Types of Flooring to Use in Different Holiday Homes

Whether you’re preparing a house to let out on Airbnb, renovating your second home or looking to flip a property, it can be difficult to know which flooring to choose. In this article we explore the best types of flooring available and which style of holiday home they fit best in. So, whatever style you’re looking to achieve, we have you covered.

Beach House

It can be difficult to decide what type of flooring works best for a beach house. Although these houses are a luxury that most in life would aspire to own, being close to the beach can cause some problems.

Days at the beach mean a lot of running into the house with sandy feet and debris. Plus, in warm weather, open patio doors can invite in plenty of dust and dirt. This means the floors must be easy to clean, as they’ll need to be wiped down often, especially in the months the house is in use. The floor will also need to have a strong focus on durability, as sand can cause scratches in lower quality floors .

Laminate flooring can be ideal for a beach house. Although laminate is typically seen as a budget option, it comes in a variety of price ranges and styles and there are more luxurious ends of the scale. Laminate flooring can withstand a lot of footfall and is easy to clean – making it perfect for a beach house.

For beach houses, we recommend opting for softer colours to bring that light, breezy feeling into the house. Grey or light wood floors are ideal for achieving a natural, beachy vibe, and to really drive home the beach theme, you could even consider a laminate with a herringbone pattern.

Cabin in the Woods

Getting away in the secluded woodlands is a serene treat for anyone. But when renovating the inside of a woodsy cabin, it can be difficult to know whether to lean into classic decor or try something a bit different.

We recommend going full rustic chic with your cabin, and installing solid wood flooring. Unless this is a place you’ll be spending a lot of your holidays and have your heart set on something else, natural wood just makes the most sense. The majority of people looking to spend time in the woods want that authentic feel and nothing will be more enticing than a beautiful solid wood floor.

To really run with this look, you can install wood panelling on the walls and ceiling. Spending time out in nature around trees is good for the soul, and with this aesthetic you’ll be able to get hugged by a tree as you sleep!

Caravan

Ahh the humble caravan – whether it’s static or gets taken around the country, it will always be the classic holiday home. While some may turn their nose up at these small homes, there’s so much opportunity to create a beautiful space inside one.

Caravans are great spaces for adventure lovers, and adventure lovers often come home in muddy hiking boots after their busy days. For this reason, something that’s easy to wipe down and durable is a good choice for a caravan.

LVTs, or Luxury Vinyl Tiles are a great option for this as they are much more durable than lino and thrive in high moisture areas, an added plus when you’re visiting places with high humidity.

City Apartment

Apartments in cities that are good tourist destinations are a valuable commodity in this climate. When you’re looking to decorate it, chances are you’ll want something sleek and stylish to return back to at the end of a busy day. How you choose your floor for this type of property will really depend on what your preference is for interior design.

We would recommend a surface like engineered wood for an apartment. Engineered wood has a high level of durability but gives the impression of solid wood flooring, making it both a practical and stylish option.

Engineered wood also benefits from a variety of patterns and colours, so you can find the perfect fit for you.

The Right Floor For Your Holiday Home

Although this is meant as a guide to help you choose flooring, rather than an instruction, the one rule we would always follow when choosing holiday home flooring is to pick something that’s easy to clean. Since you’re not in the home all the time, you’ll want it to be easy to clean down before and after your stay so you can make the most of your holiday.

Joan Parker

With a background in construction management and a degree from Texas A&M University, Joan Parker started contributing to our platform in 2020. Her expertise in flooring is evident in her 18 years of experience in both residential and commercial flooring projects. Joan’s articles offer insights into the latest flooring trends and installation techniques. Her years of experience in selecting and installing various flooring types inform her detailed guides. She is passionate about sustainable building materials and enjoys hiking and nature photography.

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