Take advantage of ideas to renew the decor and style of your home without turning it into a construction site
The scene is this: You have a gorgeous living room, a spectacular kitchen, or an inviting entryway, but your home’s floor is out of date. What to do? How to repaint the floor without having to undergo a major renovation?
In this matter, we have come together 8 tips for the Habitissimo platformspecializing in medium and large renovation services, which has listed a number of options to make you move house without turning your home environment into a large construction site.
1. Vinyl flooring
According to the habitissimo platform, there is a before and after when it comes to wood flooring, since vinyl flooring has entered the market. At first it only offered the adhesive version (with special glues). But now we can also find with the click system.
We thus have finishes with greater or lesser realism and with more or less guarantees. There are real wonders at very reasonable prices. In return they offer a durable finish, ideal for those with children and pets, resistant to moisture and fire.
Its big advantage over many laminate floors is that some models can be used in kitchens or bathrooms.
In addition, due to its thin thickness, it is often not necessary to adjust the size of the doors. Of course it is essential that it be laid on a floor free of irregularities or previously leveled. This way it will be perfect and will last for many years.
2. Laminates
The appearance is very similar to the previous plan. This type of floor is perfect for apartments, houses and even commercial premises, as long as there are no problems with humidity and the desired finish is similar to that offered by a parquet floor.
The variety of this material is wide in terms of quality and price. Its thickness varies between 6 mm and 12 mm (which may require an adjustment of the doors).
They are cheap and easy to install (most of the time they have a snap system and are applied on a blanket). In addition, they are very resistant. But you have to consider whether the product you choose is suitable for humid environments such as bathrooms and kitchens.
3. Burnt concrete
Burnt concrete is a material on the rise, which is conquering many followers for its great versatility. Valid for establishments, hotels, outdoor or indoor areas. It is a material that can change the appearance of any space in a few hours and with high wear resistance.
Its application requires professional help, but the good news is that with it you will have a new floor in two days, without removing a lot of debris and without breaking a tile. Easy to maintain as it has no joints, it only needs water and neutral soap for cleaning. And not only that: it can also be used on masonry walls and furniture.
4. Refurbished with paint
Not all floors can be renovated with just one coat of paint. But if it’s in good condition, painting the floor is a very affordable way to change the look and keep it for a few more years. The paint to choose depends on the base material to be painted.
Our advice is to seek with a consultant at a paint shop or directly with a good professional. In general, epoxy paint is recommended after a smoothing, to hide the joints and create the effect of a continuous floor.
Remember: if you are going to paint on concrete or concrete, it is necessary to leave expansion joints so that the paint does not lift. Painting old wooden floors usually gives good results, especially with good technique and high-quality paint.
5. PVC flooring, the cheapest
Waterproof, non-slip, silent and with an attractive design. PVC floors mimic all types of finishes and shapes and are installed in hours. Its great advantage is the price and the simplicity of installation.
The main disadvantage is that they are easily damaged and are susceptible to scratches and abrasions. But, with a little attention, this type of flooring can offer a great result if the intention is to wait to invest in a more durable floor in the future. An option that can be interesting for rental or vacation homes.
6. Epoxy resin, the floor without grouting
THE epoxy resin it can be another great way to transform your floor and can be applied to different types of materials. They are: metal, ceramic, porcelain and stones in general, as well as tiles, sub-floors, concrete and burnt concrete.
We do not recommend applying to wooden floors, as these can come off over time, damaging the material. In large and integrated environments, it presents an excellent result, as it provides a continuous, smooth, beautiful finish without any type of stitching.
7. Pottery or porcelain
Ceramic and stoneware tiles can be superimposed on themselves and there are also models with a thickness of 3 mm, without interfering too much with the level of the environment to be redesigned. For this type of coating there is also a multitude of colors, patterns, textures. There are also versions that mimic other materials, such as wood, burnt concrete, and marble.
8. Modular wooden bridges
A fantastic way to renovate terraces, balconies, porches or patios without a lot of work is to install modular wood or resin decks.
They are resistant, very easy to install (with snap system or male-female connection), non-slip and low maintenance. They are versatile floors that resist moisture, water and are equipped with UV protection. A great choice for both indoors and outdoors.
Finally, whatever new coating you choose, be sure to hire subject matter experts. This way you will guarantee a quality service and avoid possible damage to your home.
Source: Terra
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