Flooring

Flooring is the foundation of every room's look and feel, covering everything from hardwood and tile to laminate and luxury vinyl. Whether you're refreshing a single space or tackling a whole-home upgrade, the right flooring choice balances durability, style, and budget. From installation tips to material comparisons, Angi helps you explore your options and connect with local pros who can bring your vision to life.

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Flooring Articles and Advice
Stephanie Mickelson  •  Apr 10, 2026
How to Grout Peel-and-Stick Tile: A DIY Guide
Knowing how to grout peel-and-stick tiles can help you achieve a high-end look on a budget. This guide will show you how to do it.
Heather Ayer  •  Apr 6, 2026
Here’s the Most Popular Flooring Material Trends for 2026
Explore the most popular flooring material trends, including the classics and the newly popular materials that are designed for durability and longevity.
Jenna Jonaitis  •  Apr 5, 2026
Why Is My Grout Falling Out? 5 Causes and Tips to Fix It
Loose grout can cause loose tiles, mold, and slipping hazards. This guide breaks down common causes of loose grout in your kitchen or bathroom, and how to fix it.
Nick P. Cellucci  •  Mar 6, 2026
The Complete Glossary of Flooring Terms You Need to Know
The world of flooring is complex with countless types of floor coverings and installation methods. Whether you’re shopping for or installing floors, you’re bound to come across unfamiliar terms. Reference our handy glossary of common flooring terminology.
Kristin Luna  •  Jun 8, 2022
6 Easy Steps to Install Cork Flooring
Looking for a flooring alternative to tile or hardwood and one that you can DIY? Here’s exactly how to install cork flooring—it’s easier than you may think.
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Common Flooring Questions

When it comes to flooring installers, licensing laws vary from state to state. Even if your state doesn’t require your flooring installer to have a license, your municipality or city might, so it’s a good idea to check with your town before getting started. Be sure to check our state licensing tool to review the local general contractor guidelines. 

Hiring an unlicensed flooring installer could lead to poor quality work, costly future expenses, and potential code violations. 

As you browse our pro listings, take note of the “Angi Approved” badge. Angi Approved businesses meet our standards for certification which include:

  • The owner, principal, or relevant manager passed a criminal background check

  • Required to have applicable state and local licenses

  • Maintain an average star rating of 3.0 or better on our network, if they have at least one review

  • Paying to advertise their services

  • Meeting any other eligibility criteria required by Angi

Keep in mind licensing is different from certifications. A license is a legal requirement to operate a business, while certifications are voluntary.

The complexity of installation depends on the type of flooring you choose and the level of expertise required to install it. While some materials, like vinyl or laminate, offer relatively straightforward installation processes suitable for DIY enthusiasts, others, such as natural stone or hardwood, often require professional assistance from a flooring company to ensure proper fitting and longevity.

Carpeting with a low pile is both slip-resistant and soft, making it one of the safest types of flooring in the case of slips and falls. In order to be fully ADA-compliant, carpet shouldn’t exceed the thickness of half an inch, and you should secure the edges to the floor to prevent trip hazards.

Other ADA-compliant flooring options include hardwood, laminate, or ceramic tile with a gritty, anti-slip surface. Ceramic or porcelain tile are actually some of the best types of flooring for wheelchair users.

Sheet vinyl is the cheapest DIY flooring, depending on the brand, style, and quality you choose. Not only is it one of the most affordable flooring products on the market, but it is also easy for most homeowners to install, as it only requires cutting, trimming, and gluing down to the existing floor surface. Some sheet vinyl manufacturers make a loose-lay sheet vinyl flooring that does not even need to be glued.

Carpet squares, tile stickers, painting or stenciling existing tile floors, and painting existing concrete flooring are also affordable options for DIY flooring.

No, replacing flooring is considered a renovation. You're updating an existing feature without changing the layout or structure of the space. However, it can be a remodel if extensive work is needed to update the subflooring.