Back to school Flooring ideas for busy families

When life’s a whirlwind of school runs, after-school clubs, weekend playdates, and muddy dogs, your flooring needs to work as hard as you do. From hallways to homework spaces, here are our top flooring ideas that can handle it all and still look great.

Hallways: First impressions count
Hallways are the busiest part of the home. Laminate or luxury vinyl tile (LVT) is ideal here – it’s scratch-resistant, easy to clean, and can mimic the look of wood or stone without the upkeep. Adding a good doormat will catch the mud before it spreads.

Living Rooms: Comfort meets durability
If your living room doubles as a play space, choose a hardwearing carpet with stain-resistant fibres. It keeps things cosy while standing up to spills and traffic.

Dining & homework zones
Laminate or LVT is perfect for multi-use spaces. Easy to clean after meals, craft projects, or study sessions while still being stylish enough for family get-togethers.

Utility & boot rooms
Vinyl flooring works wonders in utility areas. Waterproof, affordable, and wipe-clean means it’s great for handling wet coats, muddy boots, and sports gear.

Bedrooms: Soft and snug
In kids’ bedrooms, a low-pile carpet offers warmth, comfort, and a soft place to play plus extra insulation during cooler months.

Closing Tip:
Mid-tones, patterns, or textured finishes are great for disguising day-to-day dirt. We’re all about your flooring choices having longevity and value for money which is why we advise speaking in store to any of our experts. We’ve been in the business long enough to know what type of flooring ideas work best and where.

And don’t forget our free home measuring service makes finding the perfect flooring simple.

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