What Is the Best Flooring? A Simple Guide from Your Local Flooring Supplier

What is the best flooring? It depends on your home, your family, and how you live. There is no single "best" — but there is a best choice for you.

Picking the wrong floor can mean early replacement. It can also mean years of living with a surface that does not fit your life. A trusted flooring supplier can help you weigh the options. This guide gives you the knowledge to walk in prepared.

Below, we break down the main flooring types. We explain what each one does best. And we help you match the right floor to your room and lifestyle.

What is the Best Flooring?

The best flooring depends on where you need it and how you live. Hardwood is best for timeless style and home value. Vinyl is best for moisture-prone areas like kitchens and bathrooms. Laminate is best for budget-friendly durability. Tile is best for high-traffic zones and easy cleaning.

No single flooring wins in every category. The right choice balances your budget, your room's demands, and your style. A local flooring supplier can show you samples. They help you compare options side by side.

What Makes Flooring "the Best"?

There is no universal "best" flooring. The right choice depends on your room, your lifestyle, and your budget.

Here are the key factors to weigh:

• Durability — How well does it hold up to foot traffic and wear?
• Moisture resistance — Can it handle spills, humidity, or wet areas?
• Comfort — How does it feel underfoot? Is it warm or cold?
• Looks — Does the style match your home and taste?
• Cost — What fits your budget for materials and installation?

A flooring supplier helps you sort through these trade-offs. We can show you how each option performs in real life — not just in photos.

In our showroom, we often see homeowners surprised by how different laminate feels compared to hardwood. Photos online can look similar, but the texture and weight underfoot tell a different story. That is why samples matter — and why we encourage every customer to touch and walk on their top choices before deciding.

Best Flooring Types Compared

Each flooring type has strengths and trade-offs. Here is a quick look at the most popular options.

• Hardwood — Best for classic style and home value. Watch out for scratches and moisture damage.
• Engineered Wood — Best for real wood look with better moisture tolerance. Can only be refinished once or twice. Price range: $$ – $$$
• Laminate — Best for budget-friendly durability and DIY installs. Not waterproof and can feel hollow.
• Vinyl (LVP/LVT) — Best for waterproof performance, soft feel, and families with kids or pets. Can dent under heavy furniture.
• Tile (Ceramic/Porcelain) — Best for high-traffic areas, wet spaces, and easy cleaning. Cold and hard on feet. Grout needs care.

Hardwood adds warmth and long-term value to your home. It needs regular care to prevent scratches and water damage. According to the National Wood Flooring Association, wood floors can last for the life of your home with the right maintenance routine.

Engineered wood gives you a real wood top layer. It handles moisture better than solid hardwood.

Laminate offers a wood look at a lower price. It is tough and works well for DIY projects.

Vinyl is waterproof and soft underfoot. It stands up to spills, pets, and busy households.

Tile is one of the toughest options. It works best in bathrooms, kitchens, and entryways.

Best Flooring by Room

Different rooms have different demands. Here is a quick guide to match flooring to each space.

• Kitchen — Vinyl or tile. Both handle moisture, spills, and dropped dishes.
• Bathroom — Vinyl or tile. Water exposure is constant here. Avoid hardwood.
• Living Room — Hardwood or laminate. Style and comfort matter most in shared spaces.
• Bedroom — Carpet, hardwood, or laminate. Warmth and quiet are the priorities.
• Basement — Vinyl or engineered wood. Moisture from concrete is common below grade.

Think about how each room gets used. High-traffic areas need tougher floors. Wet spaces need waterproof options.

Not sure which flooring fits your home? See our flooring options.

Try Our Flooring Visualizer Before You Buy

Our flooring visualizer takes out the guesswork. You can see your space changed right away.

Upload a photo of your room. Pick a product from our collection. Watch what happens instantly. The realistic picture shows you exactly how different floors will look in your actual space.

Step 1: Upload your photo. | Step 2: Pick a product. | Step 3: See the change right away!

Use the visualizer to pick your favorites online. Then ask for those specific samples to test in person. This gives you both online ease and hands-on proof.

Try the Pro Floors and Blinds Flooring Visualizer today!

How to Choose the Right Flooring for You

With so many options, how do you decide? Here is a simple checklist to guide your choice.

1. Think about who lives in your home. Do you have kids, pets, or aging parents? Active households need floors that can take a beating.
2. Consider maintenance. How much upkeep are you willing to do? Some floors need regular refinishing. Others just need a quick mop.
3. Set a realistic budget. Factor in both materials and installation. A cheaper floor with costly install may not save you money.
4. See samples in person. Photos do not show texture or feel. Visit a showroom and touch the options.
5. Ask about warranties and installation. A good flooring supplier explains what is covered and how long the job takes.

One customer came to us set on hardwood for her living room. After seeing how vinyl handled her dog's claws during a quick scratch test, she changed her mind on the spot. She went home with luxury vinyl plank and later told us it was the best decision for her busy household.

Why Work with a Local Flooring Supplier?

Big box stores have aisles of options. But they cannot offer the hands-on help a local supplier can.

• See and touch samples before you commit. Feel the texture. Compare colors in real light.
• Get accurate measurements and honest installation quotes. No surprises on install day.
• Ask questions face to face. Our team walks you through each option at your pace.
• Support a local business. You get faster service and a team that knows Spokane and the surrounding areas.

At Profloors & Blinds, we are a family-owned business. We have helped homeowners across the Spokane area find the right floors for years. Stop by our showroom and we will walk you through your options — no pressure.