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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 Akron / Canton

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

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What Our Customers Say

Mike and his crew were excellent to work from start to finish with our project of converting our home from carpet to hardwood. Mike had great recommendations for all aspects of our project and shared ideas we didn't even know existed for our stairs. Excellent work and very clean throughout the entire process and never felt pressured to spend more money than we needed...Would recommend Footprints to anyone for flooring needs!
Andrea Vantaggi 04/24/24 — google
Mike and his crew of Jess & Dave were awesome. Arrived on time and did a high quality job and in a timely manner. They also made sure my house was clean when they finished. If you are considering new flooring in your home you should choose Footprint Floors as your contractor.
Mark Hromi 04/11/24 — google
Footprints Floors of Northeast Ohio is amazing. Removed an old floor and and installed a new floor quickly and accurately. Kept everything swept and cleaned. Mike Goff is very precise. He made sure everything was perfect and adjusted anything that was note. I highly recommend him.
Kim Welsh 04/8/24 — google
Can’t recommend Footprint Floors enough. Mike came out quickly to provide an estimate for backsplash in our kitchen and got us in asap for installation. He is prompt, thorough, fair pricing and great communication. He asked questions to make sure everything was exactly how we wanted it. He also provided us in detail on the quote exactly what we needed for materials. Our backsplash is beautiful. Will definitely be using Footprint Floors for future home projects! Thanks again, Mike!
jennifer bline 03/15/24 — google
Mike helped us select a perfect match to our existing floor and trim. The installation was quicker than expected. The installers did an amazing job. Were on time, professional and cleaned up afterwards. The owner was in communication with us during the entire process and made several trips before and after completion. Csnnot say enough. We sre very pleased.
Brigitte Priem 03/12/24 — google
When my wife and I decide to refinish the wooden floor last Ictiber if 2023, we google it to look for the vendors and find the pricing and timing. One of the vendors caught my attention is that lead time and the hours to get it done is longer for our 1100 square feet wooden floor than the others which are shorter. The company name is Footprints of NE Ohio. I took a chance to pick this company on Nov 13,2023 and arranged to get it started on Jan 24,this year. They did show up on time and start to strip the floor the first day. They did remove refrigerator, range/oven and piano to get every corner that have wooden floor. Every day the owner Mike show up and make sure the work is done smoothly and correctly. After two weeks of meticulous and detailed work, it finally done on Feb 6. The wooden floor is fabulous, so beautiful and look like a new wooden floor we just installed. The workmanship is fantastic and owner mike’s devotion to customer satisfaction is admirable. I am very happy to choose the right company and would recommend very highly of their work. Needless to say I would give 5 star rating for this review.
Chun Chen 03/4/24 — google
Mike and his son treated me and my home with respect and kindness. They were prompt, neat, and knew what they were doing. I have a gorgeous new backsplash.
Peggy Halter 01/23/24 — google
Absolute pleasure to work with Mike and his employee.Our home is over 130 years old so preserving our floors and bringing them back to life I was thinking was going to be nearly impossible, or if we were lucky they’d look “a little better.” Well we were blown away at the beautiful work that was done! It is amazing! It is my honor to recommend them to anyone!
Lisa Berbiglia 01/22/24 — google
We recently had the pleasure of working with Mike and Footprint Floors to refinish our red oak floors in a stunning walnut finish and install new hardwood in our foyer. The entire experience with this company has been nothing short of exceptional. From the initial consultation to the completion of the project, they demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship exceeded our expectations. The color is exactly what we envisioned, and the finish is flawless. The installation of new hardwood in our landing seamlessly blends with the existing floors, creating a cohesive and visually appealing look throughout our home. Not only did Mike and his team showcase top-notch skills, but they also completed the project within the agreed-upon timeline. The entire crew was courteous, punctual, and respectful of our home. Since the completion of the project, our floors have become a focal point of admiration for guests. We've received multiple compliments on the quality of workmanship and the overall aesthetic appeal of our revamped floors.
Sam Galloway 01/16/24 — google
Mike and his team completely refinished the floors in our house (1047 square feet) over the last two weeks (yes, during the holidays!). Our results are nothing short of stunning! The original floors are 55 years old and while they were in good condition we wanted them to be refinished. Mike kept my sister and I in the loop of what was going on every day (I live in Florida and the house and my sister is in Ohio) and he sent me frequent pictures of the progress. If there was a question of how to proceed, he was quick to ask and have it resolved without any work related delays. The attention to detail shown by the staff was amazing! The results far exceeded what I expected but the level of customer service that was provided throughout the process was priceless considering I was 1000 miles away. I highly recommend Footprint Floors of Northeast Ohio for all of your flooring needs. To be fair, once we contacted Mike, we had to wait to be scheduled but the wait was well worth it. While our wait was only a few weeks, after having seen the quality of the end product and the amount of care and service Mike provides, I would recommend anyone considering Footprints Floors of Northeast Ohio wait whatever amount of time is required to be scheduled. You will be very glad you did. David M. Heil Laurel Hill, Florida
David Heil 01/8/24 — google
We have used Mike Goff and Footprints Floors twice now, first for a luxury vinyl plank floor on our lower level, and just recently for a complete hardwood floor refinish in the rest of the house. He and his crew have been nothing but professional, thorough, friendly, and holding themselves to a high standard of quality. For floors over 60 years old they look like they were put in yesterday. Would not hesitate to recommend them for any flooring projects.
Chris Mezzolesta 12/19/23 — google
Great company! Mike and his team did an amazing job! Super high quality installation!
Tim Frank 12/1/23 — google
Mike Goff with Footprint floors deserves all 5 stars. After meeting a few vendors Mike was a standout choice. Mike provided us options and was very detail oriented from start to finish. Our project used a pre fished wood and some custom made steps from Mike to match our existing hardwoods. Mike put a lot of time and effort into making sure our floors came out perfect. Very personable, respectful, and experienced in his field. Thank you to Mike & Footprint Floors!
Tess Bilbrey 12/1/23 — google
After getting quotes for refinishing my distressed hardwood floors from a few contractors, including one who wanted to cover the whole thing with laminate, I ended up going with Footprint Floors. I'm very happy with this choice. Mike and his team did an amazing job refinishing my hardwood floors and I could not be happier with the end result.
Adam Davis 11/30/23 — google
I had an exceptional experience with Footprint flooring. The company is completely professional. I was educated by them every step of the way and all my questions were answered. I also, valued how personable they were. The floors were worth every penny and won't disappoint.
Angela Mccune McCune 11/24/23 — google
Great company from start to finish! They will make sure you’re happy with the job before they leave your house.
Kathy Bush 11/18/23 — google
I would HIGHLY recommend Footprint Floors. I had a dishwasher that leaked causing the engineered hardwood to buckle in front of it. They responded to my request for a repair estimate quickly. Mike the owner was able to repair it at a very reasonable price and was able to do the repair the same day he came out to take a look at it. He is a great guy, very pleasant to work with. I looks beautiful, did an excellent job. Always happy to support a small business.
Judy Misener 11/17/23 — google
Our floors were in very bad shape and needed a lot of work. Mike and his team did an amazing job! They were always on time, courteous and professional. We love our new floors and would definitely recommend Footprints.
Joe Karadin 11/17/23 — google
Extremely professional and on time
Dennis McKinney 10/24/23 — google
Kept all appointments on time. They allowed me to buy my own flooring and they installed it Worked very well with fixing sub floor Very knowledgeable and gave great advice
Steve Grodi 10/19/23 — google

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