8 materials for finishing the floor in the hallway

Contents

1. №1.Linoleum
2. №2.Ceramic tile
3. №3.Porcelain tile
4. №4.Laminate
5. №5.Parquet board
6. №6.Carpet
7. №7.Golden tile
8. №8.Self-leveling floor
9. In conclusion,

The entrance hall in the apartment plays the role of a kind of barrier between the street and the house. In this room often come in a dirty wet shoes, leaving traces, so the floor must withstand all negative influences. It is desirable that the floor in the hallway is durable, easy to clean, moisture resistant, able to withstand shocks, resistant to household chemicals, and at the same time that is environmentally friendly and pleasant, because the entrance hall is the first thing that any guest sees when they come to youhome. Given all these requirements, sometimes the choice of a suitable finish can be difficult. What materials are most suitable?

№1.Linoleum

Linoleum was and remains the most popular material for finishing the floor in the hallway. This is due to its cheapness along with a lot of positive qualities:

moisture resistance, durability, ease of care, a huge variety of colors .

Linoleum can be one of the following types:

• synthetic linoleum is familiar to each of us, and in 99% of cases they mean it when talking about linoleum. The main advantage is the widest choice of design, the material can imitate wood, tile or the seabed, and quite accurately. It is inexpensive, but the dents from the heavy furniture will remain, as well as the black marks from the shoes. For a hallway with large loads, you can choose semi-commercial or commercial linoleum - this material will last longer than household;
• natural linoleum , or marmoleum. This coating is natural and environmentally ahead of synthetic linoleum, as it is made from wood chips, resin, chalk, linseed oil. The material is durable, has anti-bacterial and anti-fire properties, but costs more than its artificial counterpart, and the process of its installation is more labor-intensive;
• block linoleum , also called vinyl tile. It has all the same properties as synthetic linoleum, but with the help of separate squares, you can lay out interesting drawings, create a mosaic, and in which case it is easy to replace one damaged element. So, if somewhere the cover broke or was damaged by a leg of furniture or a heel, then only one square would have to be replaced, and the hallway would again have a neat appearance.

№2.Ceramic tile

Ceramic tile is another leader in the field of floor finishing in the hallway. The material has gained wide popularity due to with a number of advantages of , invaluable in the hallway condition:

• high strength, wear resistance, moisture resistance, abrasion resistance;
• ease of care, resistance to various detergents;
• durability;
• environmental friendliness;
• a huge range of colors, patterns and sizes, so that the hallway can be arranged in any style. In addition, the tile can mimic the surface of other materials.

Among the minuses of the ceramic tile, it is worth noting that its surface is cold, but for a hallway this is not such a disadvantage. A more serious disadvantage is fragility. When a heavy object falls on the floor there is a high probability that the tile will be damaged.

It is worth noting that not all tiles will suit the hallway .So, you need to pay attention to the strength, which is determined by the classes from I to V. The strongest tile of the V-th class is used in public rooms with a huge people’s traffic, and material III-IV is perfect for a hallway. An important indicator will be the chemical resistance of the material: according to this indicator, tile is divided into classes A, C and D. Tile AA is most resistant to chemicals, but it is quite expensive, and material AC is optimal for an entrance hall. And another requirement for tiles in the hallway is the most non-slip surface, so it is better to pay attention to products with a matte or corrugated surface.

№3.

porcelain stoneware This material has recently become widespread, and today it is considered to be a unique way of finishing floors by the totality of indicators. In most of its properties, porcelain tile resembles ceramic tiles, but the specifics of the manufacturing technology make it possible to obtain an even more durable material that surpasses tile and even stone in characteristics.

The main advantages of porcelain are:

• high strength;
• resistance to abrasion, to the effects of moisture and fire;
• durability;
• safety;
• ease of care;
• sufficient range. Porcelain tile can imitate any other material, have any color and pattern, and the surface can be embossed.

Among the minuses of the it is worth noting the cold surface and the high price. Porcelain stoneware will serve you faithfully for many years, and any impact in the hallway, whether it’s dog's paws or dirty shoes after walking in the rain, will not care for this coating. On the other hand, some experts express their doubts about the advisability of using such an expensive and so durable material in a residential area. The decision must be made in each specific situation, taking into account individual requirements and preferences.

№4.Laminate

Laminate infrequently, but still used to design the hallway. This is a multi-layer coating that becomes a budget alternative to parquet, and at the same time can imitate not only any wood species, but also tile or stone. Among the other advantages of the laminate is worth highlighting:

• ease of installation and maintenance;
• strength;
• safety;
• good wear resistance;
• reasonable price.

