{"id":8399,"date":"2016-04-06T12:04:00","date_gmt":"2016-04-06T11:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flooring.anytrades.co.uk\/?p=151"},"modified":"2016-04-06T12:04:00","modified_gmt":"2016-04-06T11:04:00","slug":"how-hard-flooring-complete-open-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/guides\/getting-started\/how-hard-flooring-complete-open-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"How Hard Flooring can Complete your Open Plan Space"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hard flooring is a perfect choice for open plan areas because it adds a sense of space and light. It’s also easy to clean, which is great when you have a huge area to clean at once.<\/p>\n

There are plenty of options out there, and whilst this means you can find exactly what you’re looking for, it can make the initial decisions difficult.<\/p>\n

Find out the best hard flooring option for you by checking out the pros and cons of different flooring types that we’ve compiled for you.<\/p>\n

Polished concrete<\/h2>\n

You might be thinking that polished concrete sounds cold and unwelcoming, but it is actually the opposite. You can choose from a range of patterns and colours to suit your decor and it has great thermal properties.<\/p>\n

Concrete floor absorbs heat during the day and releases it at night when it gets colder outside. That means that you can save money on your energy bills as you won’t have to turn the thermostat up as high. In the summer, you’ll find that it keeps your home cool because it takes longer to heat up.<\/p>\n

However, bear in mind that over time you will probably find hairline cracks in the concrete as there is movement below the floor. Also, remember that if you drop glass or ceramic on a concrete floor it will<\/em> break.<\/p>\n

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Timber<\/h2>\n

Timber floors never go out of style. There are so many different patterns, stains and woods to choose from, and they can be relied upon to last.<\/p>\n

Although wood floors will cost more than most hard flooring solutions, they will last. You can stain them and sand them lots of times before they need replacing, and if you look after your timber floor properly you can expect it to last about 100 years.<\/p>\n

There are a few disadvantages to timber flooring. It can dent and scratch, and you might need rugs to help warm up the floor in the winter.<\/p>\n

Laminate flooring<\/h2>\n

Laminate flooring is growing in popularity. It costs less than timber flooring, comes in a range of styles and is water resistant. It takes a lot to dent it so is perfect if you have heavy furniture or young children with lots of toys.<\/p>\n

The only cons to laminate is it doesn’t add the same value to your home as wooden flooring. It also can get chilly, so you might want to invest in some rugs.<\/p>\n

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Bamboo<\/h2>\n

Bamboo is the up-and-coming flooring material. It’s eco-friendly, beautiful looking an inexpensive.<\/p>\n

Bamboo grows a lot quicker than wood and is more sustainable. It’s biodegradable so when you replace it you know you can dispose of it responsibly. It comes pre-finished so is quick to install, and you’ll find a style to suit you. Find out more about bamboo flooring here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The disadvantages of bamboo flooring is that it can scratch and it can’t be sanded and refinished like timber. It is durable, but different types are stronger than others, so make sure you check that you get a high-quality type.<\/p>\n

Whatever choice you make for your floor in your open plan design, you’ll get the most out of it if you choose an expert installer who can be relied upon to do a great job.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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