A new baby brings a flutter of thoughts, feelings and emotions to one’s life – but it also brings with it a renewed sense of innovation, - innovation to design that perfect baby den. The nursery is a special part of the new baby experience and you want to build it from the ground up.

Choosing your themes and making it work is the very first step. But once you have established your theme it’s important to start considering what flooring option will suit your home. Each flooring type has its own unique story and brings a different look and feel to your baby’s first ever home stay. Read on for timber and laminate flooring options and work out what is best for you and your baby and most importantly your family going forward.

Timber flooring is perfect for a couple ready to begin their family and plan to always keep the nursery as the same room. Timber is a durable wearing flooring that suits a domestic goddess who wants more baby cuddles then she does ground scrubbing. However, a setback for the wood flooring options is that it does cost more than other flooring types but does give you the opportunity to change your décor with accessories such as floor rugs which will also add an extra layer of protection.

The most common flooring that comes to mind is carpet. It’s soft on tiny feet, plays an acoustic role (perhaps this is more beneficial for the parents!) and if its asthma and allergies that may be an issue in the home we have you covered with our Brease carpet range.

An affordable alternative to timber is Luxury Vinyl flooring which has the beautiful designs of a timber, however it is warmer and quieter underfoot.

Patterns, colours, textures, themes and accessories all add flair and fashion to a nursery but it’s important to choose the right floor rug to suit your perfect floor. The best part about flooring rugs is they are inexpensive, durable and can be changed or rotated to keep in line with changing nursery trends. That is super important when the little one grows up! As your kids grow up, the nursery can become a sunroom where you can enjoy reading and relaxing.

At the end of the day, the nursery is just one room of the home and your flooring decision does need to be based around what flooring options you have used throughout your home. It is important to do your research and know exactly what it is you are looking at when making a flooring decision. After all, the nursery is the very first place your bundle of joy will live when he or she first comes home. Every decision matters.