Cottage Flooring Style Ideas for Your Home

The floors in your home are the basis of creating a beautiful aesthetic. Cottage flooring seamlessly blends the feel of the great outdoors with the rustic charm of an inviting space. Whether you are revamping tired-looking floors with a cottage-style makeover or building your country dream from scratch, choosing top-quality flooring brings style and durability.

This guide explores the beauty of cottage-style flooring and how it transforms your home into a cozy retreat.

Different Cottage-Style Flooring Types for All Rooms

Choosing a style of flooring for a room in your home can be a tough choice. It is crucial to select a style you will be happy with and consider its durability and functionality. Here are some top tips for picking cottage flooring styles and where they are most appropriate:

Hardwood

For an effortless cottage-style flooring look, hardwood flooring is a fantastic addition, offering natural character. Due to its durability, hardwood is suitable for most areas of the home and is particularly beneficial in high-traffic areas, such as kitchens. Solid hardwood, particularly when finished with a durable top coat, offers protection against potential spills. Hardwood is also an excellent idea for impressive cottage-inspired hallways.

Vinyl

Vinyl flooring is better suited for creating cottage-style bathroom floors. There are two types to consider — luxury tile vinyl (LVT) and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring. Its moisture- and water-resistant properties make it an ideal choice for bathroom spaces. Despite its soft footing, water does not penetrate the vinyl flooring, and the subfloor is protected.

Laminate

With the effect of real hardwood floors, laminate flooring is a practical option for spaces such as living rooms, bedrooms and spaces not susceptible to moisture. Laminate flooring offers the same appealing aesthetic as hardwood flooring, but at a lower cost. If you run a busy household with children and pets, laminate flooring's scratch-resistance may be especially appealing. However, because it lacks water-resistant characteristics, avoid laminate in bathrooms and kitchens.

Tile

In addition to traditional hardwood flooring, tiles are synonymous with cottage-inspired décor. Particularly suitable for kitchens and bathrooms, ceramic and porcelain flooring tiles perform well in these spaces due to their water-resistant capabilities. Their durability makes them ideal for other areas of your home, especially if you want to create a stylish cottage-inspired hallway or a picture-perfect country cottage kitchen.

Carpet

Installing carpet is an excellent way to create an instant sense of warmth and uplift your mood in your home. In line with the welcoming aesthetic of hardwood flooring, carpets for spaces like bedrooms, living rooms and dens help create quiet spaces. Unlike tile flooring, which can get cold during the winter, dense carpet is a comfortable option and does not create loud footsteps.

Tips on How to Maintain Your Cottage-Style Flooring

Regular maintenance keeps the aesthetic of your cottage floor looking its best for as long as possible. To ensure you are keeping your cottage flooring in pristine condition, take note of the following simple maintenance tips:

Hardwood Flooring

Despite its curb appeal, hardwood flooring can quickly get mucky with heavy foot traffic, dust, spills and scuffs. Cleaning hardwood flooring with the right products and tools will help you maintain its aesthetic appeal for years to come. Use a vacuum cleaner, a dust mop or a soft-bristled broom and wipe spills straight away to avoid stains.

For scuff marks, a simple pencil eraser or scrubbing with baking soda usually does the trick. Refinish your hardwood floors by sanding and recoating every few years to maintain them.

Vinyl Flooring

Frequent maintenance for vinyl flooring is key to its durability. Deep clean by wet mopping with an appropriate cleaning solution once a week, and use a vacuum cleaner or dry mop in between deep cleaning sessions. A baking soda and warm water solution will lift stubborn stains.

With scuff marks, use a small amount of lubricant such as WD-40 and buff with a microfiber cloth. Like hardwood flooring, clean any spills immediately to prevent staining.

Laminate Flooring

Regular sweeping or vacuuming is essential for laminate floors. However, it is best practice to avoid using excessive water. Using a wet mop can cause water droplets to fall into cracks, leading the laminate floor to warp. Instead, vacuum or sweep to remove any dirt or crumbs, then follow with a damp mop and dry with a microfiber cloth.

If you prefer homemade cleaning products, you can clean the laminate with a solution of white vinegar and dish soap.

Tile Flooring

Particularly in moisture-prone areas of your home, regular cleaning will maintain your cottage-style tile flooring. Dirt buildup in grout lines is a prominent issue with tile flooring. A mild bleach solution or grout cleaner will lift the dirt. Be sure to leave it for a few minutes, then scrub the area with a toothbrush and mop the floor afterwards.

For removing tile stains, a few options include a chlorine bleach cleaner, hydrogen peroxide as a milder alternative or a baking soda solution left overnight.

Carpet

Keep your stunning cottage-style carpets looking fluffy and inviting with frequent maintenance. Vacuuming regularly will lift any dirt, debris and pet fur. Without frequent maintenance, carpet fibers will appear worn. 

Spot clean spills immediately. Leaving spills to sit and mesh into the carpet fibers could lead to permanent staining. Spot clean with a cloth before applying a carpet stain remover. Trusty baking soda can help lift stains and odors, too. 

How to Complement Your Cottage Flooring

You finally have the cottage flooring you have dreamt about. Throughout every room, your home feels warm and inviting, but some details may be missing. A few final touches make all the difference. Below are simple additions to elevate your cottage-style flooring:

Rugs

To complement your new hardwood flooring or cozy cottage tile, stylish rugs instantly add warmth to your home. Whether you choose classic beige tones or bold, vibrant prints, they add another dimension to your interiors, are easy to maintain and help protect your floors.

Wall Tiles

Attractive wall tiles for your bathroom or kitchen spaces complement your cottage flooring and complete the country cottage aesthetic you are looking for. Through the expression of solid colors or patterned designs like traditional brick or slate, wall tiles add a splash of character to complete your cottage design.

Countertops

For a rustic cottage kitchen interior, think about updating your kitchen countertop for a fresh and charming appearance. As a central location, the kitchen welcomes guests and plays host to the everyday hustle and bustle. A beautiful kitchen countertop makes an impact and creates an appealing and welcoming kitchen space.

Discover Beautiful Cottage-Style Flooring at Carpet & Tile Mart

As a family-owned, third-generation business, we understand how important it is to create an inviting home. Carpet & Tile Mart supplies high-quality cottage flooring materials to bring your cottage flooring style ideas to life.

Available, affordable and at your service. Shop stunning designs online or stop by one of our locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

FAQs

How Long Does It Take to Deliver My Cottage-Style Flooring?

We aim to deliver your flooring within two to seven business days. Please note that we are unable to process orders on weekends and holidays. FedEx Home Delivery and UPS Ground deliver standard-sized items. If your items are no longer in stock, we will keep you informed about an alternative delivery date.

What Is Your Return Policy?

Customer satisfaction and high-quality products are essential to our business at Carpet & Tile Mart. If you need to return an item, please do so within 30 days of the delivery date. However, we cannot accept returns for products that are custom-made or cut to size. Learn more about our Returns Policy, including instructions on how to return an item.

Do Cottage Flooring Materials Come with a Warranty?

Carpet & Tile Mart supports all guarantees and warranties from manufacturers. We advise checking the manufacturer’s warranty details at the time of purchase — they usually do not cover wear and tear. Our team will correspond with the manufacturer on your behalf if you encounter any issues with your purchase.