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Our New Karndean Floor

By Sabrina @pinklilnotebook · On May 3, 2019

I will be the first to say that picking a floor is a huge decision. There’s no getting around it, that’s for sure.

The pressure to choose the right type of product, on top of nailing down your exact design style, are some pretty major choices to make at the start of a project.

That’s why I went into heavy research mode when it came to choosing a new floor for my unit. I needed to make sure I was installing something durable enough for commercial use.

After a visit to the Karndean showroom (which, you can read all about in my previous post), I had everything I needed to make a final decision. Ultimately, I chose to go with the Karndean LooseLay Longboard in Pearl Oak.

I picked this product mainly for its durability, the easy installation and the aesthetic of the Pearl Oak, but there are a ton of additional benefits that come along with this LooseLay product.

When they say installation is quick and easy, they really mean it. The backside of the plank has a green K-Wave friction grip. When you place it on the floor, it automatically stays in place creating a strong bond to the subfloor. There’s no need for adhesive.

In our situation, since we are a retail space, I wanted the added protection. Karndean does have a K-Spray adhesive, which we used in some of the heavy traffic areas.

When placing the planks on the floor, a tight fit is needed to keep it all in place. Cutting and trimming the LooseLay Longboards is the best part—you literally score it with a razor knife and snap. The minimal mess is a huge plus in my books!

I absolutely love the soft hues of Pearl Oak. The depth of colour, combined with the realistic look of wood, really nailed my vision. It has a slight undertone of grey making it the perfect foundation for the soft colour palette I will be using.

Pro tip: always take flooring into consideration when choosing paint colours. The undertones matter and you want something that complements each other.

It took us a little over a day to complete the entire unit (front retail space, bathroom and kitchen).

With the floors finally complete, things are coming together rather quickly. Counters are going in, molding and trim work on the walls. Oh, and lots of paint coming soon!

Click through these links to see more about our shop makeover: Some Pretty Exciting News, We all Scream for Ice Cream!, Old Dated Ceiling Tile-No Problem, DIY: How to Update Old Ceiling Tile, Marble Accent Wall with Murals Wallpaper, Is Vinyl Flooring a Good Choice?, Our New Karndean Floor, DIY Laminate Countertops, Finishing Details, Final Reveal: My Ice Cream Shop

Disclosure: I only use products I love and trust. I’m ecstatic, Karndean Designflooring, has agreed to partner with me in my unit makeover. As always, this post reflects my honest thoughts and opinions.

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Sabrina

Sabrina is the design enthusiast behind the blog, Pink Little Notebook, where she explores her creativity through home décor, thrift store finds, DIY projects and her ever growing love to paint everything in sight! She is indeed a storyteller of style and has an extensive mixture of artistic skills and abilities which include everything from make-up art, graphic designing, painting, drawing, and even self-taught photography, just to name a few. Through her blog Sabrina combines everything she has learned over the years and hopes to inspire others along the way!

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11 Comments

  • Marette Flora says: May 3, 2019 at 8:29 pm

    This floor looks so good. I like the unique look.

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  • Crystal // Dreams, etc. says: May 3, 2019 at 11:59 pm

    They look great! And yes! Great tip about considering the color of the floor when choosing paint colors. They can clash if you don’t think about it.

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  • Mar says: May 4, 2019 at 10:45 am

    They look great! Flooring has definitely come a long way.

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  • Christa says: May 4, 2019 at 7:01 pm

    Wow, these floors look absolutely gorgeous! I so need a home renovation , especially my floors. This is definitely inspo.

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  • aisasami says: May 4, 2019 at 9:48 pm

    What beautiful flooring that is simple yet elegant. You didn’t install yourself?

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  • Jasmine Hewitt says: May 4, 2019 at 10:08 pm

    they look awesome! we had this exact flooring in our last apartment before buying a house!

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  • Helen says: May 5, 2019 at 11:55 am

    I am obsessed with your new floors! They look amazing!

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  • Chelsea Pearl says: May 5, 2019 at 12:38 pm

    Oh my gosh, I love the look! I know nothing about floors and home renovation and this looks like such a nice option.

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  • Jasmine Vargas says: May 5, 2019 at 11:08 pm

    I love it. You guys did a good job picking the floors.

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  • Jason Myopic says: December 1, 2019 at 8:28 pm

    Flooring really does bring the whole room together. You did a great job! It is amaing how trim elements and doors, and flooring really do make a difference in the look of a room.

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  • Kandice says: November 22, 2022 at 12:15 pm

    Hi, I’m researching flooring after our house got water damaged and I keep coming back to this brand. It’s been a few years since you installed, will you give an update about how they have held up? Any cons or still 100% in love? Thank you for your posting.

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