Smooth and natural flooring in both wood and stone looks continued to dominate the tile and plank collections seen at recent surface materials and building trade shows in Las Vegas. There’s movement away from whitewashed gray and rustic wood flooring, although those choices are still available. And resilient flooring continues to improve, with designers of luxury vinyl tile capturing the look of real hardwood’s beauty and imperfections, adding character that’s affordable and easy to maintain.

“This season, resilient flooring trends are focusing on a more balanced and refined aesthetic,” says Joyce Van Waeleghem, senior director of design, resilient flooring for Mohawk. “The heavily rustic designs and cool-toned wood looks that were once popular are being replaced by neo-rustic styles that combine rustic warmth with a cleaner, more sophisticated finish. Lighter natural wood tones and warmer hues are taking the spotlight, with oak and walnut textures still leading the way.

“On the stone-look side, high-contrast slates and stones are losing favor, while subtle, earthy options like sandstones and travertines are becoming more popular,” Van Waeleghem says. “Classic white marble continues to be a dominant choice.”