Naturally, for the hallway it is better to choose moisture-resistant laminate , and also to provide reliable waterproofing, to treat the joints with moisture-resistant impregnation. Under these conditions, the moisture will be practically nasty to the floor, but it is still better to wipe it immediately when it hits the floor. For the hallway is great laminate class 31 and 32, which will withstand the current load. If the installation is done correctly, the laminate will turn into a durable coating. However, laminate is advised to be combined with and stronger coatings. For example, a zone near the threshold can be laid tiles, and in the rest of the hallway use laminate.

№5.Floorboard

If one person lives in an apartment or a small family without animals and children, you can use less durable materials in the hallway, which include floorboard .This material consists of three layers: the two lower ones are inexpensive wood, and the upper one is made of valuable species, it defines the appearance of the coating. It is the appearance that is the main advantage of the floorboard; among its other advantages, it is worth noting the naturalness, environmental friendliness, a variety of styling options, thanks to which interesting solutions are achieved.

The three-layer structure of the material and the different direction of the fibers of the layers make it possible to increase the resistance to moisture and temperature fluctuations, and the protective coating and varnish coat protect the floorboard from negative impacts. On the other hand, the floorboard is not the cheapest materials, it will need careful care, which will not help if there are scratches from shoes, dirt and sand. To sand the floorboard can be several times, after which the coating will not be recoverable.

The parquet has similar properties, but consists of solid wood. Hence the higher price, but also the ability to remove the upper layer many times in order to update the coating and give it a flawless look.

With frequent contact with dirt, both parquet coverings quickly lose their appearance, so they are used rarely in the hallways. If the hallway is not the smallest, and you want to create a cozy classic interior using wooden floors, then it will be durable, if you combine the parquet with an tile near the threshold. Given the diversity of these types of coatings, as well as the ability to find tiles that mimic parquet, difficulties should not arise.

# 6.Carpet

Previously, carpets decorated many apartments, and the place they were not only on the floor in the living room and bedroom, but also on the walls and even in the hallway. It is clear that the fleecy carpet and such a room as the hallway are incompatible things, but the carpet is quite suitable. We are talking about artificial carpet , because natural will absorb moisture too well and retain it, spoil and crumple.

Artificial carpet is not wrinkled, easy to clean, insects will not live in it. This coating makes the hallway cozy and soft. It is better to choose the most dense carpet for this purpose, and the height of the pile should be minimal. The best option for the hallway - carpet from nylon , but analogues of polyester, acrylic and polypropylene also show themselves well. There are several ways to make carpeting, and woven carpet is better suited for the hallway - it is the most reliable, but not so much on the market. Igloproshivnoy carpet is inferior in performance, but also not afraid of dirt and water.

№7.“Golden” tile

Material with a rather curious name appeared quite recently, and so far it is made only in South Korea. The material is unique in all its properties, and all its characteristics are explained by a six-layer structure: PVC is based on, and layers of crushed natural stone with resin, fiberglass, wear layer are laid on top, the top layer is a protective film.

Among the main advantages of this material is worth noting :

• durability;
• wear resistance, which in the country of origin of this finishing material is determined by the number of steps. So, the "golden" tile will withstand 10 million steps, and this means that the average family can walk on the material 24 hours a day for 10 years;
• resistance to moisture and fire, household chemicals;
• comfortable to the touch and non-slippery surface;
• ease of care;
• availability of a decent amount of design solutions, up to the most accurate imitation of other finishing materials.

The price for such a finishing material is average, and the only negative is only that while it is not so easy to find in stores.

No. 8.Self-leveling floor

Self-leveling floor is a great option for any room, includingand for the living room. The material can be of any color and pattern: be either monophonic or with the image of any pattern, imitate wood, the seabed, etc. On the operational qualities a bulk floor is a real find for a hall of .It is distinguished by such advantages as:

• wear resistance, resistance to moisture, mechanical effects, chemical agents;
• ease of care;
• solidity;
• durability.

By all measures, this is an excellent cover for the hallway, which, despite the many negative impacts, will remain in its original form over many years. The cost of self-leveling floors is high, professionals should do all the work, but such costs are compensated for performance.

In conclusion,

Before choosing a floor covering in the hallway, it is important to clearly define your requirements for it and assess the scale of the permanent negative effects on it. In addition, it is important that the material fit into the overall style, but a huge modern selection of possible options will allow you to choose the most suitable. The ability to combine two types of finishing materials expands the possibilities and allows the hall to be both functional and cozy.