Flooring Ideas for Small Spaces

When you think of small spaces, you might think about mudrooms, powder rooms, or small laundry rooms. And while these spaces are some of the areas where you spend a little less time, that doesn’t mean that the flooring in them should be any less functional, beautiful, or thoughtfully designed.

What’s the Best Flooring for Small Spaces?

First things first, how do you know what the best flooring is for a small space? Well, the best flooring for small spaces is one that fits your home’s design and your needs flawlessly. But, there are a few things to consider when choosing flooring for these spaces.

The first thing to consider is what type of space is it? If you’re looking for flooring for a small bathroom, laundry room, playroom, or area where there may be water involved, it’s important to choose flooring that is water-resistant or waterproof. On the other hand, if you are searching for flooring for a space like a small bedroom or closet, you may be able to go for soft-surface flooring like carpet that will make the space feel warm and cozy.

The next thing you may want to consider is what your design goals are. Do you want to make the space look bigger? If so, you’ll want to keep that in mind when choosing a flooring colour. Do you want to match the design to the other areas in your home? If you do, you’ll want to look at some flooring samples next to your existing flooring to see how they look next to each other.

Once you have taken these things into consideration, you can start checking out some flooring ideas! Whether you have a flooring style in mind or you’re on the search, we can help you find the perfect flooring for your small space. We’ve crafted a list of ideas to help you get inspired on your journey to the perfect flooring for your small space.

Go Bold with Flooring

One of the best things about small spaces is that you can go bold with your design without feeling like you’re taking it over the top. That goes for flooring, wall coverings or accent walls, colour, décor, and more. Choose a bright, fun colour, a crazy pattern you’d never think to use, or something incredibly unique. You can even go bold with multiple elements of the design in a small space when you consider all the aspects of the design and ensure that they are united.

One of our favourite ways to go bold when it comes to flooring in a small space is with tile. Mosaic tile, patterned tile, bright tile, large tile, or tile laid in a unique pattern are all examples of how you can do this in your home.

Another great way to go bold with flooring might surprise you, but it’s with carpet! That’s right – carpet comes in tons of styles, patterns, and colours, and could provide you the boldness you’re looking for.  This carpet is just one example of a carpet that feels bold and beautiful, without going overboard.

Moody Flooring for Small Spaces

Moody interior designs are all the rage this year, and if you’re interested in trying this trend but you’re a little nervous about going all in, this is the perfect opportunity! There’s almost no better time to try out this trend than in a small space like a bathroom or powder room, as it is an area that can be changed more quickly than others. Plus, these areas typically offer less light, which makes them a great canvas for moody designs. Moody designs feature deeper, darker colours, so flooring that is a deep gray, rich brown, or even black fit the style perfectly.

We love this dark, natural hardwood floor, which has a way of capturing all there is to love about hardwood and its rustic character, while also offering a touch of sleek, simplistic beauty and class.

Another one of our top picks for moody flooring is a light oak look luxury vinyl. While this flooring colour is not as dark, it can still provide the perfect complement to any small space. Dress it up with deep green wall colours and gold accents or play off the dark gray lines in the flooring for a moody, elegant look.

Light and Airy Flooring for Small Spaces  

If you’re feeling like the moody or bold trend isn’t quite your style and want to go with something a bit more timeless, how about flooring that brightens up the space? Timeless flooring that makes the space shine and complements all the other elements of your design is an excellent way to spruce up your small space, whether it’s a bathroom, hallway, small bedroom, or laundry room.

This white oak-look luxury vinyl is one light and airy flooring that will brighten up any small space. We love it because it highlights natural-looking knots and mineral streaks and pairs well with any home design.

Another flooring idea for your small space is to go with a light coloured carpet. This bright white carpet will certainly bounce light off the walls in your small space to make it look bigger, and it’ll give you the opportunity to add in either neutral or edgy décor to suit your home’s interior design.

Want to see more design ideas? Check out our blog to see more tips, tricks, and ideas on how to style your home. Looking for more flooring? Visit a Carpet One Floor & Home store near you or check out our selection of luxury vinyl, carpet, or hardwood today!