Big Floors for Big Views: The Rise of Wide-Plank & Large-Format

There is a design revolution happening in Northern Utah. As we move toward “Mountain Modern” and “Organic Modern” aesthetics, the scale of our flooring is growing. While small, narrow strips were once the standard, today’s homeowners are looking for wide-plank (7”–9”) and large-format (12”x24” or larger) options to elevate their space.

Making Small Spaces Feel Expansive

It may seem counterintuitive, but larger planks actually make smaller rooms feel bigger.

• Fewer Visual Breaks: Every time a plank ends, your eye registers a line. In a room with narrow 3-inch boards, there are thousands of lines, which can make a space feel “busy” or cramped. By switching to 9-inch wide planks, you reduce the number of seams by more than half. This allows the eye to sweep across the room uninterrupted, creating an illusion of greater square footage.

• Highlighting Natural Beauty: Large-format flooring allows the natural “story” of the material to shine. Whether it’s the long, sweeping grain of a European Oak visual or the intricate veining of a stone-look tile, more surface area means more room for the design to breathe.

A Modern Aesthetic for the Wasatch Front

Wide planks and large tiles offer a cleaner, more upscale look that mimics the expansive beauty of our local landscape. By choosing larger formats, you reduce the amount of grout (in the case of tile) or seams (in the case of vinyl), leading to a more hygienic and easier-to-clean surface. It’s a sophisticated choice that brings a sense of calm and luxury to any Riverdale home.

Ready to give your home a modern, spacious transformation? Visit our showroom to browse our massive selection of wide-plank flooring and see how “going big” can change your entire view!