The 10 Best Flooring Brands of 2026

Mohawk Flooring is a great all-around pick for homeowners who want one reliable brand for every room. With over 100 years of experience, a wide range of products, and a real focus on sustainable, low-VOC manufacturing, Mohawk offers quality that lasts, whether you’re finishing a basement or a master bedroom. The RevWood Plus collection stands out because it’s waterproof and has a realistic wood look, making it a top choice for families with kids or pets. However, Mohawk’s entry-level products sometimes have less consistent finish quality compared to their higher-end options.

• Laminate: $4 to $7 per sq. ft. installed
• Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP): $5 to $10 per sq. ft. installed
• Engineered Hardwood: $8 to $15 per sq. ft. installed

The RevWood Plus collection combines waterproof protection with authentic wood texture, making it ideal for families and pet owners.

Mohawk offers many products with a limited lifetime warranty, but for some collections, coverage is actually limited to 20 years. Be sure to read the full warranty details before you buy.

Shaw Flooring is one of the most trusted brands in the industry, and for good reason. It offers a wide range of materials, reliable warranties, and is easy to find in stores across the U.S., making it a solid choice for homeowners who want both style and peace of mind. The Floorté Pro line stands out with its strong SPC core and up to a 30-mil wear layer, making it one of the toughest LVP options at this price, plus it comes with a lifetime residential warranty. Keep in mind that installation quality can vary, so it’s smart to get several quotes and check installer credentials.

• Carpet (with pad): $4 to $7 per sq. ft. installed
• Luxury Vinyl Plank: $5 to $10 per sq. ft. installed
• Engineered Hardwood: $8 to $16 per sq. ft. installed

The Floorté Pro collection is SPC rigid-core LVP with up to a 30-mil wear layer, lifetime residential warranty, and strong waterproof performance for active households.

Most quotes include both materials and labor. Premium finishes, waterproof cores, and removing old flooring can increase the total cost, so make sure you know exactly what’s included before you agree to any estimate.

Anderson Tuftex is known for its top-quality artisan hardwood flooring, with unmatched handcrafted details. Its wide-plank designs, rich finishes, and Greenguard Gold-certified materials make it a great choice for homeowners building or remodeling a luxury home where the floor is a key feature. The Noble Hall Collection, with its wire-brushed white oak in natural tones, shows off what this brand does best: elegant hardwood that looks better with age. The downside is the higher price and a smaller selection if you also want vinyl or laminate.

• Engineered Hardwood: $12 to $18 per sq. ft. installed
• Wide-Plank and Specialty Finishes: $14 to $20 per sq. ft. installed
• Acoustic Underlayment and Premium Trims: add $1 to $3 per sq. ft.

The Noble Hall Collection is a wire-brushed wide-plank white oak with a lifetime structural warranty and Greenguard Gold certification, ideal for high-end renovations.

You can only buy Anderson Tuftex through authorized dealers, not at big-box stores. Custom stains, stair work, and special layout patterns need expert installation and will increase your project cost.

Mannington has over 100 years of experience making resilient flooring, and its Adura Max line shows that expertise. It features a WPC core with HydroLoc locking, a 20-mil wear layer, built-in sound dampening (up to 30%), and a lifetime residential warranty. Adura Max is a reliable mid-range choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements where moisture is a concern. Mannington’s catalog is smaller and not as widely available as Mohawk or Shaw, so you may have to look a bit harder, but the quality is worth it.

• Luxury Vinyl Plank: $5 to $10 per square foot installed
• Luxury Vinyl Tile: $6 to $14 per square foot installed
• Engineered Hardwood: $8 to $14 per square foot installed

The Adura Max Luxury Vinyl Plank series features a WPC waterproof core, 20-mil wear layer, built-in pad, and lifetime residential warranty, built for high-traffic and moisture-prone spaces.

Before installing Adura Max, concrete subfloors must pass a moisture test. Mannington’s warranty won’t cover problems caused by too much moisture, so check moisture levels before you order.

Karndean is known for luxury vinyl that looks almost exactly like real wood or stone. The Van Gogh and Korlok collections stand out with a 20-mil wear layer, full waterproof build, lifetime residential warranty, and very realistic designs. The Art Select and Da Vinci lines offer an even thicker 30-mil wear layer for extra protection. Karndean costs more than most vinyl brands, but the quality matches the price. It’s not as widely available in the U.S., so you may need to special order, and professional installation is best for glue-down styles.

• Rigid-core LVP: $8 to $14 per sq. ft. installed
• Glue-down LVT: $9 to $16 per sq. ft. installed
• Luxury Trims, Borders, and Design Inlays: add $1 to $4 per sq. ft.

The Korlok collection has rigid-core SPC, 20-mil wear layer, floating click-lock installation, and lifetime residential warranty, ideal for homeowners who want Karndean’s design quality with more accessible installation.

