your budget isn't as large as you would like or if you think you're likely to change your colour scheme in a few years and don't want to spend a lot of money on something that will be ripped up again.

With black laminate flooring, you get the look of a jet black floor without the cost of a solid wood or engineered floor.

If, however, you want to invest in solid wood black flooring, you'll find that you'll be able to benefit from a long-lasting floor that is high in quality and very sturdy.

You do, of course, need to keep it well-maintained, but the work involved is far surpassed by the aesthetic advantages of having a solid wood black floor.

Alternatively, black engineered flooring could offer the best solution if you want a floor that is as strong as possible.

This type of flooring is made up of several layers that are fused together to provide extra strength. This means that the floor is also less prone to expand and shrink than other types of hardwood flooring.

So if you're considering a home makeover and want to make an impact with your interiors, try black flooring for the ultimate in sophistication.

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