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You’ve decided to build (or remodel) a lakehouse. Perhaps as a weekend getaway or maybe as a real estate investment. Either way, you’ve got several decisions to make regarding the overall design of the property. One of the most essential choices is how your floors will look and function, given that you have to consider the abundant moisture you’re dealing with. With that in mind, ID.ology Asheville is here to provide all your interior design tips on aesthetics, durability, color and more. Would a hardwood floor work best? Find out below.

Carpet

Surely carpet and the humid, wet conditions of a lake don’t mix, right? The truth is that carpet makes for a great option in a lake house, however, proper placement is essential. For instance, carpet in hallways, bedrooms and the living room are good choices, and it could be the material that helps bring together the look of the rest of the property.

Vinyl Flooring

If overall durability and affordability are your goals with your lakehouse flooring, give vinyl/laminate a close look. One of the best things about the material is that it can be made to look like other materials, such as hardwood, stone or tile. If your lakehouse is a proper waterfront property, opting for vinyl can go a long way in combating the damage caused by floors that are constantly muddy. Although, you will still want to ensure the seam between the panels is tight, as you don’t want the subflooring or underlayment to take on water.

Hardwood Floor

Of course, you can’t go wrong with hardwood floors in nearly any type of property or location. Such flooring works great nearly anywhere in your lakehouse, but you’ll want to avoid placing it in the bathroom, basement and kitchen. Hardwood comes in several different tones, such as mahogany, rosewood, pine and bamboo. Ask flooring specialists for recommendations on the best type of hardwood flooring for your geographic location, budget and property.

Stone or Ceramic Tile

If worrying about water damage in your lakehouse keeps you up at night, do yourself (and your sleep schedule) a favor and consider stone or ceramic tile as your floor option. What’s so great about this flooring option is that it’s 100% waterproof. Taking that one step further, ceramic and stone tile come in several different colors and textures, better ensuring you don’t have to settle for second best when it comes to matching the overall interior style of your property. Durability is another notable feature of ceramic or stone tile.

For all its advantages, ceramic flooring also has some disadvantages. For one thing, the water resistance and durability come at a cost. During the colder months of the year, you won’t find ceramic or stone to be welcoming on your bare feet. Either lay down plenty of mats or choose another type of flooring in your hallways, bathroom or bedroom.

Linoleum

Maybe you’d prefer a more sustainable flooring option. Linoleum can be made from natural materials, such as sawdust. The material is another solid choice if you want something that’s more waterproof on the floors of your lakehouse. That said, you still want to make sure you waterproof the edges and seams. Location is an essential consideration when it comes to linoleum. Specifically, direct sunlight exposure can cause fading to the material, and there’s even a chance the floors will warp or peel. This is another flooring material that requires the professional opinion of an expert flooring technician familiar with working with lake houses.

Are you remodeling or building a lakehouse and in need of guidance on the flooring? If so, don’t hesitate to reach out to us here at ID.ology Asheville for reliable, professional interior design assistance. We look forward to helping you bring out the best in your dream home away from home.