Nextdore has always specialised in supplying leading flooring solutions, ever since our beginnings as Dore’s for Floors over 60 years ago. We’re proud to offer a wide range of high-quality flooring materials - but with so many options available, how do you choose the right flooring material for your home?
We’ve covered the main points in this article, but our interior designers are always happy to chat about how to choose the best product for your home. Just visit our showroom and ask one of the team.
Tiles
Floor tile: Dorcia Bone by Porcelanosa
Ceramic and porcelain tiles are a clear first choice for bathroom flooring, but are often overlooked as a flooring option for the rest of the home. Tiles are worth considering for your kitchen, living spaces and outdoor areas. They’re beautiful, durable, and add an extra level of sophistication to your interior.
Why choose tile?
- Hard-wearing and durable.
- Low-maintenance.
- Water-resistant and stain-resistant.
- Maintains colour, even in direct sunlight.
- Colours, sizes, and finishes available to suit every style.
Carpets
Bremworth Galet carpet in Sienna (left) and Sage (right)
Carpet instantly adds warmth and cosiness to your space; you can’t beat the feeling of stepping out of bed and sinking your feet into a lush, thick carpet. There are carpet colours, textures and materials available to suit every style and budget.
If you’re planning to install carpet in your home, we highly recommend including a good underlay. It significantly lengthens the life of your carpet, and makes it even more pleasant to walk on.
Why choose carpet?
- Adds warmth, beauty, and comfort.
- Soft and luxurious underfoot.
- Reduces noise (great for upstairs bedrooms).
- SDN (solution-dyed nylon) carpets are UV resilient.
- Slip resistant.
- 100% wool options available for a sustainable solution.
Timber
BJELIN European Hardened Timber in Terra Brown
Beautiful and timeless, timber flooring is an aesthetic showstopper that comes with a host of natural benefits. We supply two types of timber flooring:
- Engineered timber (a top layer of hardwood, attached to a sturdy multi-layered core)
- Hardened timber (similar to engineered timber, but with an ultra-high-density core that improves performance.)
Engineered timber is a high-performance option with all the beauty of solid timber, and 70% more structural stability. Both engineered and hardened timber are available in a range of natural shades, to suit your interior scheme.
Why choose timber?
- Timeless aesthetic.
- Durable and long-lasting.
- Adds natural warmth and an organic feeling to your home.
- Direct-stuck timber floors dampen the noise of footsteps.
- Engineered or hardened timber is dentproof, scratchproof and moisture resistant.
Laminate
Finfloor Supreme Nantes Chevron from Belgotex
Laminate flooring options are durable, affordable, and work well with most design styles. They’re often used as an alternative when timber isn’t suitable (either for budget reasons, or when homeowners are looking for a lower-maintenance option). Laminates have come a long way, and our ranges now include many styles that are visually indistinguishable from natural timber.
Why choose laminate?
- Highly durable, with impressive scratch, stain, and fade resistance.
- Cost-effective way to achieve a timber look.
- Low-maintenance.
- The underlay used in a floating laminate installation reduces impact noise (for example the sound of footprints, or of something being dropped).
- Allows for creativity in how you lay your flooring, as seen in the stunning herringbone example above.
Browse our laminate flooring ranges
Cork
Cork flooring is sustainable, durable, and brings a unique warmth to your space. It’s a modern way to celebrate natural materials, with more softness and organic texture than timber.
Why choose cork?
- Natural, sustainable solution.
- Soft underfoot.
- Hypoallergenic and durable.
- Adds visual interest and texture.
Browse our cork flooring ranges
If you’re unsure which flooring type is best suited for your home and lifestyle, visit our Montreal Street showroom and talk to our team. We’re happy to take you through the options and make sure you find the right material for your space and your lifestyle.