Top 7 Flooring Trends for 2026
- Floor Design Wetherby
- Dec 1, 2025
- 3 min read
As we move into 2026, flooring isn't just about function, its about making a design statement. Trends are shifting to reflect warmer, more personal and more sustainable interiors. Read these Top 7 Flooring Trends for 2026 that homeowners and designers are gravitating towards this year.
Warm, Neutral & Earthy Tones
The cold, grey dominated floors of the last few years are being pushed aside for warmer, earthier palettes. Think honey-oak, caramel, chestnut. These hues make spaces feel cosy, inviting and timeless.
These warmer tones blend beautifully with natural materials, organic décor and tactile finishes, creating a harmonious, grounded aesthetic across the home.
Statement Floors: Bold Patterns & Designs
Patterned and statement flooring is making a real comeback. This includes:
Herringbone and chevron parquet, a classic, elegant pattern that brings craftmanship regardless of whether you choose wood, LVT or laminate.
Checkerboard and two-toned floors, including traditional black and white and more modern colour palettes (e.g. emerald, burgundy, terracotta paired with cream or white) for kitchens, hallways, bathrooms or entryways.
Mixed material and mixed scale floors. Combing plank tiles or varying plank widths, to zone open plan spaces visually and add an artisanal, bespoke feel.
Wide Planks & Large Format Tiles for Seamless Spaces
Wide, long wood planks, or big format tiles continue to rise in popularity because they reduce the number of seams and create a more expansive, flowing look. This is especially effective in open plan homes and larger rooms.
Large format porcelain or tone look tiles are also increasingly popular, especially for kitchens, bathrooms and living areas. They minimize grout lines and give a clean, modern aesthetic.
Sustainable, Natural & Eco Friendly Flooring
Sustainability remains a core driver of flooring choices in 2026. More homeowners are choosing responsibly sourced hardwood, reclaimed wood, cork, bamboo and low VOC finishes and adhesives.
Reclaimed or recycled materials even vinyl or composite flooring with recycled content are getting traction. Many prefer materials with transparent supply chains and environmental certifications.
Realistic, Durable Alternatives like LVT
Luxury Vinyl Tile remains as a top seller thanks to their versatility, affordability and durability. Advances in manufacturing give much more realistic wood and stone textures, improved water resistance and easier maintenance.
For households with pets, children or high foot traffic, or for rooms like kitchens bathrooms and hallways, waterproof and scratch resistant flooring is highly valued.
Matte and Textured Finished - More Character, Less Gloss
High gloss floors are gradually being replaced by matte, satin or textured finishes. These add depth and naturalness to the floor and are also far better at hiding scratches, wear and footprints, a key advantage for busy homes.
Textured finishes, such as wire brushed, hand scraped or distressed wood effect planks are also trending. They give a sense of character and warmth, especially for rustic, traditional or contemporary homes seeking a lived in feel.
Flooring As a Way to Zone and Add Personality
With open plan living still prevalent, flooring is being used strategically to define and zone different areas. For example a kitchen might have large format tiles while the adjacent dining area flows into wood plank flooring.
More than ever, people are treating floors as design statements, not just for practicality, but as a way to express personal style. Bold colours, mixed materials, and textured finishes are part of making a home feel unique and curated.
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