Floor design is one major part of your interiors that guests notice upon entering your home. There are different types of floor designs for everyone’s taste and budget, but in the Philippines where temperature can be very dry (and cold), experts suggest that you get a hardwood floor, which can either be laminate or engineered. 

Engineered hardwood floor

For starters, an engineered flooring using hardwood is technically more durable and susceptible to weather changes. Wood floors tend to expand, warp and crack due to an extreme climate. 

This type uses sliced pieces of wood that are combined with plywood which makes it more sustainable compared to a laminated or vinyl hardwood. An engineered floor normally uses the entire tree which means that less waste for you and your manufacturer. 

When it comes to installation, an engineered hardwood is easier to furnish over a subfloor or concrete. It weighs upon better against humidity compared to solid or natural hardwood, which is advisable for residents living in tropical areas.

However, responsive to this kind of weather, it needs waterproofing and fixing dents or cracks before lodging the wood. 

Laminate flooring

If you want an affordable floor pattern or material, a laminate floor is your best bet. It’s a layer of wood attached to the subfloor that is actually an imitation of a variety of materials which can complement the interior design of your home. 

You can opt to have a different wood or even go for a stone design, leather or ceramic tile instead. The top layer of a laminate floor is masked with a coating of resin that can resist markings and scratches from shoes and your pets. You can also ask your designer to select a more realistic version of your chosen floor pattern. 

Most people prefer this process because it’s easier to be done and can save them a lot more than an engineered floor. 

In laminate flooring, the wood is put together and glued onto an underlayment pad. Laminate flooring can actually be accomplished without professional help. It can go over your old flooring without having to remove anything from its original plan.

BellaVita has a variety of houses that present these types of floor designs. If you’re interested in looking into houses near you, you can visit their Facebook page for more information.