Curious to know what’s set to be the hottest 2022 vinyl plank flooring trends?
Here are our top five vinyl flooring trends that we’ve tipped to be popping up in Australian homes everywhere over the next 12 months…
1. Chevron or herringbone patterns
In 2022, we’re likely to see more and more DIY-ers departing from the standard approach of laying vinyl planks in long parallel lines stretching the length of the room, and instead opting for more detailed arrangements such as chevron or herringbone patterns.
While these intricate patterns are traditionally difficult to lay, vinyl planks are significantly easier to cut to size compared to natural timber or timber veneer planks, meaning most capable home renovators can even manage the normally complex project themselves.
2. Darker colours
The light blonde timbers akin to the Scandinavian designs that have dominated the style stakes for much of the last decade have long been the most popular vinyl plank colour choice among home renovators. However, in 2022 we’re going to see more people opting for a slightly darker, moodier colour palette featuring plenty of walnuts, chocolates and greys.
3. ‘Peel and stick’ vinyl planks
Vinyl planks have long been loved for how easy they are to lay—something which has meant that most homeowners can manage the entire installation process themselves, avoiding hefty labour costs entirely.
Now, ‘peel and stick’ vinyl planks are making it even easier. Installing self-stick planks is as easy as peeling the backing off the plank and sticking it to the floor surface. There’s no need for messy glues, and with most products featuring an in-built comfort layer, you can also manage the job without needing an underlay.
Anything that makes the job easier is something we’re sure to see more of in 2022!
4. Styles that mimic natural timber
From concrete look to block colour and patterned tile designs, vinyl flooring can be found in almost any pattern and colour under the sun. However, vinyl planks that mimic natural timber sure to continue to be the most popular design option.
Timber flooring brings a sense of warmth, comfort, style and sophistication to almost any space, but many home renovators simply can’t afford the exorbitant cost of materials and labour to install natural timber or timber laminate flooring.
Vinyl timber planks allow you to create the same aesthetic for a fraction of the price—something that’s sure to see them continue to dominate in 2022.
5. The redefined ‘wet room’
Traditionally, tiles were the only real flooring option for wet areas of the home such as the kitchen, bathroom, laundry or mud room, but vinyl plank flooring has redefined the rules around the interior styling of these spaces.
The waterproof construction of vinyl planks provide a way to incorporate the beautiful natural look of timber flooring in any area of the home, without the risk of water damage. Vinyl plank flooring can even be a good, affordable flooring option for outdoor rooms where they may be exposed to a variety of weather conditions.
For this reason, we’re sure to see vinyl plank flooring being seriously considered as a wet room flooring option in 2022 and beyond.
Considering vinyl plank flooring for your next home renovation or DIY project? Take a look at the Ustik range of self-stick luxury vinyl planks to find the perfect plank for your next flooring project.