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Traditional Entrance with Vinyl Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Luxury Vinyl Plank Foyer
Luxury Vinyl Plank Foyer
Rite Rug FlooringRite Rug Flooring
Armstrong Vivero Gallery Oak Cocoa
Photo of a traditional entrance in Columbus with beige walls, vinyl flooring and a white front door.
Aberdeen Model
Aberdeen Model
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in Indianapolis with white walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and brown floors.
North Wales First Floor
North Wales First Floor
Harth BuildersHarth Builders
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Philadelphia with blue walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door, grey floors and panelled walls.
Family Values
Family Values
brittanysdesignbrittanysdesign
This is an example of a medium sized classic foyer in Seattle with grey walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Armstrong
Armstrong
New Bedford Floor Covering, Inc.New Bedford Floor Covering, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized classic foyer in Boston with beige walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Luxury Vinyl Tile
Luxury Vinyl Tile
G&K FLOOR COVERINGG&K FLOOR COVERING
Photo of a medium sized classic hallway in Detroit with blue walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Update of boyhood home
Update of boyhood home
Standale Home StudioStandale Home Studio
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Grand Rapids with grey walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Stunning & Bright Luxury Mudroom
Stunning & Bright Luxury Mudroom
Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.
This is the ideal mudroom - spacious and beautifully designed to give each family member their own area and storage (including the family pet!), this room is organized and easy to maintain. Cabinets give the option for concealed storage, while hooks and space under seating for boots and shoes leave opportunity for keeping frequently used items close at hand. The island in the centre is a helpful aid when getting ready to go or bringing things in from the yard (or even bringing in groceries), and doubles as a custom indoor dog house. Textured tiling on the ground is an ideal choice for a room that is sure to see lots of dirt and wear over the years - it is easy to clean and hides minor scratches and stains well. PC: Fred Huntsberger
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
CBH ArchitectsCBH Architects
The remodeled mudroom features reporposed vinyl floor tiles, bench seating and storage, hardwood ceiling and recessed panel cabinets. AMA Construction, Laura Molina kitchen design, In House Photography.
Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | WA
Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | WA
FlooretFlooret
Clean and bright for a space where you can clear your mind and relax. Unique knots bring life and intrigue to this tranquil maple design. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.
The Cedar
The Cedar
Kessler Construction LLCKessler Construction LLC
Custom entry with a wood burning stove and luxury vinyl flooring.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front door with green walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door, brown floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Whimsical Foyer
Whimsical Foyer
Blackdoor Design by Tamra CovielloBlackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello
A mix of old and new! This foyer is made complete with a Hooker Furniture console and reupholstered antique chair. The Robert Allen Crane Lake fabric is perfect for this whimsical foyer. The Currey & Company chandelier and Uttermost lamp complement the antique mirror our clients already owned. Altogether, this foyer is a great example of how to reuse and upcycle items you already own. It just takes a bit of style! Photo by Melissa Au
Розовый рассвет фото
Розовый рассвет фото
ОКСАНА ЧЕРНЫШОКСАНА ЧЕРНЫШ
This is an example of a small classic hallway in Other with pink walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
The Windsor
The Windsor
Westwind Woodworkers Inc.Westwind Woodworkers Inc.
A mudroom in MN is a must. The open lockers provide ease for hanging coats, hats and backpacks for kids on the go. The drawers below offer nice storage for hats and mittens. Shoes can be stored under the drawers to keep them out of the walk way.
St. George Residence, Vermont
St. George Residence, Vermont
Lindsay Jay DESIGNS, LLCLindsay Jay DESIGNS, LLC
Lindsay Parnagian
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Burlington with grey walls, vinyl flooring and a single front door.
Laundry/Mud Room
Laundry/Mud Room
TJ Bush Enterprises, IncTJ Bush Enterprises, Inc
Design ideas for a medium sized classic boot room in Other with green walls, a single front door, a glass front door and vinyl flooring.
Traditional Masterpiece
Traditional Masterpiece
LDK Custom HomesLDK Custom Homes
This LDK custom mudroom is functional and stunning! It is perfect for snowy winters, and sticky summers!
Traditional boot room in Minneapolis with grey walls and vinyl flooring.
Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio
Catura Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | New Carlisle, Ohio
FlooretFlooret
A rich, even, walnut tone with a smooth finish. This versatile color works flawlessly with both modern and classic styles.
Photo of a large traditional entrance in Columbus with beige walls, vinyl flooring and brown floors.
The Silver Leaf
The Silver Leaf
Kessler Construction LLCKessler Construction LLC
Custom mudroom entry with built in shelving and storage and luxury vinyl flooring.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room with grey walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Braden Court
Braden Court
Mel McDaniel DesignMel McDaniel Design
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in Philadelphia with grey walls, vinyl flooring and brown floors.

Traditional Entrance with Vinyl Flooring Ideas and Designs

The entrance of your home is a critical area to design well because as we all know, first impressions count. As the first thing that visitors will see when they arrive, your entrance is your opportunity to offer guests a warm welcome while introducing the personality of your traditional home. Equally important, it welcomes you home every day, so make it somewhere that you’re glad to come home to. The entrance to your home begins the moment you get to the front door, so make sure both inside and out get the attention of your decorator’s touch. Make your traditional foyer the best possible introduction to the rest of the house, and if you wish, you can have a bit of fun with the doorway; paint, tiles, door handles and lighting are all ways to make front doors a statement – a dramatic entrance, if you will.

