Table of Contents
Design Ideas for FlooringTable of ContentsIntroduction 6
Chapter 1Define Your Goals 8• Practically Speaking• Design Basics• Taking Measure• Safety and Health• Building a Budget
Chapter 2The Naturals 36• Engineered&Solid Wood• Bamboo• Linoleum• Cork• Wool• Other Natural Fibers
Chapter 3Stone&Tile 66• Stone• Decorative Concrete• Ceramic and Porcelain Tile
Chapter 4Synthetic Flooring 84• Laminates• Sheet Vinyl• Vinyl Tiles• Rubber and Polypropylene• Wall-to-Wall Carpeting
Chapter 5Where It Gets Wet 106• Kitchens• Baths• Laundries
Chapter 6Get Personal 120• Living and Dining Rooms• Bedrooms• Family Rooms• Recreation Rooms• Hobby and Craft Rooms
Chapter 7Heavy-Duty Floors 144• Foyers and Mudrooms• Hallways and Stairways• Garages and Basements
Chapter 8Special Effects 158• Custom Designs• Borders• Medallions• Mosaics• Painted Floors and Floor Cloths
Resource Guide 184
Glossary 196
Index 200
Photo Credits 206
