There is something elegant about wood floor designs that instantly elevates the look of your home and makes your dream home feel more classy.
Wood floor designs feel warm, classic, and vintage and fit well with almost every architectural design, may it be modern, rustic, or minimalist. I remember walking inside my friend’s house and witnessing those flooring for the first time and thinking to myself, “oh how beautiful, oh how expensive”, but truth be told they need not to be expensive if you know just which one to choose and how.
With this blog let us dive into the world of interior design and look at the types, trends, costs, and tips to revamp your home with wood floor designs in 2025.
Before we talk aesthetics and costs, let’s get clear on the three main types of wood flooring in India you’ll come across:
Solid wood flooring is a type of wood flooring that is crafted using a single piece of wood and is famous for its timeless look and natural composition. Each and every plank showcases the unique grain of the tree and the texture from aging, turning your 1 BHK home into a sanctuary of timeless elegance and class.
Solid wood floor interior design is typically around ¾ inch thick and is made out of different trees like Oak, Walnut, Maple, Teak, etc. The reason why many homebuyers prefer this flooring for their house is because they last longer, can be sanded and refinished to keep the shine, and the aesthetic fetches good resale value.
As there is the case with all, there are pros and there are cons. The cons for this type of interior design in India is that solid wood flooring does not do well with moisture, it usually has higher raw material and installation cost, and it is prone to expansion and shrinkage during rains.
Where it works best:
If you love the look of real wood but want something a bit more versatile and a bit more budget-friendly for your home, engineered wood should be your go-to choice for your interior design in 2025. It’s crafted by bonding multiple layers of wood together, usually a hardwood veneer on top with plywood, giving it both the charm of solid wood and the strength and endurance of a solid wooden flooring.
This type of wood flooring has slowly become the darling of modern homes in Mumbai, especially in cities where humidity and changing temperatures are a constant battle. It’s the flooring that doesn’t throw a tantrum every time the weather flips.
Pros:
Engineered wood holds up better in areas with moisture and temperature shifts and is easier to install and often comes with DIY-friendly click-and-lock options. The top layer is real wood, so you still get that rich, textured finish. Plus, it’s usually more pocket-friendly than solid hardwood.
Cons:
The cons of having an engineered wood floor design inside your 1 BHK flat or 2 BHK home is that it can only be sanded and refinished once or twice after installing. Additionally, Engineered wood floor design does not age as gracefully solid wood flooring and while it is more stable and water proof than pure wood flooring, it still cannot withhold excess water and leakage.
To be honest, not everyone’s looking to flaunt real wood and have it installed in their homes and that’s where laminate flooring comes into the picture. It's not real wood, but very closely resembles real wood. Made out of high-density fiberboard (HDF) and polished with a photographic layer that imitates wood grain, making it the perfect choice for homeowners who want the look and feel of wood but not actual wood in their homes.
Pros:
Laminate flooring are considered to be budget-friendly, scratch-resistant, and super easy to clean, making it the choice for families with young kids and pets running around. Equipped with an easy click and lock system for easy and DIY installation. Since it is not real wood and comes with easy installation, laminate wood floor designs are cost effective and have almost no maintenance cost.
Cons:
Since laminate wood floors are nothing but a photogenic print, it does not flaunt the same texture and volume as hardwood floors and cannot be refinished. Meaning, once the top layer wears off or it is damaged, replacement is your only option, there are no “quick or easy fixes”. While some expensive flooring looks great, cheaper laminates can feel, well… a bit plasticky.
Wood flooring in 2025 is all about blending elements of nature with personality and adding the warmth to your home that makes it truly feels like yours and brings the calm and comfort that you as a homeowner and family man would desire. Here are some of the latest trends in India for wood floor design in 2025;
| Type | Price Range (Per Sq. Ft.) | Installation Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Solid Hardwood | ₹500 – ₹900 | ₹150 – ₹250 |
| Engineered Wood | ₹300 – ₹600 | ₹100 – ₹200 |
| Laminate Flooring | ₹80 – ₹250 | ₹50 – ₹100 |
Note: Prices vary based on brand, quality, plank size, and finish. Imported materials and intricate installation patterns naturally increase the cost multiple folds than the estimates.
Now the question is whether wood flooring is actually better than the age old tile? The answer, like most things in design, depends on what you value more and how much are you willing to spend.
Tiles win when it comes to water resistance, cooling tropical climate, and durability in high-moisture spaces such as bathrooms or balconies. They’re low maintenance, cost effective, and ideal for Indian households.
Wooden flooring on the other hand are fairly modern and offer warmth, texture, tones, emotional depth, and a certain degree of elegance to your homes making your 1 BHK in Vasai or a 2 BHK flat in Virar seem like a luxurious apartment in Bandra. In the end, it’s all about balance and what you personally want inside your home and a trend can seen in many modern Indian homes where homeowners opt for a mix of both, blending style and utility as per convenience, all while maintaining the aesthetic feel of it; tiles in bathrooms and wood flooring in living rooms and bedrooms.
If you are a first time homebuyer and navigating the home interior design process, torn between choosing tile flooring, wood flooring, or a laminate wood floor design, our team of experts at JSB Group are here to guide you through the whole home buying and home design process, making you entry into the Mumbai real estate market a memorable and pleasant one.
Because we believe the right home and the best floor design for your family isn’t just the one that looks good, it’s the one you’ll find peace in and the one you’ll love walking on.