What type of flooring is best for a full first floor remodel?

One cohesive flooring throughout the first floor is often requested, but there are times where it is not necessary or not recommended. The look of one floor is great, but defining spaces with carpet in a den, living room, great room, or home office can offer a touch of warmth and sound deadening which is great. The cost of carrying the same flooring type throughout is expensive and often disturbed the base trim and casing, which can be a cost driver.

That said, for South Jersey’s climate and lifestyle, engineered hardwood or high-quality luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring typically offers the best balance of aesthetics, durability, and value. Engineered hardwood provides the beauty of real wood with better dimensional stability for our humidity fluctuations. Modern LVP products offer excellent water resistance and durability while mimicking natural materials.

For entryways, consider porcelain tile transitions. Avoid solid hardwood in below-grade installations or homes with radiant heat systems.