If you’re hoping to make improvements to your home this fall or winter, you’re probably curious to know what your neighbours have been up to.
When it comes to upgrading flooring, there are 5 big trends fellow Sudburians have been embracing in 2025:
1. Wide plank
The look of wider planks is really popular, and for good reason. The look is timeless and elegant, and suits a modern or farmhouse-style home. They highlight the natural wood grain and tend to have a lot of character. \
With wide plank flooring, there are fewer seams and joints, so the result is a more continuous, flowing look. Your home will automatically feel more spacious and open, regardless of the actual layout. That said, if you do happen to have a large, open-concept home, wide plank flooring makes it feel even more expansive.
Another bonus? Using wider planks means you need fewer of them, making installation quicker and easier.
2. Warm tones
People are loving warm, earthy tones for their flooring—white oak is popular, as is light brown, natural wood, and dark brown. For so many years cooler shades were in fashion, with stark white and every shade of gray taking over. There is finally a return to warmth in our interiors, so expect to see a wider variety of tones underfoot.
3. Eco-conscious
While you may not be familiar with the term “biophilic design”, you’ve definitely seen its influence. It helps people connect with nature through the use of natural elements. Homeowners are incorporating eco-conscious materials into their flooring, using things like sustainable wood, cork, and stone.
4. Super durable materials
If you like the luxe look but don’t want the hassle of maintenance, laminate flooring may be the way to go. Used in everything from modestly sized apartments to large prestige builds, this product lets homeowners enjoy the beauty of natural wood without the stress of caring for it.
5. Pattern
Nothing is more elegant and rich-looking than a beautifully patterned floor. Think of herringbone and chevron as examples of looks that create a sense of movement and really stand out. The two are definitely similar, but they differ in the angles of the planks: chevrons are cut at a 45-degree angle, while herringbone features 90-degree cuts. The only potential drawback is that these intricate patterns definitely take more time and expertise (labour) to install.
“All of the options above also have to suit our lifestyles here in Northern Ontario,” says Larissa Stewart, Owner. “It’s not enough that they look great; they have to be incredibly durable as well, because they need to be able to stand up to mud, pets, winter salt, etc.”
The store carries a wide assortment of flooring options, including cork, luxury vinyl plank and tile, laminate, ceramic, porcelain, natural stone, engineered wood, sheet vinyl, carpet, and area rugs.
Visit House of Broadloom, shop in store at 68 Lorne Street, Sudbury, or call 705-674-4444.
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