flooring - How to select a floor for your home (Continued) Light Sources The size of your windows, the direction they face, and whether the rooms have incandescent light all contribute to the appearance of your floor. Always view your flooring selection in the same lighting as what will be used in your home. Creating Drama If your goal is to add character and interest in your room, consider the rich, rare species of our Historic and Exotic Collection laminate floors. They are sure to create drama in any room. Likewise, the visual depth of rustic slate and ancient stones found in Mannington NatureScape® patterns lend character to any setting. Design and Style Choose your floor to coordinate with the style you like. Whether your home is traditional, country or contemporary, your floor can make a statement. For traditional or country/contemporary decors, a random-width plank or a rustic ceramic look is appropriate. Single-width planks and crisp geometrics are more likely to be used in a contemporary setting. Polished marbles and ancient stones with inset designs have a beautiful look for traditional design. Scale and Pattern When coordinating a floor with wallpaper, the general rule of thumb is that if the wallpaper or fabric used in the room is a large scale, select a small-scale design or board on the floor, and vice versa. Also, if you plan to use several patterns in the room, you'll have the best results if you use one small, one medium and one large pattern. That way the designs are neither too overwhelming nor too busy. Flooring Selection Your floor should complement rather than dominate other design elements in the room. If your room is simple, consider a floor with a stronger pattern. If your room has a more distinct style, the floor should pick up on existing colors and patterns. The floor should serve as the backdrop to the overall design scheme. Relax, Choose Mannington Your floor is a secure choice, both as a long-lasting investment in your home and as a reflection of your decorating style. You can count on Mannington to be the style leader, creating the freshest ideas in flooring home fashion. Back to Page 1