Here’s the Most Popular Flooring Material Trends for 2025

Let your new floors be the talk of the town this year 

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Angi’s State of Home Spending report uncovered that 14% of surveyed homeowners installed new flooring in 2024, while 13% of those surveyed said that they would be installing new flooring in 2025. Durability and lifestyle considerations play a significant role when selecting flooring choices, with homeowners with pets or children often opting for more resilient options.

We reviewed over 54,000 flooring projects on Angi and found that homeowners vastly requested hardwood and laminate flooring for their recent flooring projects. While it’s always best to speak with a flooring contractor near you to determine what would work best for your home, we have listed the most popular flooring trends for 2025 based on feedback from our pros and homeowners like you.

Natural Hardwood: The Timeless Classic

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The aesthetic appeal of hardwood flooring is unmatched. With different color options and wood grains, adding hardwood flooring to your home brings a classic elegance lasting between 30 and 100 years or more. With the average cost of hardwood floor installation ranging from $2,500 to $7,100 or more, hardwood flooring is unsurprisingly one of the most expensive flooring options—but also one of the most enchanting and beautiful. 

Hardwood was the second-most popular material option over the last year, accounting for 28% of all new flooring installation projects on Angi. Of course, speaking with a flooring professional is the best way to get important information on the upward hardwood flooring trend, but knowing some key aspects now can help get you started with your conversation.

Hardwood Flooring ProsHardwood Flooring Cons
Easy to clean pet hair and other messes, requiring a daily sweeping. Not ideal for high-humidity environments, as humidity can cause warping
Is versatile to match any home design schemeWhile durable, this material is not indestructible—scratch marks can happen
Can withstand heavy foot traffic from children, pets, and everyday living, lasting at least 30 years for most varietiesHigh materials costs and labor-intensive installations can cause budget constraints
Can be refinished multiple times, extending its lifespan and allowing changes to color over timeWood flooring requires more maintenance—refinishing and resurfacing—than other materials
Hardwood floor installation provides an average ROI of 70% to 118%Susceptible to termite damage if you have an infestation

Luxury Vinyl Plank: Elegance Without the Cost

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For a hardwood or stone look without breaking the bank, many homeowners choose to install luxury vinyl plank flooring (or LVP). This material is highly versatile, provides a comfortable walking surface, and is one of the easier flooring options to install, with most having a “click-lock” method or glue adhesive installation. On average, vinyl flooring costs between $1,100 and $4,200 to install, making it a preferred mid-range option.

While LVP is waterproof, you’ll want to clean up any spills immediately, as they can stain your floor and leave unsightly marks. If you have pets, especially dogs, be sure to keep their nails trimmed, as some LVP options can become easily scratched. While glossy finishes might look great on appliances and kitchen cabinets, matte finishes of LVP are preferred over glossy finishes for a more contemporary and understated look.

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Pros note that materials like laminate and luxury vinyl plank flooring are rising as hard surfaces are becoming more popular over carpet flooring. This is partially because hard flooring options have a leg up on durability and cleaning over their carpet counterparts.

Heather Ayer
Staff Writer, Angi
Luxury Vinyl Plank ProsLuxury Vinyl Plank Cons
100% waterproof, making it a fan favorite of families with children or petsHeavy or sharp objects can cause dents or scratches
Minimal daily maintenance neededSome LVP options may fade over time when exposed to direct sunlight
Variety of styles, colors, and textures are available to match any home styleCan be difficult to remove in the future due to sticky residue
Budget-friendly and usually more affordable than hardwood or natural stoneDoes not dampen sound as well as other materials

Laminate: Affordable and Stylish

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Angi customers loved this flooring option last year, with laminate accounting for a whopping 46% of all new floor installations, making it the most popular. In part, this is due to the upward trend of installing hard floors over carpeting, but most laminate flooring is made from recycled materials, making it an eco-friendly option for environmentally conscious homeowners. Laminate also comes in a wide range of styles, colors, and patterns, ranging from wood grains to stone and even floral patterns.

The cost of laminate flooring is around the same cost as LVP but offers less premium or high-end style options, averaging between $1,500 and $4,700, or $3 to $13 per square foot. Pros are seeing homeowners increasingly choosing hard surface flooring options like laminate for their basements, replacing traditional carpet due to concerns about moisture, mold, and the desire for a more modern aesthetic.

Laminate ProsLaminate Cons
Laminate is resistant to scratches, stains, and fading, making it suitable for high-traffic areasNot a waterproof material, so spills should be wiped immediately to avoid damage
Variety of styles, colors, and textures are available to match any home styleLaminate cannot be refinished—you can either fix small problems with a repair kit or replace an entire plank
Laminate has a sealed surface, resisting dust mites and allergensSome laminate options have an artificial look and feel, making it feel inauthentic
Easy to clean and doesn’t require waxing or polishing like other flooring options Laminate flooring can be noisy when walking on it

Carpet: Comfortable and Versatile

While the days of having wall-to-wall carpet in every room of your home are long gone, homeowners are still choosing to install some carpet in 2025. In fact, carpet accounted for almost 18% of all new flooring installation projects on Angi last year, thanks to its comfort, warmth, and sound absorption.

While carpet requires more general maintenance than other flooring options, it can be used to create a relaxing environment or an active space for play in a way different from other materials. With an average cost of $790 to $2,900, depending on the type of carpet and the area size, you can quickly transform a spare room into a children’s playroom or add that warm fuzzy feeling to your bedroom in no time.

Carpet ProsCarpet Cons
Carpet adds insulation to a room, making it feel warmer underfootCarpet requires regular vacuuming and deep cleaning to remove dirt and stains
Carpet can help to absorb sound, reducing noise levels in the roomCan be damaged by moisture, leading to mold and mildew growth
Can provide a non-slip surface, reducing the risk of slips and fallsCarpet can trap dust mites, pet dander, and other allergens
Offers various options to suit any style and budget based on pile height, texture, and colorShorter lifespan than other flooring types, lasting between 5 and 15 years

Knowing What Flooring to Buy for Your Home

Knowing the right kind of flooring to buy for your home can be tricky, especially with changing trends. Speaking with a flooring installation professional can give you an idea of the best flooring materials for your home and lifestyle and can be a source of knowledge for emerging material and color or pattern trends in your area.

FactorHardwoodLuxury Vinyl PlankLaminateCarpet
PetsGood choice for pets if they don’t like to scratch the floor. Often the most pet-friendly due to its durability, waterproof nature, and comfort.A solid option for pets, especially with water resistance properties.Provides warm space for pets but requires more cleaning and maintenance.
ChildrenGood for older children who are secure on their feet. Top choice due to durability and waterproof nature. Budget-friendly choice, but might not be as forgiving or as quiet as other options.Great for play areas and added comfort, but requires more care and cleaning than other options.
LifestyleGood option for low-impact activities, as heavy equipment could scratch or gouge it. Excellent durability, comfort, and ease of cleaning make it ideal for active households.Suitable for moderate activity levels but might not be as durable or forgiving as LVP.Best for low-impact activities but not suitable for high-impact workouts or heavy equipment.
Foot trafficModerate to highHighModerateLow to moderate
Overall maintenance ModerateVery low to lowLowHigh
Customization levelHighMediumMediumHigh
Best room to installLiving room, bedroom, dining room, hallwayKitchen, bathroom, basement, laundry room, mudroom, living roomBedroom, living room, dining room, home officeBedroom, living room, playroom, home theater
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