El Paso’s climate, lifestyle, and design trends offer both opportunities and challenges when selecting flooring. Whether you’re remodeling your living room, upgrading your kitchen floors, or finishing a basement, picking the right material matters more than you might imagine. Since 1983, Santana’s Flooring has been helping homeowners in El Paso find flooring that looks great and stands up to daily life. Here are some expert tips from our showroom to help you make the best choice.
Why Flooring Choice Matters
- Durability & Maintenance: Some materials wear down faster, stain more easily, or need more upkeep.
- Climate Considerations: El Paso can be hot and dry. Certain flooring reacts differently to heat, dryness, and occasional moisture.
- Style & Comfort: Flooring impacts the feel of a room—warm and cozy, sleek and modern, rustic, or formal.
- Budget + Long-Term Value: It’s not just the cost upfront, but how long it lasts, and how much upkeep is required.
What to Consider Before Picking Flooring
- Room and Use Case
- High traffic areas (entryways, kitchens, hallways) need tougher, more scratch-resistant flooring.
- Wet areas (bathrooms, laundry rooms) require water-resistant or waterproof options.
- Bedrooms may prioritize comfort underfoot and sound absorption.
- Climate & Conditions
- With El Paso’s heat, materials that expand or contract too much might warp or gap.
- Flooring that stays cool could help reduce energy costs.
- Style & Interior Design
- Do you want a look that matches southwestern, modern, rustic, or transitional?
- Consider flooring color and texture: lighter floors to brighten, darker for warmth and depth.
- Maintenance Needs
- Do you have pets or kids? That likely means you need something easy to clean and scratch-resistant.
- Some materials require sealing or special cleaners; others are low maintenance.
- Budget and Long-Term Cost
- Factor in cost of installation, subfloor prep, and long-term repairs or replacing.
- Sometimes spending a little more on quality saves a lot later.
Flooring Options We Recommend at Santana’s
Here are some of the flooring types we specialize in, with pros & cons based on what our El Paso customers often want:
| Flooring Type | Pros | Things to Think About |
|---|---|---|
| Carpet | Soft, warm, good sound absorption, many styles & price points. | Needs regular cleaning, may hold onto allergens, can stain or wear faster in high traffic. |
| Ceramic / Porcelain Tile | Durable, water-resistant, cool underfoot (good for heat), lots of design options. | Grout needs maintenance, can be cold in winter, hard surface = less forgiving. |
| Vinyl Plank | Water resistant, realistic wood look, more forgiving underfoot, easier maintenance. | Lower-end versions may dent/scratch; ensure good installation. |
| Laminate | Often more affordable, lots of styles, easier to install. | If moisture gets underneath, can warp; edges need protection. |
| Hardwood | Classic, adds value, beautiful grain and texture, can be refinished. | Sensitive to moisture & humidity; more costly; needs proper installation & maintenance. |
How Santana’s Flooring Helps You Make the Best Choice
Since 1983, we’ve watched what holds up best in El Paso homes and what customers love. Here’s how we support you:
- A wide showroom with real samples you can see, touch, and walk on.
- Expert guidance to match material to your room’s use, climate, and style.
- Professional installation with attention to details like subfloors, moisture barriers, proper sealing, and finish.
- Free estimates so you know upfront what to expect.
- Friendly, local service—because we’re part of this community.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Choosing looks first without considering durability.
- Skipping underlayment or moisture protection for tile or laminate.
- Using improper materials in high moisture areas.
- Not thinking ahead about maintenance.
- Picking flooring without seeing a sample in your room’s lighting.
Final Thoughts
With the right flooring, your home can be more beautiful, comfortable, and functional. At Santana’s Flooring Store, we believe the flooring should fit your life, not force your life to fit it. If you’re ready to explore options, stop by our showroom at 8000 Dyer Street, El Paso, call us at (915) 751-6644, or let us help with a free in-home estimate.
Your dream floor is not just what you see—it’s what you live with every day. Let’s make sure it’s something you love.