Adding an area rug for decoration to a hard surface floor such as hardwood, laminate, vinyl or tile is a common thing to do. It can also be laid over wall-to-wall carpet for better visual.

Deciding the right kind of floor is one of the biggest decisions you will need to make when setting up your home. It is a huge investment and is also the toughest as it is something you’ll live with for many years, if not forever.

While ‘contemporary’ and ‘modern’ may often be used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two when it comes to flooring.