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How to Choose Flooring

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Every aspect of a home plays an important role in your comfort. You want your home to reflect your personal style, as well as meet the needs of your daily routine. Choosing the right flooring is a huge part of that.

So, how does one choose the right flooring? Should floors be lighter or darker than the walls? Should every room have the same flooring? How often do you want to clean it? Read about the different types of flooring and find the answers to these questions below.

Once you know how to choose flooring for your home, Footprints Floors is here to provide professional installation. Contact Footprints Floors today for a free estimate!

Types of Home Flooring

There are many different kinds of flooring to reflect every kind of style. Choosing flooring for your home - or even a particular room - depends on a number of lifestyle and environmental factors. Here is a brief overview of five different kinds of flooring:

Solid Hardwood


Hardwood is a classic for a reason. Adding hardwood flooring to your home can add to your home value, potentially increasing the resale price. It’s hypoallergenic and easy to clean. If you want to change the color at any point, hardwood can be sanded and refinished - something Footprints Floors can take care of for you.

Hardwood floors come in a variety of colors and finishes for every style, and offer different levels of durability depending on where they’re located in the home (and whether or not you have, say, toddlers or pets running around). Hardwood floors can be glued directly to concrete and have some insulation properties that may help lower energy bills over time.

Laminate


This material is budget-friendly, easy to clean, stain and scratch-resistant, and super durable. It can be installed over most existing floors if you want to change up the look of your home without having to rip out old flooring. This material is a great option for sunny rooms because it resists fading from UV light.

Engineered Hardwood


If you live in a place with high humidity or greatly varying temperatures throughout the year but love the look of solid hardwood, consider engineered hardwood instead. Engineered hardwood expands and contracts less than solid hardwood, meaning it can even be used in a basement and with radiant heat. It’s available in a variety of colors and finishes, and it costs less than traditional solid hardwood.

Ceramic, Porcelain and Stone Tile


Tile is waterproof so it's the favorite for use in kitchens, bathrooms and basements. Tile is low maintenance and can increase your home’s value. From the material to the look, tile provides tons of options for style, color and textures - even tile that looks like wood if you like the look of hardwood but want something different. It can even be installed outdoors on a patio, or in direct sunlight, and it’s easy to repair.

Luxury Vinyl Plank or Tile


Vinyl is making a comeback. It comes in a variety of colors, patterns and textures; it’s durable, attractive and affordable. Vinyl is a great option for homes with lots of pets or kids because of its durability, and it’s also a quieter option than ceramic or hardwood floors (no click-click-click of heels or dog toenails). Vinyl can be installed over most floors, so if you want a change you don’t need to remove existing flooring. All vinyl is water-resistant and some of it is even waterproof, making it a great option for bathrooms and kitchens. It’s easy to clean and stain resistant.

If you’re someone who loves to cook big meals, vinyl is more shock-absorbent than other flooring, making it good for standing for long periods (or accidentally dropping dishes. It happens).

The Right Flooring For You


When you’re wondering what flooring to choose, there’s always the big question: Should you use the same flooring throughout your home? The answer? You can if you want to. However, some rooms require different flooring based on moisture content. For example, even if you love the look of hardwood, it’s probably not the best choice for your bathroom.

You should keep the look of your flooring consistent in one continuous space, but feel free to change it up at naturally existing barriers like walls or doors. If you feel strongly about having the same look throughout your home with your floors, picking something like laminate or vinyl that works in every room is a great option.

As for colors, darker floors next to lighter walls can help make a room feel more spacious. However, if you have low ceilings, a floor that is lighter than the walls can create an illusion of height. In the end, it’s up to your personal preference, and what you think will look best with already existing decor.

Now that you know more about different kinds of flooring, it's also time to consider your lifestyle. How often do you need to (or want to) clean? Do you have young children or pets that make messes?

Footprints Floors is the Top Flooring Company in Chandler / Gilbert

If you are searching for floor installers in Chandler / Gilbert, you have come to the right place. Footprints Floors East Valley has some of the highest ratings, thanks to our quality craftsmanship and incredible customer service.

