flor tiles

I love the simplicity and elegance behind the FLOR concept: although they are essentially carpet squares, the sheer variety of colors, textures and modular form factor make them extremely versatile from a decor standpoint. As their own website puts it, the DIY not only stands for “do-it-yourself” but “design-it-yourself.”

Aside from a color palette that spans the rainbow, FLOR tiles come in numerous patterns. Above: Fine Vine and Party Line feature tasteful floral patterns, She Loves Me Too (available in three pink, peach and yellow) has overtones of Warhol, and Thick & Thin is modern/contemporary art for the floor. Vienna Swirl is definitely one of those love-it or hate-it patterns with a Van Gogh-like pattern that, in an informal poll with friends resembles either artisan stained glass or lichen.

Numerous textures are also available depending on your specific needs, ranging from high-pile to treaded. Above: Comfort Zone has a plush, woolly feel while Wide Wale’s ribbed consistency is similar to corduroy. Meanwhile, Working Class pulls no punches: designed for high traffic areas, this low-pile carpet is even suitable for garages. My favorite: Scattered Leaves features a gorgeous embossed botanical motif with half a dozen neutral colors to choose from.

FLOR’s potential uses include runners, area rugs and wall-to-wall carpeting, although there are a few caveats. Although based on commercial modular flooring (which has been around a lot longer), most tiles are suitable only for residential use. They are also not recommended for use on carpet (although some FLOR owners do this anyway). Despite these limitations, FLOR is eminently functional and presents a nearly irresistible array of design possibilities for the enterprising decorator.
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