The decision to upgrade your flooring is not one to be taken lightly. It involves a great deal of upheaval and expense, and you are likely to be living with your choice on a daily basis for several years to come. Therefore it’s important to be aware of the latest developments and innovations in the world of flooring, so you are making a well informed decision.

Here’s a look ahead at the leading luxury flooring solutions for 2024.

Luxury vinyl tile flooring will take centre stage

Luxury vinyl tile flooring (LVT) is already a hugely popular flooring solution. It’s practical, hardwearing and easy to clean and maintain, making it suitable for both commercial and domestic use. Furthermore, it’s highly versatile in terms of design, with a huge range of colours, textures and patterns available.

In 2024, expect to see even more impressive advancement in the choice of LVT flooring available. 3D printing technology now enables incredibly realistic textures to be created that exactly resemble more expensive materials such as natural stone and wood. This allows you to install the beautiful flooring of your choice without the high costs and upkeep.

There are also enhancements to the quality of the material used, which makes it even more robust, water resistant and scratch resistant than previous versions. Furthermore, LVT is a quick and easy flooring material to install and can be adapted for almost any surface area. 

Retro carpet patterns will be on trend

The tide is finally turning against the sea of plain grey and beige for carpets this year. Expect to see bold retro patterns such as herringbone come back into style. Geometric patterns and stripes with strong contrasting colours will also be in favour. For plainer styles, look for a return of vintage colours such as sage green, powder pink, and lavender. 

For a really maximalist approach, go for an ornate floral pattern or even an exotic animal print. If eye-catching colours and patterns are not your thing, you could experiment with luxurious deep pile textures that are coming back into fashion, as we seek to make our homes sanctuaries of comfort against the outside world. 

Future proof flooring

Householders are becoming more conscious of future-proofing their homes, whether that’s so they can remain there long into older age, or to make the property more saleable and valuable further down the line. Therefore, safety conscious choices such as non-slip flooring will become a more frequent feature of bathrooms and kitchens.

Certain types of flooring are naturally more slip-resistant than others, such as carpets V hardwood floors. However, carpets are impractical in wetter areas and are not always wheelchair friendly. Flooring can be graded according to its level of slip resistance, so seek professional advice for the best solution for you.