The Flooring Option Jenn Todryk Says Can Save You Tons Of Money
Jenn Todryk, star of HGTV's "No Demo Reno" has amassed a cult following thanks to her game-changing no demolition philosophy when it comes to home renovation. She is also a familiar face online, thanks to her hugely-successful career as a social media content creator. Known simply among her Instagram followers as The Rambling Redhead and authoring a hugely-followed blog under the same name, Todryk regularly shares not only home renovation and interior design tips, tricks, and product suggestions, but also parenting hacks and beauty tutorials — amassing fans from all corners of the internet.
Todryk's design philosophy — one that she uses to inspire her social media followers as well as her TV show — is that it's entirely possible to completely transform your home without bringing in a demolition crew for a complete remodel. Knowing that not everyone has the budget or the time to start tearing down walls and rebuilding their space from the ground up, Todryk seeks to offer expertly-designed solutions and upgrades for those looking to revamp their space without having to undergo the pains of a total renovation. In a recent episode of the hit series, Todryk dished on her favorite flooring option — and it's a must-try if you want to update your space while saving money.
The luxury of hardwood floors without the cost
In the recent episode entitled "Work Hard Play Hard," Todryk was tasked with helping a Sims family to update their drab and dated digs, explains Realtor. Armed with a budget of $75,000 and a timeline of 7 weeks, Todryk embarks on a mission to liven up the family's home while staying on budget. Todryk loves hardwood floors and says they are the perfect touch for any space where you want to add a touch of simple, clean elegance. She explains that "light hardwoods are really on trend," as she searches for something to replace the grouted tile in the kitchen and adjacent family room, adding that "they lighten up the space, they make it look bigger, look brighter. When the light hits it, it just reflects that sunlight."
Because true hardwood floors are expensive and would use much of the family's budget, Todryk instead opts for what she thinks is the best dupe on the market — luxury vinyl plank flooring. Offering all the benefits of true hardwood with added durability, vinyl plank flooring is a great, cost-effective alternative to hardwood that can help you stretch your renovation budget a little further without sacrificing any style. "I love it so much because you get this really light, white oak floor," Tydryk says. "But you get the water resistance and the other really good qualities that LVP has."