{"id":46,"date":"2014-12-08T14:16:27","date_gmt":"2014-12-08T19:16:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.eastmancarpet.com\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2014-12-08T14:16:27","modified_gmt":"2014-12-08T19:16:27","slug":"2015-flooring-trends-for-coastal-homes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eastmanflooring.com\/2015-flooring-trends-for-coastal-homes\/","title":{"rendered":"2015 Flooring Trends for Coastal Homes"},"content":{"rendered":"
From east to west, coastal home flooring is an enduring investment that can make an impression, make a statement and sometimes make the sale.\u00a0 In 2015, floors in coastal Carolina homes are getting more attention and for good reason.\u00a0 We’ll see growth in trends that favor woods going back to basics, super-soft high-tech carpets, and vinyls being considered \u201cluxurious.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hardwood\u2019s welcoming look provides an instant throwback to days when neighbors knew each other and curfews were signaled by the glow of the street lights. Today\u2019s open floor plan, where the kitchen and living spaces merge, has made the use of hardwood in kitchens a favorite for those wanting to create a unified look and feel.<\/p>\n
Laminate versions provide an affordable option, but many homeowners prefer rich hardwood to make a statement.\u00a0 Weathered designs, created with different sized planks and textured woods, continue to rise in popularity.\u00a0 Watch for more hardwoods in 2015.<\/p>\n
Bamboo is also riding high with environmentally-conscious homeowners along the Crystal Coast as the modern alternative.<\/p>\n