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acew1234

New build flooring?

acew1234
7 years ago
We are planning a new build and have 90m2 of ground floor space that will have UFH.
The main area of concern includes open plan dining kitchen lounge which are open ( pocket door can close this off if nec) to the entrance hall and stairs, there's a utility and shower room off the hall. ( kitchen will have large sliding windows out to the garden) there's a separate living room which could be different flooring.
We have a big dirt attracting dog who needs to be able to get around without skating too much. Plus my partner will walk through in dirty boots...it needs to be easy clean.

I've looked at limestone, porcelain tiles and engineered wood so have completely confused myself! I definitely don't want vinyl through the place.

I like the idea of laying porcelain tiles without the sealing issues but not sure about faux stone or wood going throughout my house, although it can be hard to tell the difference.

The house will be rural so a city contemporary look isn't our look but neither is the country cottage look. Budget isn't huge either...probably up to about £45/m.

Any comments ideas or experience of porcelain tiles?
Thanks in advance.
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    7 years ago

    Hi, just saw your post and wanted to help.

    Can I ask what period your property is and are you having underfloor heating presuming not?

    Personally avoid anything non hard wearing as with big dog you will just get scratches and flooring will wear quickly.

    Personally I would definitely look at porcelain (matt and texture not glossy ever) (more hardwearing than ceramic less likely to crack in long term and a fantastic selection around nowadays to hit the spot with any new kitchen design. Living room I would however consider a different floor, for more warmth in that room above all and nice to have the separation personally the old reclaimed wood/oak or engineered wood floors looks gorgeous nowadays and wear beautifully over time. Be sure to choose something with real character and irregularity as it will really withstand the test of time and bring a huge amount of character to a house neither too rural or contemporary.

    Hope that helps?

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