While the kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, the living room is usually the social focal point, where people meet, converse and enjoy entertainment together. In some homes, the living room is simply the family room whereas in others, it functions as a formal reception room. Whichever, it is also often the first and only aspect of your home that visitors experience and thus plays a vital part in presenting your image to the outside world. Just as your bedroom is your private sanctuary, your living room is your public face and should reflect your taste, personality and character, as well as often (although unintentionally) your socio-economic status. When choosing living room flooring, comfort and desired ambience are the key considerations.
It has long been a tradition to receive visitors in the biggest room of the house and to hold important gatherings there. Thus, much attention was usually given to the design and ambience of this room and this is no different with living rooms today. Remember, after the walls and ceilings, the floor is the largest surface area in any room and thus it is a key element of the interior design; the foundation for the decor theme in each room. Therefore, it represents a significant investment in terms of finances, time and effort, and it is important to make the selection of floor materials carefully as it will have such a big impact on the overall feel of the room. In addition, unlike the walls and ceilings, people will actually be in physical contact with the floor so not only must it look good but it must feel good and work on a practical level, coping with traffic, wear and staining.
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