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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Mariel Loveland  •  Aug 1, 2026
11 Types of Flooring to Consider for Your Home
From hardwood to laminate—there are many types of flooring you can put in your home. The best choice is a perfect balance of aesthetic, durability, and price.
Heather Ayer  •  Aug 1, 2026
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Explore the most popular flooring material trends, including the classics and the newly popular materials that are designed for durability and longevity.
Nick P. Cellucci  •  Jul 31, 2026
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Although not traditionally suited to kitchens, wood floors have gained popularity as these spaces become an increasingly more versatile part of our homes.
Angi  •  Jul 31, 2026
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Discover natural stone flooring costs for your home. Learn about material, labor, and installation factors to budget confidently for your flooring project.
Mariel Loveland  •  Jul 31, 2026
How Much Does It Cost to Install Engineered Hardwood Floors? [2026 Data]
Get the look of hardwood at a fraction of the cost. This guide will help you understand the cost to install engineered hardwood floors in your home.
Jamie Cattanach  •  Jul 31, 2026
Keep Moisture at Bay With These 5 Waterproof Flooring Options
Embarking on a bathroom renovation soon? Don’t forget about the floors. Here are our five top picks for waterproof flooring options.
Matt Marandola  •  Jul 15, 2026
The Best Types of Flooring for Your Home Gym
Use this informative guide to compare all of your home gym flooring ideas. This includes features for eight standard types of gym flooring options.
Lauren Bongard  •  Jul 15, 2026
What Causes Hardwood Floor Buckling and How to Prevent It
Moisture and heat can cause buckled hardwood floors. Learn why this happens, how to prevent it, and what to do if your hardwood floor is buckling.
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Common Flooring Questions

When considering cork flooring pros and cons, you may have toyed with the idea of getting other types of flooring, including hardwood. But how does it compare in price? Your new cork flooring can cost less than hardwood, depending on the wood type you choose. Cork costs about $5 to $19 per square foot, while hardwood costs $6 to $25 per square foot.

Hardwood offers the highest ROI at around 75%. Engineered hardwood, tile, reclaimed wood, and laminate also increase a home’s value but with lower ROIs. Lighter tiles tend to increase a home’s value slightly more than darker tiles. Taking the ROI into account when you choose flooring can increase your home value and allow you to recoup some or all of the cost to install it.

As with anything you buy, be wary of prices that seem too good to be true. Some low-cost flooring products can contain chemicals that release harmful VOCs (volatile organic compounds) in the form of fumes that can be inhaled or dust that can cause skin conditions.

Even good-quality products can be dangerous for DIY-ers who don’t take proper precautions. Always carefully read manufacturer instructions and wear the recommended protective gear when working with paints and other chemicals. You can also hire a local garage flooring pro with the experience and equipment needed to perform the installation safely with no lingering fumes or debris.

You’ll find many of the options we listed at big-box home improvement retailers and department stores, as well as smaller independent floor specialists in your area. Many of these stores offer full-service installation of the products they sell, and others may offer to refer you to a trusted partner for installation.

You can also shop for these products online. We recommend shopping around to compare prices, service offerings, and reviews from previous customers to help make a more informed final decision.

Yes. So-called “floating” cork floors can be installed over concrete subfloor, though a polyethylene vapor barrier is required. This type of installation is achieved using the glue-down tiles, which are trickier for a DIY approach, so consider calling a professional to help you if you’re planning to install your cork floor over concrete.