{"id":15496,"date":"2026-07-15T11:28:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T15:28:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/?p=15496"},"modified":"2026-07-15T11:28:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T15:28:56","slug":"flooring-for-most-used-floor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/en\/flooring-for-most-used-floor\/","title":{"rendered":"Which type of flooring should you choose for your high-traffic areas : hallways, entries and family rooms ?"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your <strong>hallways, entries, and family rooms<\/strong> are areas of heavy foot traffic where dirt accumulates due to daily comings and goings. These areas require flooring that can withstand the daily wear and tear.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Key Points &#8211; TL;DR<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-traffic rooms are subject to wear and tear, water, and dirt, requiring more durable materials.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vinyl flooring offers the best balance of durability, cost, and ease of maintenance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ceramic tiles are unbeatable when it comes to the longevity of your floor.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laminate flooring is a good choice only if installation requirements are respected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The quality of the subfloor preparation accounts for 50% of the floor\u2019s performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance and safety are just as important as design.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/trouver-un-detaillant-atelier-1867\/&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Discover our various flooring options&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_css_free_form=&#8221;.et_pb_button {|| background-color: #e02b20 !important;|| color: #ffffff !important;||}&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;What factors should you consider before choosing your flooring ?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#E02B20&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every <strong>high-traffic room<\/strong> experiences the same types of wear and tear at the same time or with the same frequency. Before comparing different flooring options, ask yourself the right questions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the actual daily foot traffic in your room ?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the space often exposed to water or snow ?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What types of dirt and wear are most common ?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is comfort a top priority ?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much maintenance are you willing to do ?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is your budget limit ?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Steve Gaumond&#8221; company_name=&#8221;Planchers 1867&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Testimonial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ab People need to analyze their needs. If there\u2019s a risk of sand regularly getting into the house, you need to choose a flooring that can withstand that. \u00bb<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;What\u2019s the ideal flooring for a much-used room : differences and expert advice ?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#E02B20&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The answer depends less on the product itself than on the environment in which it will be installed. A dining room hosts a few guests. An entryway welcomes the whole family every day. That\u2019s the difference between a product that looks good on paper and one that is truly durable.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Ceramic Tiles : a durable and long-lasting flooring choice.&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#474747&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/en\/product-category\/1867-ceramic\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ceramic tiles<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remain unbeatable for areas with extremely heavy foot traffic and high levels of dirt. They\u2019re considered the best flooring choice for entryways and hallways, as well as the best long-term investment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/CeramiqueMiller_Natuel.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;1867-vinyle-evolution-4-mm-150-mm-936-mm-merisier&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Ce\u0301ramiqueMiller_Natuel&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;50%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><b>Advantages :\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extremely resistant to wear and tear, impacts, water, and abrasives.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to maintain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lasts over 30 years when properly installed.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Limit :\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ceramic tile is a cold material that is not very comfortable underfoot, its surface becomes very slippery when wet, and installation is expensive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Steve Gaumond&#8221; company_name=&#8221;Planchers 1867&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Testimonial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ab Its wear resistance is unmatched. When you decide to build a shopping mall, you don\u2019t use wood, laminate, or vinyl. You build it with ceramic or porcelain. \u00bb<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;SPC Vinyl : the best flooring for high-traffic areas.&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#474747&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stone-Plastic Composite (SPC) <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/en\/product-category\/floor\/vinyl\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vinyl floor covering<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the best choice for your high-traffic rooms. The reason is simple : it combines water resistance, ease of maintenance, and affordability. For active families, pet owners, or multifunctional spaces, it often offers the best balance of features.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/1867-Vinyle-Evolution-4-mm-150-mm-936-mm-Merisier.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;1867-vinyle-evolution-4-mm-150-mm-936-mm-merisier&#8221; title_text=&#8221;1867-vinyle-evolution-4-mm-150-mm-936-mm-merisier&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;50%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><b>Advantages :\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resistant to moisture and warping.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear-resistant thanks to its mineral content.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy to maintain.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affordable.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Limit :\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vinyl flooring requires a perfectly level subfloor, with a tolerance of \u00b13 mm\/3 m. An uneven subfloor can become problematic over time.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Steve Gaumond&#8221; company_name=&#8221;Planchers 1867&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Testimonial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ab Vinyl remains the best-selling product for now. The qualities that make people buy it in large quantities are its water resistance and ease of maintenance. \u00bb <\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Laminate : the perfect compromise for your family room.&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#474747&#8243; title_font_size=&#8221;22px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a long time, laminate was perceived as vulnerable to moisture, but modern models now offer water resistance that meets the needs of many Quebec families. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/en\/product-category\/floor\/style-laminate\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laminate floor covering<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> represents the perfect compromise between comfort, durability, and affordability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.planchers1867.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Elegant-swatch-scaled.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;1867-vinyle-evolution-4-mm-150-mm-936-mm-merisier&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Elegant swatch&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;50%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><b>Advantages :\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scratch- and abrasion-resistant<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Authentic wood look\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good sound insulation\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Limit :\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not suitable for rooms directly exposed to water from outside; consequently, it requires rigorous maintenance and the maintenance of a neutral pH.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Steve Gaumond&#8221; company_name=&#8221;Planchers 1867&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Testimonial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ab Laminate has better scratch resistance than vinyl, and the surface is more durable. Furthermore, in my opinion, laminate still offers the most realistic wood-like appearance. \u00bb<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;Comparison Chart : Vinyl, Ceramic, or Laminate ?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#E02B20&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 240px;\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; background-color: #e02b20; text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Critera<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Laminate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>SPC Vinyl<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Ceramic<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Water resistance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Good on surface<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Excellent<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Wear resistance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Good<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Good<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Comfort<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Good<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Good<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Cold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Maintenance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Low<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Hallway<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">2\/5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">4\/5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Entrance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">2\/5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">4\/5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">5\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Family room<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">4\/5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">5\/5<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">3\/5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center; background-color: #ffd4d4;\"><strong>Durability<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">15-20 year<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">15-20 year<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">30+ year<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; background-color: #e02b20; text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Economical $<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">Medium $$<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 16.6667%; height: 24px; text-align: center;\">High $$$<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=&#8221;What mistakes should you avoid as a homeowner ?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; title_level=&#8221;h2&#8243; title_text_color=&#8221;#E02B20&#8243; 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Ceramic tile remains the choice for absolute durability if your budget allows. Laminate is suitable for stable family rooms, but not for damp entryways.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_testimonial author=&#8221;Steve Gaumond&#8221; company_name=&#8221;Planchers 1867&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Testimonial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ab Every application has its appropriate type of flooring. 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