Glue-down installations need a very flat subfloor — no more than 3/16 inch difference over 10 feet. Be sure to include floor prep costs in your budget before you choose your material.

Bruce Hardwood is known for classic style and reliable quality, with over 140 years in the business. It’s a good choice for homeowners who want real American-made wood at a mid-range price. Bruce offers many wood types, finishes, and price levels, and you can find it at Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other retailers. The brand now also sells wood-look LVT under AHF Products. Some lines have had quality control issues, and warranty terms changed after Armstrong’s bankruptcy, so check current coverage with AHF before you buy.

• Solid Hardwood: $10 to $18 per sq. ft. installed
• Engineered Hardwood: $8 to $15 per sq. ft. installed
• Stair Treads and Trim Packages: add $45 to $120 per linear ft installed

Bruce’s Hydropel Engineered Hardwood features waterproof-finish engineered wood with edge treatment that resists water damage for up to 72 hours, suited for kitchens and active households.

Bruce is now owned by AHF Products after Armstrong Flooring’s 2022 bankruptcy. The brand is still active and made in the U.S., but warranty terms and product choices have changed. Check with AHF or your retailer for the latest details before buying.

Pergo invented laminate flooring and still offers easy-to-install, reliable products for everyday use. Its click-lock systems are some of the easiest for DIYers, and waterproof lines like TimberCraft Elite give budget shoppers a good alternative to more expensive vinyl. Lower-cost Pergo lines don’t look as realistic as premium brands, and some collections can fade if they get a lot of direct sunlight.

• Laminate: $4 to $7 per sq. ft. installed
• Luxury Vinyl Plank: $5 to $9 per sq. ft. installed
• Pergo Engineered Hardwood: $8 to $12 per sq. ft. installed

The TimberCraft Elite line offers waterproof laminate with natural wood grain detail, perfect for busy, budget-conscious households.

Installing Pergo’s click-lock products yourself can save a lot on labor costs. However, waterproof upgrades, stair parts, and removing old flooring will still add to your total cost, even if you do the work yourself.

Armstrong Flooring is still a well-known and easy-to-find choice for homeowners who want affordable, practical floors. The company went through bankruptcy in 2022 and is now owned by AHF Products, so it’s not the same as the old Armstrong many remember. Products and warranties have changed since then, so always check with your retailer to confirm what’s available and what the warranty covers before you buy.

• Vinyl Plank: $4 to $8 per sq. ft. installed
• Laminate: $5 to $9 per sq. ft. installed
• Sheet Vinyl: $4 to $7 per sq. ft. installed

The Rigid Core Essentials line offers affordable, durable vinyl planks that stand up to daily wear and moisture.

Armstrong Flooring filed for bankruptcy in May 2022, and AHF Products bought its North American manufacturing later that year. Some original product lines were dropped during the changes, so check with your retailer about what’s currently available and the latest warranty terms before you buy.

Proximity Mills gives you impressive features for the price, like 20- to 22-mil SPC rigid-core LVP, waterproof construction, and Greenguard Gold and FloorScore certifications — qualities you usually find in more expensive brands. You can only buy Proximity Mills from independent local flooring stores, not big-box chains, so it’s less convenient but you get expert advice. Since the brand is newer, there aren’t as many third-party reviews, and its style selection is smaller than the big names.

• Luxury Vinyl Plank: $7 to $12 per sq. ft. installed
• Engineered Hardwood: $9 to $16 per sq. ft. installed
• Waterproof Underlayment and Upgraded Trims: add $1 to $3 per sq. ft.

The Yukon River Collection is SPC rigid-core LVP with a 20-mil wear layer, embossed-in-register detailing, and Greenguard Gold certification, suited for high-traffic areas and households with pets.

You won’t find Proximity Mills at Home Depot or Lowe’s. It’s only sold through independent local flooring stores. Use the dealer locator on their website to find a store near you before you start your project.

Tarkett is one of the world’s biggest flooring makers, based in France with factories in North America, and is known for strong sustainability practices. The Tarkett Home line isn’t as well-known in the U.S. and is mostly sold through authorized dealers and some Menards stores. Most American homeowners will find better-supported brands at similar prices, but Tarkett is a good pick if eco-friendly sourcing is your top priority.

• Luxury Vinyl Plank/Tile: $5 to $9 per sq. ft. installed
• Laminate: $5 to $8 per sq. ft. installed
• Sheet Vinyl (fully adhered): $5 to $7 per sq. ft. installed

Tarkett’s Luxury Vinyl Plank collection combines realistic textures, sustainable materials, and lasting durability.

Tarkett’s residential laminate is mainly sold at Menards, which is a Midwest chain. If you live outside the Midwest, it may be hard to find locally, so check with a dealer before you plan your project.