When thinking of industrial, urban lofts often come to mind with the main feature being open plan living. Industrial design has a rich colour palette of neutral browns making the space feel relaxed, white to give the room a clean look, and black accents to create contrast and add character.
Far from being stark, industrial style flooring for the home produces a contemporary look that can easily blend with different styles. Whether you’re after a pared-back aesthetic, or something more eclectic, industrial style flooring can work in a variety of spaces. From the simplicity of concrete tile visuals, to a rugged wood look, there are lots of options when it comes to industrial style flooring.
Durable and stylish industrial style flooring ideas
Modern industrial style flooring comes in a range of styles, all of which are durable and easy to clean. For a classic industrial look, concrete-look flooring works best, offering a sleek surface in a range of hues. If timber is more your style, then look for distressed wood-look flooring with visible knots.
Obra Plus or Luci Plus in the Timberline Plus range are good choices if you are wanting a vinyl sheet floor, or Grand Oak in Chesterfield 2.0 or Malt Oak in Aspirations for an authentic timber look plank with knot detailing.
When it comes to creating an industrial space, here are some things to keep in mind:
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Mixing modern with rustic elements is key to this scheme, along with exposed building elements such as brickwork, pipes or timber beams.
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Lighting is a fun element whereby you can turn the simplest light bulbs with exposed cables into a statement.
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Accessories including pillows, artwork, lamps and décor items are a great way to add personality and bring in modern and rustic touches to the space.
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Industrial Style Flooring FAQ
What is industrial style flooring?
Industrial style flooring is a design inspired by the aesthetics of old warehouses and factories, common in the industrial era. It has a raw, unfinished feel, using materials such as concrete or weathered wood, and a natural colour palette of grey, black, brown and wood tones.
What industrial style flooring is best?
The best flooring for an industrial style space will add to the rugged aesthetic. When going for an industrial look, add concrete or stone look flooring to give your space a contemporary warehouse feel. For a slightly warmer feel that retains the industrial chic, distressed hardwood floors that show the grain are a good choice.
What are popular industrial style flooring ideas?
Polished concrete-look flooring is a popular choice when it comes to an industrial look. The sleek design adds to the contemporary feel of the space while being durable and easy to clean. Floor tiles with a terrazzo finish add interest with highlights of stone and gravel, and come in a range of colours to suit any space.
