Flooring 101: Your Guide to Choosing the Right Floors

Not sure which flooring is right for your home? Our team at Monarch Floors 1953 has been helping Edmonton homeowners pick the perfect floors since 1953. Browse our guides on carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, luxury vinyl, and tile to find the best fit for your space, your lifestyle, and your budget.

You'll find plenty of flooring products at Monarch Floors 1953. We've been helping Edmonton homeowners and businesses since 1953, and our showroom at 14240 118 Avenue is filled with flooring you can see, compare, and even take home as samples before you buy.

Our team is here to help you find the right fit for your space and your budget.

Start by exploring the options we carry in our Edmonton showroom:

• Hardwood Flooring – Hardwood is a top choice for Edmonton homeowners who want warmth underfoot and timeless style.
• Laminate Flooring – Today's laminate is scratch-resistant, easy to maintain, and built to handle busy households.
• Vinyl Flooring – A practical, water-resistant option that works in kitchens, bathrooms, and basements across Edmonton.
• Luxury Vinyl Flooring – Luxury vinyl plank and tile are some of the fastest-growing choices in Edmonton homes.
• Carpet – Soft, warm, and perfect for bedrooms and living areas. With Edmonton's long winters, carpet adds comfort that hard surfaces simply cannot match.
• Tile Flooring – Durable and versatile. Tile is ideal for bathrooms, entryways, and heated floor systems that make Edmonton winters a little easier.

We carry trusted brands like Mohawk, Pergo, Mannington, Shaw Floors, Armstrong Flooring, Godfrey Hirst, and Karastan. You can browse our full Flooring Products Collection or check out the Canadian Flooring Brands we proudly stock.

Choosing the right floor is only half the job. Our team handles the rest:

• Flooring Installation – Our in-house installation team delivers consistent, quality workmanship on every project. No subcontractors, no surprises.
• Commercial Flooring – From offices in downtown Edmonton to retail spaces along Whyte Avenue, we provide flooring solutions for businesses of all sizes.

These guides walk you through the big decisions Edmonton homeowners face when choosing new floors, from picking the right material for each room to understanding what makes a local flooring store the smarter choice.

6 Things to Consider Before Choosing New Flooring
Budget, lifestyle, allergies, maintenance, and room layout all play a role in finding the right floor. This guide breaks down the six questions you should answer before making a decision.

Choosing the Best Flooring for Every Room
Kitchens need something waterproof. Bedrooms call for something soft. This room-by-room breakdown helps you match the right flooring type to each space in your home.

Waterproof Flooring for Active Households
Kids, pets, and busy schedules mean spills happen. Learn how waterproof flooring options from Pergo handle everyday messes without sacrificing style.

Five Reasons to Shop for Flooring Locally in Edmonton
From hands-on samples to expert design advice, shopping at a local Edmonton flooring store like Monarch Floors 1953 gives you advantages that online retailers simply can't match.