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Are Gray Floors on Their Way Out?

by marketingadmin
Flooring, Hardwood Flooring, Laminate Flooring, Luxury Vinyl Tile, Vinyl Flooring
October 28, 2024

Let’s talk about gray floors. A few years ago, they were the thing. If you didn’t have gray floors, were you even living in the Pinterest universe? Gray floors brought a sleek, modern look that paired perfectly with minimalist décor, white walls, and the Instagram-famous succulent on the windowsill. But just like neon leg warmers and shag carpet (sorry to bring that up), trends change. Fast forward to 2024, and gray floors might just be making your home look more like...

Clean and modern living room features wood-like LVT flooring, gray walls, white brick fireplace with art above the mantle and a grey L-shaped couch.

Before & After Home Flooring Remodels Featuring Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile, Remodeling
July 31, 2024

Our Portland flooring company is seeing an uptick in luxury vinyl for residential renovations. Unlike yesteryear's sheet vinyl, the modern material is available in planks (LVP) and tiles (LVT). It boasts a realistic-looking finish that mimics real wood, stone, and porcelain at a fraction of the price. Who doesn't love a good before-and-after remodel story? If you're on the fence about vinyl flooring, these home makeovers might sway you to take the next step. Vinyl Flooring Before and After Photos You’ll Love Need...

stone-kitchen-flooring

Is There Vinyl Flooring That Looks Like Tile?

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile
July 31, 2024

The sleek and timeless look of tile can't be overstated. Many covet the rich appearance and durability of ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone tile floors but prefer something a little more budget-friendly and low-maintenance. Wouldn't it be nice to have the best of both worlds? Enter luxury vinyl tile (LVT), a modern floor-covering product with endless design possibilities. Lots of homeowners come to our Portland flooring store to find that this material suits their unique taste, lifestyle, and budget. With LVT, you...

Top 3 Styles of Waterproof Vinyl Flooring

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile, Vinyl Flooring
October 27, 2023

Vinyl flooring, once confined to sheets, has evolved into a sophisticated and highly sought-after flooring choice. Now available in 100% waterproof planks (LVP) and tiles (LVT), modern luxury vinyl is competing with traditional hardwood and natural stone floors. The Best Luxury Vinyl Flooring in Portland What Makes Vinyl Flooring a Top Choice? Affordable and versatile, vinyl flooring offers a budget-friendly yet stylish solution. Today's luxury vinyl options are 100% waterproof, providing both beauty and functionality. Ease of installation and maintenance make vinyl...

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Close up shot of realistic wood look flooring in a deep color. There is a clothing rack and a person with white sneakers in the background that contrast the dark floor.

Wood Look Tile Flooring: Pros and Cons

by Floor Factors
Flooring, Luxury Vinyl Tile
June 15, 2022

While you might have an idea of how you want your floors to look, modern technologies provide ample choices in terms of material. For instance, those who like the timeless aesthetic of wood aren't limited to, well, wood. Natural tile is an excellent floor-covering option, but can it effectively mimic hardwoods? Find an answer to this question below, along with helpful insights from our Portland flooring experts. Is There Ceramic or Porcelain Tile Flooring That Looks Like Wood?  Ceramic and porcelain tiles can...

Three plants, in multicolored pots, have been placed on a hardwood floor.

The Best Vinyl Flooring Options for Your Portland Home

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile, Residential Flooring
April 14, 2022

The Best Vinyl Flooring Options for Your Portland Home If you're renovating your Portland home, you may have come across vinyl as one of the best options for busy households and wet weather. But what makes it stand out from other materials, and what types are available? Keep reading to find out. Why's Vinyl Flooring So Popular? There's a lot to love about vinyl—especially the modern iterations of it. The floor-covering product is more affordable than real hardwoods, stone, and ceramic, plus it's...

Close up of a leather couch placed on wood-look vinyl flooring.

The 8 Best Vinyl Plank Flooring Brands

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile, Vinyl Flooring
March 16, 2022

If a remodel is on the horizon, you've probably come across luxury vinyl as a flooring option. The versatile material is an affordable alternative to real hardwoods, and it can be installed virtually anywhere in your home. But what is luxury vinyl plank flooring, exactly? Also known as LVP, the synthetic product is made of compressed PVC (polyvinyl chloride) resins and features a UV-cured urethane top layer, which makes it 100% waterproof.  Thinking of installing LVP? We rounded up the top manufacturers...

Herringbone pattern vinyl floor with chic modern sideboard.

Top Vinyl Flooring Trends in 2022

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile
July 28, 2021

Once only available in sheets, vinyl flooring has come a long way since it first came to market in the 1940s. While many homeowners still prefer authentic hardwoods and natural tile, this synthetic flooring product is among the most popular options available today. Luxury vinyl tile (LVT) comes in easy-to-install pieces that look virtually identical to real wood and earth-sourced tile. Our Portland flooring company has helped people throughout the metro area create some seriously gorgeous designs with the material over...

Luxury vinyl plank flooring in a kitchen

Is Luxury Vinyl Tile an Alternative to Hardwood Flooring?

by Floor Factors
Hardwood Flooring, Luxury Vinyl Tile
June 8, 2021

Authentic hardwoods will likely never go out of style. The long-lasting flooring product transcends interior design trends and decor styles with timeless beauty and high-end appeal. Having said that, it's not for everyone, every room, or every budget. If you're looking for an alternative to hardwood, our Portland flooring experts are here to guide the way. Keep scrolling for a rundown of budget-friendly flooring options that look just as good as the real thing. What Is the Best Alternative to Hardwood Floors? Luxury...

Wood look vinyl flooring in kitchen

Is Vinyl Tile Flooring Better Than Ceramic Tile in the Kitchen?

by Floor Factors
Luxury Vinyl Tile, Stone & Tile Flooring, Vinyl Flooring
April 13, 2021

What's the best flooring for a kitchen? A durable, water-resistant material is a must, which is why ceramic and luxury vinyl tile are at the top of the list. Not only do these flooring products hold up under heavy traffic in moisture-prone areas, they're also easy to maintain. While vinyl and ceramic are go-tos for kitchen floors, they're actually very different materials. Here's what you should know. Vinyl vs. Ceramic Tile: What's the Difference? Modern vinyl floors can look convincingly like real tile,...

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