8 Flooring Trends That Will Take Over in 2025

Flooring upgrades can make all the difference in an otherwise ordinary room. This moderate-cost change can easily fit into any budget and make a big impact on the look and feel of your spaces. However, the trends are ever-changing, so it is important to know which flooring materials and aesthetics are currently in style and which will stand the test of time. Experts say that, in 2025, flooring trends will favor everything from natural woods to polished concrete. Here are the biggest flooring styles and trends to look out for in 2025.

Natural elements

Bringing a bit of the outdoors indoors is a trend to watch this year. Experts say we’ll likely see more flooring continuity with external patios or porticos and the adjoining indoor rooms, extending those outdoor natural textures inside the home. The flooring materials itself will also mimic more outdoor elements. “In 2025, I’m seeing a rise in textured tiles that mimic natural elements like stone or concrete, adding depth and character,” says Mike Belk, founder of BELK Tile.

Isfira Jensen, Principal Interior Designer at Jensen & Co. Interiors, echoes that realistic stone options, like matte slate and marble, continue to rise in popularity, offering elegance and practicality​.

Easy-to-clean tiles

In 2025, Jensen expects large format tiles, with minimal grout lines, to be a “go-to” for many homeowners. Large tiles are durable and easy to maintain without fear of staining grout. Continuous flooring styles can be made of many types of materials, so there’s something for everyone. “Fewer grout lines create a more seamless, uninterrupted surface which makes the room feel larger and more expansive,” she explains. “Also, large tiles provide clean lines and more simplicity. The uncluttered look allows for the focus in the room to be on the fixtures and cabinetry rather than busy flooring.”

Parquet

Intricate flooring designs, like herringbone patterns are expected to make a comeback, especially with natural wood looks. Parquet flooring is a timeless classic that fell out of fashion in favor of synthetic alternatives that require less upkeep. But there’s nothing like the real thing. In 2025, experts say consumers are looking to retro looks for modern inspiration, and parquet flooring is a great place to start. “This nostalgic yet timeless design brings visual interest and movement, adding a touch of grandeur to any space​,” explains Martha Chatham Wakelin, Creative Director at LX Hausys America.

Bold patterns

“For a bolder statement, classic checkerboard patterns are making a comeback,” adds Jessica Bandstra, Head of Design at Dogwood Proper, a boutique interior design firm in Nashville and Houston. Whether its retro tiles, patterned luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring, or stamped concrete, expect the unexpected in flooring patterns in 2025.

Light wood

In addition to natural, textured stone, sun-drenched blonde wood tones are likely to make a comeback. Wakelin says, “These airy, natural hues are becoming increasingly popular for their uplifting and modern feel​.” Whereas dark tones were once beloved for minimalism and hiding scuffs, light tones are in peak season, because nature is in this year.

Concrete

Popular in lofts and high rises, concrete floors offer an industrial or commercial feel. But, in 2025, expect to see polished concrete in places you might not expect. From beach houses to finished basements, this extremely durable flooring material is set to pop up in more versatile household interiors. Concrete floors are easy to clean and durable when properly sealed. Topping them with beautiful area rugs can lend seasonal warmth and contrasting colors.

Sustainable Materials

Many wood varieties are restricted or endangered. While none of the protected varieties should make it onto any flooring showroom, it is important to be an educated consumer. If you’re just starting out, the CITES and Timber guide is a great place to learn the difference between “natural” and “sustainable.”

Belk says sustainable materials like cork or recycled content will be popular this year. As people make more environmentally conscious choices, locally sourced and recycled flooring will grow in appeal. Reused wood or tile from a recent home rehabilitation project can add unique character and history to ordinary flooring. Alternatively, cork is a biodegradable material that doesn’t contribute to deforestation because cork trees are not cut down. Just the bark is harvested to make many useful household products.

Knots & Grain

A return to natural woods is a call to embrace the beauty of flaws. Hard and soft woods have grains and knots that offer novelty and unique appeal. In 2025, distinct grain and knots won’t hide under thick polishes meant to mask their characteristic ovals, circles, and lines. Instead, expect more subtle stains and transparent seals that showcase the elements that make wooden materials so special in the first place.