Mudroom and entry flooring built for Wyoming winters
Snow, gravel, road salt and ski boots all land in the entry. Six months a year the floor by the door is wet. It needs to be waterproof, hard to scratch and easy to mop. Here is what works.
1. Porcelain tile
Porcelain is the toughest floor we sell. It will not scratch from gravel, will not stain from salt and does not care how much melted snow sits on it. Choose a textured finish for grip and a mid-tone color that hides dirt between cleanings.
2. Rigid-core LVP
If the entry flows into the rest of the house, COREtec or Shaw rigid-core LVP keeps one continuous floor. Waterproof and scratch resistant, and warmer underfoot than tile. Add a good boot tray and it will last.
3. Carpet tile for a boot room
For a dedicated boot room or ski room, a commercial carpet tile with a moisture-resistant backing absorbs the mess and dries fast. Swap out the worst tile at the door every few years and the room looks new.
In stock now: LVP and carpet tile are stocked in Thayne. Tile is special order and usually arrives in one to two weeks. See the in-stock page. A custom-cut entry rug with a non-slip pad is available at /rugs/.
Planning built-in benches or cubbies? Ask about Kemper and MasterBrand cabinetry. We can plan the floor and the storage together so the transitions are clean.
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