5 DIY Flooring Ideas for Your Next Reno!

Every homeowner wants beautiful, luxury floors that have their guests oohing and ahhing. However, not every homeowner can afford the price that comes with professional installation. Luckily, there’s been a growing trend in DIY flooring as manufacturers create easy-to-install products, and flooring companies (like yours truly) provide professional advice and affordable options. In this post, you’ll discover 5 DIY flooring ideas, so you can finally have your dream home without breaking your budget!

Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)

Durable, easy-to-maintain, and almost indistinguishable from natural wood, luxury vinyl plank flooring has been steadily growing in popularity for the above reasons and more. It’s also an incredibly cost-effective way to get a luxury floor without paying the steep cost of hardwood.

Kitchen with pale blue island stools, white cabinetry and a light wood-look plank floor.

Dining area with green velvet chairs, a glass pendant light and a pale plank floor.

Ensuite bathroom with a freestanding oval tub, a white double vanity and a grey wood-look plank floor.

Best DIY Flooring Ideas for Luxury Vinyl Planks:

01. Transform your basement into a chic, rustic space

For years, basements were viewed as dreary, dark spaces meant solely for storage. But now, with flooring trends that pair exceptionally well with basements, they are getting the attention they deserve! With luxury vinyl planks, you can create a chic and rustic look in your basement.

Entry and kitchen with a sliding barn door, open stairs and a light wood-look plank floor.

02. Create a seamless open-concept design

Luxury vinyl can be installed in any space within your home. It’s the ideal flooring option if you want a seamless open-concept design!

Open living room with white sofas, a coffered ceiling and a wide-plank light oak floor running through to the kitchen.

03. Say goodbye to the ceramic tile in your bathroom!

Add some spa-worthy warmth to your bathroom by installing luxury vinyl planks. And since vinyl is waterproof, you won’t have to worry about warping floors!

Marble bathroom with a dark stone freestanding tub and a warm hardwood floor.

Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)

Luxury vinyl tiles are similar to LVP. However, they are manufactured to resemble natural stone or ceramic tiles. They also have the same properties of LVP, meaning they’re durable, waterproof, and incredibly easy to maintain.

Check out our Signature Collection for quality luxury vinyl tiles for your next DIY project!

Modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a stainless wall oven and a large-format grey tile floor.

A freestanding tub beneath a window, with a grey tile floor running through to the bedroom beyond.

Formal living room with a patterned rug, carved wood furniture and a polished marble-look tile floor.

Best DIY Flooring Ideas for Luxury Vinyl Tiles:

01. Add some elegance to your laundry room!

Because luxury vinyl flooring is waterproof, it’s the perfect option for any space that is exposed to high levels of humidity and moisture, including laundry rooms, bathrooms, and basements!

Laundry and mudroom with white cabinetry, a front-load washer and dryer and a grey wood-look plank floor.

02. Give your home an executive look

Tile is known for adding classical luxury to any space, and it’s a staple amongst executive homes. With luxury vinyl tile, you can achieve that prestigious look without paying for professional installation!

Open-plan kitchen and living area with a white quartz island, black stools and a pale large-format tile floor.

Laminate

Laminate is one of the most popular DIY flooring ideas. Because it’s durable, easy-to-maintain, and mimics natural wood, it’s a cost-effective option for almost any space in your home.

A sunroom with dark hand-scraped plank flooring, white panelled walls and many windows.

Bedroom with a woven headboard, layered linen bedding and a pale laminate floor.

White kitchen with a quartz island, stainless appliances and a warm hardwood floor.

Sunroom with a window seat, French doors and a dark hardwood floor.

Best DIY Flooring Ideas for Laminate

01. Create a home office you love

Replace the outdated flooring in your office with laminate, and create a warm, rustic space.

Living room with a timber feature wall, a fireplace and a dark hardwood floor under a hide rug.

02. Add timeless elegance to your master bedroom

Achieve a timeless design in your master bedroom by installing a deep, rich laminate that’ll have you excited to wake up each morning.

Bedroom with an upholstered bed, plantation shutters and a dark hardwood floor.

Order Your DIY Flooring Now!

Lidia Contract Flooring has an extensive selection of DIY-friendly flooring in a range of styles, colors, and installation methods. Check out our floor coverings page for more information!

And don’t forget to contact us for a FREE consultation!