Functional Flooring: Spotlight On Innovative Flooring
Flooring selections for a variety of functions and design tastes.
Whether you’re seeking durable planks for a multigenerational home or porcelain tile for a bold aesthetic statement, local retailers have your bases covered with a wide range of flooring options. Here are a few of our favorites to spark inspiration for your next home project.
Photo: Courtesy of HPM Building Supply
HPM Building Supply: StrataLux Click & Lock Flooring and Luxury Vinyl Tile/Luxury Vinyl Plank
HPM’s StrataLux Click & Lock Flooring Collection is twice as thick as commonly stocked flooring, and is a durable option against scratches, stains and fading. For Hawaii’s humid climate, Luxury Vinyl Tile and Luxury Vinyl Plank are highly favored in place of ceramic, carpet and hardwood. To order, contact Paul Mendoza, HPM flooring design manager, at (808) 365-5024 or paul.mendoza@hpmhawaii.com, or visit HPM Building Supply locations on Hawaii Island, Maui, Oahu and Kauai. hpmhawaii.com | (808) 365-5024
Photo: Courtesy of Hardware Hawaii
Hardware Hawaii: BCI-JOIST
Set the foundation for wood flooring with Hardware Hawaii. As a distributor of Boise Cascade’s line of engineered wood products, Hardware Hawaii offers the BCI-JOIST, which is designed for performance and longevity. The BCI-JOIST is cost-effective, sustainable, stronger than dimensional lumber, and results in a quieter floor with less bounce, squeaks and vibration. Contact Bill Lee, Hardware Hawaii merchandising buyer, at (808) 784-4312 or blee@hardwarehawaii.com for more information. hardwarehawaii.com | (808) 266-1133
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Bella Pietra Design: Artistic Tile Fringe Design
In Hawaii’s tropical climate, indoor-outdoor living is the way to go. Bella Pietra Design offers transitional tiles that fit well for our Island lifestyle, such as Artistic Tile’s Fringe design. This linear porcelain tile features functional grouted groove lines and two different width variations for slip resistance. Fringe tile works well for seamless shower floors, pool decks and indoor-outdoor dining rooms. Available in five colorways, Fringe can be paired with bold colored grout for eye-catching impact. bellapietradesign.com | (808) 587-7779
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Selective Stone: Zero Slip MSI Tiles
One of the primary flooring concerns for Hawaii homeowners is slippage. Selective Stone’s Zero Slip MSI tiles are safe, stylish, and functional flooring options. Available in large format tiles, MSI’s Traktion Porcelain from the Calypso Collection is exceptionally slip-resistant in both indoor and outdoor spaces. Choose from five natural colors in polished and matte. “Preventative maintenance is an investment in the longevity of your tile, so I always recommend products be sealed,” says Kevin Nip, owner of Selective Stone. selectivestone.net | (808) 839-2979
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City Mill: Aspec Tiles Partnership with Pono Stone
In 2023, City Mill introduced Aspec Tiles, an exclusive line of tile in partnership with local manufacturer and installer Pono Stone. This collaboration marks Pono Stone’s first foray into retail, offering accessible and stylish multipurpose porcelain and ceramic selections. These DIY-friendly tiles are available in a variety of neutral hues and finishes, in both small format and mosaic options. Aspec Tiles and installation supplies are available online and at any of City Mill’s eight Oahu stores. citymill.com | (808) 533-3811
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