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Flooring choices speak volumes about the calmest room in the house
Image courtesy Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
For all of you who've ignored your bedroom floor, now is the time to look underfoot. No longer are bedroom floors limited to just carpet or hardwood - these days you'll find a wide selection of material and colors that aim to sooth and relax you as you rise each day.
The idea in the bedroom is to create a sense of calm, and since bedrooms receive less foot traffic, the flooring isn't as restricted as in other areas. Denise Turner, design trend forecaster and founder of the Color Turners in Alta Loma, Calif., says flooring colors have a tremendous impact on your mood. If you have yellow carpet in the rest of your home, for instance, you should reconsider placing it in the bedroom.
"Go for a color like lavender that help you fall into a deeper sleep," she suggests. Consumers are moving toward mid-tone brown flooring, whether carpet or tile patterns, and investing in them because of their longevity, Turner adds. Brown is even an extremely popular color with porcelain and tile. Kevin Sharkey, executive editorial director for Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, personally prefers earth-based colors like blues and greens. He enjoys the look of wood peaking out from behind rugs, which he finds soft and versatile. Martha Stewart Floor Designs with FLOR feature eco-conscious carpet tiles that sell in colors ranging from soothing neutrals to rich earth tones that bring the beauty of nature indoors.
"You can experiment with different colors, different textures, different designs and create a more personal look," he adds. The trend in bedroom flooring design is toward a cleaner more modern look that's easy to maintain. Floors should be quiet and warm.
Turner says she's seen all sorts of flooring material go into bedrooms. Tile and marble, she notes, are great options for individuals who may have allergies. Porcelain now comes in tile sizes that range from 16-24 inches and it be made to liken materials such as silk linen and leather. "Sheet vinyl is a less expensive option. You look at it and think it's a granite or slate," she says. Also popular are bamboo and cork floors. Both retain warmth and feature sound-absorbing qualities.
"Nowadays the options are endless," Turner adds.
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