Floors Ideas
When we install a hardwood or faux-parquet floor, the inclination is to go with the standard layout, that is, tiles laid out in straight lines. The zigzag pattern is worth trying: it immediately perks up a bland floor and makes a room look bigger. This sleek monochrome kitchen looks so much more exciting with a chevron wood floor. Tip: Given that wood is pretty much uniform in colour with very few or negligible shades, this design stands out more if the surface is large or the surroundings are plain, because then you can see the full pattern in all its glory.
India is a leading producer and exporter of sandstone. It is more porous and absorptive, compared to slate. Commonly occurring in lighter tones of red, brown and yellow, sandstone is similar to the slate – but is gentler in accentuating colour. You can play with geometrical shapes and abstract patterns to create your own unique coloured floor. This part of the floor in the picture is a collage of yellow Jaisalmer stone, red sandstone, white marble and black cuddapah stone
Onyx is a fragile and porous stone that needs proper installation and post-installation care. Onyx comes in translucent and opaque forms, and is available in a wide range of colours, including golden, green, pink and brown. Such exotic natural hues, when used underfoot, add to the vivacity of the decor.
Bidasar brown marble is a beautifully patterned and coloured stone quarried from Bidasar, Rajasthan. It is a very hard stone with high resistance to water and weather. It can be polished, sanded, sandblasted or tumbled to get the desired texture. Makrana, Andhi, Rajnagar, Morwad, Ambaji, Katni, Jodhpur pink, Bidasar rainforest green and Dungri brown are among the locally available marble stones in India. Each of them have unique variations in colour and pattern.
Cuddapah or Kadappa is a charcoal-black member of the limestone family, a native of Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. Due to its low porosity, it can be polished to a satin finish or left textured for a more rustic effect. The dark hue adds depth to the space, increasing the sense of height. Cuddapah can be used in high-traffic areas and wet areas, too, thanks to its tolerance to wear, high temperatures and moisture.
Yellow Jaisalmer stone Yellow Jaisalmer stone, as the name suggests, is quarried from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. It is a durable variety of natural stone, available in colours varying from yellow to pale yellowish-orange. The radiant colour gives a warm, welcoming vibe, and goes well with white walls, and brown and black accents, as in the picture. It goes equally well with a palette of blues and white
Here, in this living-cum-dining room, the vitrified tiles demarcate the living room, while wooden flooring is used exclusively for the dining area.
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