What traditional front doors can I choose from?

Your first decision when updating front doors is what type of external doors you want to use, taking into account style, security and accessibility. Investing in a high quality front door is always worthwhile – this is a purchase where a little extra money goes a long way. Hardwood exterior doors remain the most popular choice of front door; as well as being the most economical, timber also opens the door to an endless selection of paint, hardware and embellishment. However, natural wood doors do have their downsides – prone to warping, they require more upkeep and may require replacing if not adequately cared for. Whether you opt for solid oak external doors or an oak veneer option, wooden doors are a match made in heaven for period architecture – it’s hard to imagine a Georgian house without a solid, six-panel door, or a Victorian home sans its gleaming hardware and stained glass panes. If you prefer non-wooden exterior doors, the alternatives are UPVC doors, GRP doors (collectively known as composite doors) and steel doors. UPVC front doors are often the most inexpensive alternative to timber and offer added insulation benefits; because the material itself can be a comparatively insubstantial, UPVC external doors are built into steel door frames for added reinforcement. GRP (glass-reinforced plastic, or fibreglass to you and me) doors offer the same properties, with a woodgrain effect that can provide a happy medium for lovers of timber. Steel doors are less widely used in the UK than the US, and make great contemporary front doors thanks to their sleek, modern appearance.

How do I decorate my traditional doorway?

Renovating or replacing your front doors is one of the quickest ways to give your home a makeover, and affords the perfect opportunity to add a splash of colour to the front of your home. To improve your front door’s kerb appeal you can flank the doorway with decorative trees or flowering plants in attractive planters and “dress” the door with shiny hardware. Door knockers and door knobs can be more than functional with a range of styles and materials available to add some personality to exterior doors. A traditional brass door knocker can be the perfect complement to a solid oak doorway painted in a rich shade of green or blue, whilst contemporary chrome door hardware will look perfect against a white or eggshell door. If you are looking for an elegant front door option, opt for a hardwood door with built in obscured glass panels to let light into your hallway. If you would rather avoid a glass paned front door for security reasons then smaller decorative glass panels can also be inserted into the surround or door frame. You can choose stained glass panes for decorative effect, patterned or textured glass will allow light in but protect your privacy or get your home name or number etched into a glass pane for a practical but personal touch.

How should I light my traditional front entrance?

The warm glow from a doorway is one of the most welcoming sights that can greet us when we arrive home. An entrance light is of practical importance – we have all spent time fumbling for our house keys in the dark – but it also offers an opportunity to add warmth and character to front doors and entrances. A wall mounted lantern is a charming traditional choice, or for bright, directed illumination opt for a security spotlight. There are a whole variety of switching options available – you can choose a motion sensor light that switches on right when you need it most, a timer light that will offer illumination on a fixed schedule or a switched outdoor light. Pointing light upward is a good way to avoid harsh glare, or choose recessed lighting if you prefer not to have a hanging light in front of your external doors. An entrance is also a great place to display lighting as a decorative feature – choose a table lamp that echoes the lines and colours of the hall beyond it.

What furniture and storage do I need in my traditional entryway?

It’s important to keep the entrance to your home as open and clutter free as possible, so selecting a few practical items that will help with storage and offer a warm welcome is the best approach for this area. Coat stands, umbrella holders and shoe racks are practical foyer additions that will keep the area tidy. For the knick knacks and paraphernalia that so often accumulate by front doors, sideboards or console tables are helpful and opting for a something with a drawer is a clever trick to ensure these things can be stowed out of sight. If you have the space, an armchair, occasional chair or hallway bench will prove useful for perching on when removing shoes and definitely consider multi-functional furniture such as a storage bench for shoes. A wall mounted shoe cabinet is a must have for a tighter space, getting shoes off the floor and neatly stowed away.

How do I decorate my traditional foyer?

Particularly in the entrance to the home, colour can be a wonderful tool to set the tone of the house. Neutral palettes can create a serene atmosphere appropriate for greeting guests; alternatively, you might find yourself being a little bit more adventurous by choosing a whimsical wallpaper or a bold wall colour that could look overwhelming anywhere else in the house. In either case, the foyer can be blended seamlessly into the home with details that connect it to adjoining rooms. Even if your entrance is not self-contained, instead with exterior doors that open straight into the house, visual tricks make it possible to create the illusion of an entryway by defining the space as such. Changes in flooring, a well-placed rug, a screen or curtain, or even furniture such as a console table or coat rack, can be used to delineate the space and distinguish the entrance from the rest of the hallway. Decorating walls and furniture with photographs or artwork is a simple way of bringing your personality into the foyer and plants, lamps, candles, vases and ornaments can be displayed on windowsills, tables or shelves. As a final thoughtful touch, mirrors placed next to front doors are a practical choice for those last minute appearance checks, as long as it’s not directly opposite the doorway, which could back-light the user – decidedly not helpful!
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