DIY Floor projects for every room

by Barbara Rybicki 02/26/2024

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Home floor projects can easily transform an entire space. However, they can also be costly - some of the most expensive renovations without major construction. Taking the DIY approach is a great way to save money on flooring, but which types are the best?

Here is a quick list of floor options that are affordable and simple to install on your own:

Luxury vinyl plank flooring

Vinyl flooring is definitely one of the smartest ways to go if you’re considering a DIY flooring makeover. While most vinyl flooring comes in tiles, there are also options for mimicking the rustic aesthetic of natural wood grain.

Vinyl planks give you all the same style value of real hardwood, but discounted cost - and shorter installation time.

DIY geometric wood flooring

There are ways you can use real hardwood flooring while still staying within your budget. One option is to use hardwood to create geometric patterns, similar to how you would arrange decorative tiles. This flooring project is ideal for small spaces without heavy foot traffic to save you money and maintenance effort.

DIY concrete floor

Durable, affordable and simple to install, concrete floors are ideal for an industrial-style space. However, you don’t have to commit to the industrial design style completely to incorporate a concrete floor into your home.

Consider concrete as an option for a bathroom floor or kitchen floor. Concrete makes a great alternative to a tile floor, and requires far less maintenance.

Painted plywood floor

If you have an attic with a plywood subfloor, don’t spend a fortune replacing it with another material. Instead, give the existing floor a few coats of primer and your favorite floor paint for an inexpensive and simple renovation.

Regardless of your budget, painted plywood is perfect for places where vinyl or hardwood installation is impossible due to uneven surfaces.

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While it’s crucial for your floors to withstand the pressures of daily life, there is a surprising amount of cheap flooring ideas that won’t sacrifice quality or durability. Keep these four options in mind the next time you want to replace the flooring in your home, DIY-style.

About the Author

Barbara Rybicki

I am originally from Poland but have been a Grafton resident for almost thirty years.

I come from the Hospitality Business. I used to work in 5 Star Marriott Hotel Management. That experience taught me how to provide excellent customer service. That "Marriott" way of doing business instilled in me over the years helps me tremendously to succeed as a local real estate broker.

Nothing is more exciting to me than gratifying feeling I get from helping people reach their real estate needs and dreams. You can count on me to always do what is in your best interest. I will be there for you throughout the entire transaction making sure you understand each step of the buying or selling process. I will guide you with great communication skills and hard work ethic.

I have not only passion for my job but also extensive real estate expertise. Whether it is preparing and staging your home to sell for top dollar or helping you purchase a perfect home, feel free to reach out to me so we can start this process together.

I specialize in marketing and selling residential real estate in Grafton, Upton, Northborough, Westborough, Southborough, Shrewsbury, Milford, Hopkinton and Metro West area.