5 TOP HARDWOOD FLOORING TRENDS FOR 2021

Hardwood flooring is always an elegant choice for a home. It’s timeless yet trendy, and if you invest in a higher-quality variant for 2021, it can last a lifetime. If you’re looking to renovate your home’s flooring, follow these hardwood flooring trends to create a beautiful look that will add value to your home. 

Wider Planks

The last decade saw an increase in width for flooring trends. Wide hardwood can go up to twelve inches wide. The final look of it can make a room feel grand in scale. The reason wide planks are becoming more popular is that it makes the room look much more spacious and opens up opportunities to appreciate natural grain patterns.

Earth Tones
For a timeless look, the earth tones will be the best bet. This is one of the more popular color choices for hardwood this year because of its simplicity and elegance. Adding whitewash to wood grains of a natural earth tone is a great way to introduce more neutral colors. Enhanced color treatments are typically offered at a higher price tag. However, the final look of it is stunning and can be worth the investment.

Environmentally Friendly

Many more manufacturers are adopting eco-conscious and greener options for creating their planks since the demand for environmentally friendly flooring options is rising. Luckily, there are plenty of options! Natural sealants are becoming more common than traditional polyurethane. There are also variants of wood that are quickly renewable such as cork and bamboo.

Air Quality

While many think of eco-friendly as good for the world, consumers are becoming much more informed on the effects of formaldehyde and VOCs in homes. Look for Green Guard certification, Carb 2 compliance, and even special air-purifying finishes. Healthy choices for families with pets are young children are especially important.

Distressed Wood

Right now, the weather and distressed look aren't just for clothes--it is a trend for hardwood floors! Some distressed wood techniques are a little "out there", but don't let that stray you away from this type of flooring, as it can give a room a total vintage and beachy look to it. Common distressing techniques include saw marks, wirebrushing, and lye treatment. Over time, the wood will conceal the damage so that you will end up with a beautifully aged hardwood flooring.

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