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4 Essentials for Your Entryway

Although they’re often overlooked, entryways are a key room. As the very first space guests see in your home, entryways set the tone of your personal style. Whether big or small, simple or extravagant, there are four things every great foyer needs: storage, décor, lighting, and durable flooring.

1. Durable flooring

There isn’t much in a front foyer, but like every room, your front entrance needs flooring. Your entryway gets the most dirt and mud dragged in and is walked on with shoes all the time. If your floors aren’t durable, they’ll look worn and set a poor tone for the rest of your home. The solution? Durable floors.

Choose floors that are dent, cup, and gap resistant, preferably also waterproof or water resistant. Floors that are easy to maintain are easier to keep looking new and take up less of your time when it comes to cleaning. Add a rug or mat in your front entryway to catch dirt and further protect your floors from the in-and-out traffic. Just make sure to use a non-slip backing underneath to prevents any injuries.

At TORLYS, you can explore a luxury vinyl option like our EverWood and EverTile collections. These collections offer real wood or tile looks but are more durable, maintaining their beauty for years to come. And when it comes time to clean your floors, use TORLYS EcoCare Cleaner, a specially formulated floor cleaner solution for all TORLYS floors!

2. Storage

Entryway with TORLYS Fjord laminate in Runa Maple
Fjord laminate flooring in Runa Maple

When you walk through your front door, how does the entrance make you feel? Is it warm, welcoming and functional? Or do you have to wade through mountains of shoes, clutter, and this week’s recycling just to find a spot to remove your coat?

Storage is an essential component to a foyer because of the traffic it sees from the people with whom you live and your guests. Although every entryway needs it, not every entryway has enough storage space.

For those living in the house, especially if there are kids, tucked away storage is essential. A coat closet or a shoe cabinet can help hide clutter, which leaves more room for decorative pieces. And if you’re lucky, your coat closet can even double as a decorative piece.

A place to put down your keys, mail, or whatever you’re carrying is helpful, as is a place to sit while putting on your shoes. Depending on the size of your hallway and how much closet space you have, select furniture that suits your needs the best.

And for guests, try to have easily accessible places for them to hang their coats when they arrive. Make sure there is a place for them to put their shoes where a big pile up won’t block the door. Depending on your living situation, keep in mind how many people may be visiting you at once. Sometimes all you need is a couple of hooks to keep things easy and clutter free.

3. Décor

Your furniture might make the biggest impact, but here are a few smaller ways of upping your entryway’s décor.

Paint Colour

Choose a colour that complements the style of your home and welcomes guests. Colours with warm undertones such as yellow, orange or red are the route to go for this. If your foyer is small and already painted in a cool colour, use decorative pieces and furniture to add some warmth to your foyer.

Mirrors

Entryway with TORLYS Reclaime laminate in Jefferson Oak
Reclaime laminate flooring in Jefferson Oak

One of the smaller pieces that can create a stylish entryway is a mirror. It’s a functional addition as almost everyone looks at themselves before leaving their home, especially before work. Plus, mirrors come in various shapes and sizes and are available with simple or extravagant frames that can act as a piece of art. They also help to make your space look bigger.

Seasonal Decorations

Use your entryway to display any holiday or seasonal decorations you own to make your home feel festive and welcoming. Try adding some decorative flowers, statues or colours to add a holiday touch without adding too much clutter.

4. Lighting

A lack of light in any room can make it dreary and unpleasant. Entryways not only look better when they’re well-lit, but they make it easier for you to get ready to head out the door. Depending on your style, you can add some drama with a beautiful chandelier.

Don’t overlook your entryway when designing your home! As the first space guests see, you want to make a great impression. Use TORLYS Room Visualizer to explore your flooring options and get inspired! And when you’re ready, contact a TORLYS Dealer near you to find the perfect floors for your space.

TORLYS Welcomes Builder Specialist to Eastern Team

Experienced flooring expert joins TORLYS Quebec Team.

TORONTO, ON – January 2021 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, announced today the expansion of the Eastern division with the creation of a new role of Builder Specialist, Grand Montreal & Gatineau Regions (Spécialiste du développement commercial, régions du Grand Montréal et Gatineau).

Pciture of Sophiany SomSophiany Som joins the TORLYS Sales Team in this new position, where she will be focusing on servicing the Builder, Developer, A&D and Property Management channels of the business across Montreal and Gatineau, Quebec Regions. With 8 years of experience working as a Business Development Manager in the flooring industry, Sophiany’s background will support her in becoming an integral part of TORLYS continued success.

Prior to working in the building materials industry, Sophiany owned a marketing, promotions, and advertising company. She is a graduate of HEC Montreal where she received a Bachelor of Commerce.

“Sophiany has a history of developing strong relationships and being a true team player,” said Gilles Bourbonnais, General Manager of TORLYS Quebec region. “We look forward to her joining TORLYS and bringing her energy, drive, and expertise to the team.”

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies for 32 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Promotions Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

Hygienic Products in the Midst of a Pandemic

TORLYS featured in Floor Covering NewsA cleaner home is more important now than ever before. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way that people live, and the way they buy. Notably, we are more concerned with maintaining hygiene in our homes to reduce the chance of infection.

This is made evident from Floor Covering News‘ article “Hygienic products come of age in the midst of a pandemic” featured in their first issue of 2021.

TORLYS is proud to be showcased in the article as an innovative hygienic product for our top-to-bottom antimicrobial product protection offering. One such offering is TORLYS CorkPlus™ Blue underlay with Microban® antimicrobial protection. CorkPlus Blue offers natural air cushioning for comfort, sound absorption and thermal insulation. It also works to keep your space fresh by preventing odours caused by mold and mildew. With TORLYS flooring in your home, you can live more and worry less.

If you would like to learn more about TORLYS CorkPlus™ Blue with Microban® antimicrobial protection, visit: https://residential.torlys.com/corkplus-blue/.

You can read the article, and access the entire issue of Floor Covering News, by clicking here.

TORLYS Expands Smart Laminate Program

New Year, Four New Flooring Innovations!

TORONTO, ON – January 2021 – TORLYS, a global flooring company known for bringing innovative flooring solutions to market, announced today the launch of the latest additions to the TORLYS Smart Laminate program: Rivera, Avenue, Grand and Lexington-W collections.

The first collection out of TORLYS Innovation Lab is the classic and elegant, Rivera line, an 8-Sku, 12mm waterproof floor with stunning wood visuals and realistic EIR textures, coupled with Aqua Protect and a AC5 wear layer for the ultimate in durability and long-lasting, beautiful floors.

Also waterproof is the Avenue 8mm laminate lineup, with its 12-Skus offering extensive selection of on-trend colours and patterns to suit both contemporary and traditional designs. Made in Europe, Avenue is rated AC4 to stand up against everyday scratches, stains and fading.

With extra-long and extra wide planks, the 6-Sku Grand collection in a range of traditional and contemporary colours lives up to its name by creating a spacious and luxurious look. Like Avenue, this laminate floor is 8mm thick, rated AC4 and is made in Europe.

Lastly, Lexington-W 8mm laminate includes a wide plank format with the look of traditional hardwood. This 8-Sku collection is rated AC4 and has a range of colours and patterns to choose from.

All four additions to TORLYS Smart Laminate program offer 4-sided bevel edge and realistic all over textures, are PEFC Certified and provide excellent performance at great value, including transition free installations in spaces up to 50’x50’. See all TORLYS top quality laminates along with product specifications HERE.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies for 32 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing Specialist     E: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com P: 905-696-2399