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What Our Customers Say

The wife found Footprints on FB marketplace trying to locate a flooring company that could help us with a remodel. Right off the bat from the beginning everyone we came in contact with was so friendly and knowledgeable and listened to all of our needs for the project. We could not wait to get started. The project is all done and we could not be happier! The whole team, Matt, Melissa, Rueben and his teammate did a phenomenal job. They helped us with scope that we were not sure of how to handle and went above an beyond with every request! We are already discussing the next project and will be using Footprints again! Update 12/20/24 Second round of flooring project completed! Another phenomenal job by Footprints and the whole team. The biggest issue we have is there isn't another project needed to be completed at this time :) if you need something done this is the company to choose!
Juan Romero 12/20/24 — google
Very appreciative that they took on my project. I had water damage in my kitchen, needed the engineered planks replaced and they did a great job. Very professional, showed up on time and went above and beyond to do the job correctly. Thank you!
kandi roeser 11/27/24 — google
The crew was hard working, on-time, consistent and professional. The work turned out wonderfully! I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. We removed and replaced tile and used Vinyl planks as well. Great company!
Stephanie Walker 11/26/24 — google
I used Footprints Floors and I wanted to give a special thank you to Edgar and his installation team who did a beautiful job with the hardwood floor installation. We chose extra long and wide floors which is extra challenging to install. His team provided excellent customer service and made sure I was 100% satisfied with the work and came back to do touch ups for a few items. We had 2,000 sq ft installed and I love my new floors!
Mandy Anderson 11/22/24 — google
We had Footprints Floors do two rooms for us and we couldn't be happier. They are the "BEST"..Matt was so gracious and helpful to get us what we needed, and the two young men that did the work, "Really excellent workers and just great to have in the house". Melissa also great, kept an eye on the job start to finish also making things run smooth. They were basically in and out two days, we were back to living in our house and loving it!!! Thanks so much to your "TEAM"..
Bob Sommer 10/22/24 — google
100% recommend Footprints and we wouldn’t hesitate to hire them in future. They were a pleasure to work with, very helpful through the process. Everything was cleaned up nicely, they started on time and finished in less time than anticipated. We couldn’t be happier with our new floors, they are beautiful.
Marci Kahrs 10/16/24 — google
The team at Footprints Floors did a fantastic job. From quote to completion. They were professional, friendly, fair and fast. Would highly recommend!
Shantell Artley 10/7/24 — google
Prompt, local, family owned business that installed a floor for me with great care for a reasonable price.
John Huestis 09/19/24 — google
The team from Footprints Floors are wonderful! They did a great job installing my floors! They are very professional, polite, and made sure I was happy with everything from start to finish. I can't say enough of how impressed I am with their work ethic. I would highly recommend Footprints Floors.
Laura Amoroso 09/17/24 — google
I had Footprints Floors install tile in my master bedroom, and they did an amazing job! Their attention to detail was impressive, and the final result looks fantastic. The pricing was very reasonable, and their customer service was great throughout the process. Highly recommend!
Krista Larsen-Salih 09/9/24 — google
I could not be happier with Footprints! Having 4 dogs, my bedroom carpet was a horrible disaster. I found tile that matched the rest of my house, and Footprints installed it. The installer (I wish I had written down his name) was incredible! I tried to keep my 4 dogs outside, but they weren't having it. The installer told me to let them in, he would be fine. And sure enough, my dogs made a new best friend (one tried to leave with him on the first day). My project started on a Monday morning, and by Tuesday afternoon, the whole room was done and grouted. It looks fantastic! They were upfront on pricing and very clean. Will definitely use them again, and recommend them for sure!
Lindsey Murk 08/29/24 — google
Matt available throughout our project. Great communication and guidance on material needed. Shout out to Junior and his sidekick that installed LVP flooring. Talented young crew that have obviously laid this type of flooring. Footprints bid came in a little higher, but after talking with them I knew the project would be completed properly - they didn't disappoint. A big shout out to Rueben, very professional and knowledgeable of his trade.
Carl Fries 08/23/24 — google
The Footprints team were amazing! I needed new flooring in bedroom, kitchen and repairs to wood flooring and kitchen backsplash. Melissa kept the project moving, their crew were efficient and had a crew of specialists for each part of the project. They are the real heroes of this story, they were all nice, efficient, showed up on time and did good work! I was most worried about how they’d repair/replace the damage so it blends with the rest of the flooring. I only wish I did it sooner. I have my home back! Thank you Matt, Melissa and Footprints team!
Jolie Keys 08/18/24 — google
Great work and service. My back splash looks perfect.
jeff Mavis 07/29/24 — google
Matt, Melissa, Edgar and the entire team at Footprints Floors were awesome. From the minute I submitted a webform with interest to today when I made my final payment, they were responsive, considerate, easy to work with, listened to and understood what we were really hoping to achieve, and DELIVERED! Every time we walk in the doors to our home and see our new stairs we take a deep breath and relax knowing they are beautiful, protected, and done with high quality materials and craftsmanship. They were able to match (as closely as can be expected) the stain of the real wood to our LVP flooring throughout the rest of the home. I even called them back to ask if they could fix a few things that seemed like small misses, but would have bothered me daily, and they didn't hesitate - Edgar even came out on a Saturday morning to button things up. Price was fair - work is outstanding - experience is 5-star! Than you!!
Kelsey Maxon 06/11/24 — google
We found Footprints Floors through a Google search. We did their online free estimate request and was promptly contacted through a text to set up an appointment. Matt came within two days, sent a proposal within another two days, and was able to start the work within another week. We chose Footprint Floors to do a kitchen backsplash to upgrade our kitchen. The night before the project start date we received a text from Melissa, who was assigned to be the manager for the project. She detailed what to expect the next day. The day of the project, Matt introduced us to Fernando and his son, who did the work. Melissa, came later in the day to check on the progress and to see if Fernando needed anything. Fernando and his son were professional, took great care to protect the surrounding areas, did precise work, and cleaned up almost without a trace, inside and outside. We highly recommend giving Footprints Floors your consideration for your next project.
Chadwick Family 06/11/24 — google
The Footprints Team once again did an amazing job for us. LVP, ceramic tile and new baseboards gave our rooms the refresh we were looking for!
Laura Fiemann 06/3/24 — google
Excellent work and great communication along the way. From the time I reached out the job was completed with a few weeks. Highly Recommend.
Chad DePaoli 05/21/24 — google
We used footprints for a whole home install of luxury vinyl plank flooring and baseboards. We had some repairs that needed to be done over a year later due to a manufacturers defect. They arrived promptly, did a great job and cleaned up. A great experience and we highly recommend them!! Thank you!
Derrick 05/16/24 — google
After getting the run around from several other flooring companies, Matt and Footprints Floors came through! Their company was prompt to respond, regular updates, installers were ontime and focused on doing a quality job. I would highly recommend Footprints Floors for all your flooring needs! Thanks to Matt, Stephanie, and your crew for an excellent job! Look forward to future business opportunities!
Larry Dexter 04/24/24 — google

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