Buying a new floor can be a frustrating and confusing process. Here’s a list of things to keep in mind before heading out to purchase your new floor.
1. Take note of the room layout.
– Draw an outline of the room or rooms. Indicate where the entrances are placed.
– Measure the room carefully and accurately with a measuring tape. Write down the width and length of a room. Remember to include closets and other areas that need the new flooring. Smaller print patterns can make the room seem a lot bigger.
– Take into account adjoining rooms and the flooring on those rooms.
– Make a note in which direction the room is facing and if there is a sliding door. Determine how much natural light enters the room. You might want to consider a laminated floor, ceramic tile or porcelain tile.
– Bring along swatches of fabrics from your furniture, curtains and wallpaper. These will help you decide on the color and style of your flooring.
2. Answer these questions to help you out in selecting the right floor for your room:
– How much foot traffic does the room get in any given day? The number of...