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Flooring Around the World: 5 Global Styles You Can Make Your Own
Somewhere in your saved photos, there's a room you've never forgotten. For some, it's zellige shimmering up a Marrakech courtyard wall. For others, it's pale oak running the length of a Copenhagen flat. Photos like these are easy to collect. What they never include is a path into your own house: a name for the look, the craft behind it, and a local source for the materials.
This guide supplies that path for five traditions in global flooring design. While the styles come from around the world, every material behind them is sold and installed right here in Greater Cincinnati.
Best Outdoor Flooring for Patios, Porches, and Outdoor Rooms
“Ah, the great outdoors!” and “Home, sweet home.” These two phrases are the backbone of daily American life. And now our kids are on board when they tell us to “touch grass.” So, it’s the natural next step to bring your home life a little bit more... outside. Enter: an outdoor living space. No matter what type of space you have, though, a patio, porch, or outdoor room each experience the elements in a different way than the rest of your home.
6 Tile Trends That'll Make You Rethink Every Surface in Your Home
2026 belongs to personality. The most interesting homes right now feel like the people who live in them. They're specific and layered, built around the colors and textures that feel most like home to one particular person. That kind of space asks a lot of its materials, because everything in it has to hold up to daily life without losing its character along the way.
Flooring Choices That Match Your Budget, Style, and Needs
Choosing the perfect flooring can feel like solving a tricky puzzle—balancing affordability, durability, and style. Thankfully, modern flooring technologies have made it easier to find solutions that meet all three needs. Whether you're designing a cozy retreat or a high-traffic hub, this guide will help you weigh the strengths and weaknesses of popular flooring types. Let’s explore your options!
When Should I Replace My Floors?
You love your floors. They are an essential part of your home’s identity and style. However, sometimes floors need to be replaced to protect the value of your home and promote a healthier lifestyle.
The Ultimate Guide to Slip-Resistant Flooring
At A Step Above Flooring, we love winter. Cheerful holidays, time spent with family, roaring fires, and snowy wonderlands—the winter season is unlike any other time of year.
However, with the cold weather comes snow, sleet, and ice. When ice and snow stick to our shoes, they melt into water in the warmth of our homes. This can lead to a higher risk of slips and falls.