Waking up in the morning and stepping on the floor of your choice is a luxury indeed. It is a luxury that makes you realize time and time again that you do indeed have a space of your own, your own path that you are walking as you brave the world and all the challenges that it poses. The floor is one of the most important aspects of a home, and one that should be planned with utmost care. In fact, it should ideally be given the same amount of care and thought that goes into the walls, windows and other such elements of the home.

Lowe’s is a chain of hardware stores that runs all across the country with a presence that is almost synonymous with home decor and design as well as DIY projects. These stores are known to stock up a variety of hardware material from doors, windows, building material, flooring, to cabinets, countertops, appliances, bathroom hardware and much more. You can easily find a plethora of flooring solutions right here at the store.

• Know your preferences: There are many kinds of floorings and you would do well to know all the types so that you can make an informed choice. To begin with, there is the robust and solid option which is also a classic one – wood. Also, you now have many choices in terms of engineered wood which is the closest replica of natural wood. This is engineered with sawdust and in layers that make it an equally solid option. Then, you can also go for laminate flooring which is a more lightweight but sturdy option. This recreates many patterns like wood, swirls, and even stone. You can choose laminate for a number of coatings starting from floors to cabinets and even furniture. Furthermore, tiles and marble are also some of the more expensive but elegant options that one can avail.

• Family : The kind of flooring that you choose will depend on the size of the family and the age of its various members. Stone and marble may not be an ideal choice for homes where there are old people and small children because it tends to get cold fast and can lead to heavy injuries in case of falls and spills. Wood is a warm option which also offers a better grip, while laminate and engineered wood are more easily replaceable and easier to maintain as well.

• Theme : The kind of flooring that you choose will ideally also depend on the kind of look that you want in your home. For an ultra modern home, you may want to choose tiles or laminate in a quirky or industrial looking color, while a countryside and classic theme would look best with wood!