20 fabulous flooring ideas

If you're planning on renovating your home, these amazing flooring ideas are sure to inspire your scheme whether you want a dramatic statement or subtle sophistication.

By Helena BeerPublished: 18 March 2015

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Marvellous monochrome

Create a sophisticated monochrome scheme with an eye-catching striped carpet.

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Retro chic

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French-inspired vinyl tiles are a great way to give your kitchen, bathroom or utility a splash of colour.

Pic: notonthehighstreet.com via Pinterest

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Timeless style

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Ideal for using in a hallway or even outside, Victorian-style porcelain tiles create a classic look.

Pic: toppstiles.co.uk via Pinterest

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Rustic revival

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For an unusual take on wooden flooring, use reclaimed wine and fruit crates.

Pic: floorsonline.co.uk via Pinterest

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Bright and beautiful

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Combine simple, whitewashed wooden flooring with a colourful, striped carpet runner – the perfect way to liven up a hallway or stairs.

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Mediterranean marvel

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Choose tiles with a striking pattern and vibrant colours to create a Mediterranean scheme for any room.

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Simple elegance

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Who said stone floors had to be plain and boring? Natural stone mosaic tiles bring a touch of east meets west to your home.

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Sophisticated stripes

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Team plain walls and furniture with a striped carpet in delicate, complimentary shades for a simple yet sophisticated look.

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Outdoor update

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Amazing flooring isn't just for indoors. Try painting decking in a bold shade and add detail with beautiful stencils.

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A touch of luxury

Pattern, Beige, Design, Motif, Bronze, Visual arts, Pattern, Brass,

Add a touch of Parisian chic to your bathroom with fabulous grey and white patterned tiles. Combine with a stylish roll-top bath.

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Beautifully unique

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Make a feature of the floor and create an individual look with vintage-inspired random floor tiles.

Pic: tilemountain.co.uk via Pinterest

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Pretty in pink

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Inject some much-needed colour into an otherwise plain kitchen with a beautiful rug in a punchy hue.

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Old meets new

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Bring a classic style up-to-date by choosing a contemporary combination of fresh white and soft greys and team with sleek, modern furniture.

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Colour block

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Stripping wooden floorboards and giving them a lick of paint can transform a look and even make rooms feel bigger.

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Classic update

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Modern takes on traditional Moroccan tiles are a beautiful addition to a kitchen or bathroom.

Pic: remodelista.com via Pinterest

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Vintage inspiration

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Pretty floral wallpaper can transform plain floorboards.

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Pretty patchwork

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Give your bathroom or kitchen a truly unique look with a selection of reclaimed antique tiles.

Pic: reclaimedtilecompany.com via Pinterest

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Keep rolling

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Patterned paint rollers are a great way to add a personal touch to a scheme. They're a great alternative to wallpaper but also look amazing used on painted floorboards.

Pic: the-painted-house.co.uk via Pinterest

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Simply versatile

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Creating different patterns depending on how you lay them, triangular tiles are extremely versatile and choosing black and white will ensure a timeless look.

Pic: bertandmay.com via Pinterest

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Statement style

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Make a dramatic statement by combining jet black walls with beautiful indigo floor tiles and pink accessories.

Pic: madebygirl.blogspot.com via Pinterest

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