5 Stunning Modern Coastal Flooring Options

When you think about coastal living, images of sandy beaches, ocean breezes, and bright sunlight come to mind. These elements are central to modern coastal design, which aims to bring the relaxing qualities of the beach into people’s homes.

Modern coastal flooring typically features light, airy tones, from soft whites to sandy beiges and weathered grays. It’s not just about looks – light colors naturally reflect sunlight and brighten interiors. It creates an atmosphere of openness and airiness, much like being at the beach itself.

Canopy Floors has designed a modern coastal collection with these qualities in mind. Before we explore the top 5 Canopy coastal floors, let’s look at how they can transform your home.

Modern Coastal Flooring Aesthetics

The purpose of modern coastal aesthetics is to take advantage of its environment, complement it, and make your home feel like it’s part of the beach. Many homeowners focus on blending indoor and outdoor spaces to achieve this effect.

Light-colored floors throughout the house, often matching outdoor decking, help create this seamless transition. When paired with large windows, the line between the home and the beach starts to blur. Beauty is in simplicity – natural-looking materials like wood or LVP echo the textures you’d find on the shore.

The result? A home that feels calm, bright, and spacious – as if the beach extends right into your living room. If that sounds like an environment that would make you relaxed after hard days at work, you’re in the right place.

Let’s explore 5 Canopy Flooring options designed to create modern coastal aesthetics. The Canopy LVP collection is perfect for coastal areas as it is durable, waterproof, and scratch-resistant. All the qualities needed to withstand sand and moisture. 

Let’s take a look at these designs that capture the essence of coastal living and work well in any room of your home.

#1 Pearl Oak

Pearl Oak flooring is part of Canopy’s modern coastal collection. The planks measure 7 inches wide, 5 feet long, and 5/16 inches thick.

This LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) is 100% waterproof. It can be used in all rooms, including kitchens and bathrooms. Pearl Oak emphasizes simplicity and bright, sunlit spaces. These qualities mirror the openness of beach environments and create a breezy aesthetic in your home.

These natural tones of a beach-inspired atmosphere are easy on the eyes and brighten spaces without being overwhelming. Pearl oak is also easy to match with walls and furniture, making it one of the more versatile options to combine with other coastal design elements.

 You can use it to create a full coastal theme or just add a touch of seaside serenity. Either way, with its natural bevel edge, Pearl Oak helps create a calming, modern coastal vibe in any room.

#2 Lighthouse Oak

Lighthouse Oak flooring is part of Canopy’s modern coastal collection. The planks are 9 inches wide, 7 feet long, and with a thickness of 5/8 inches.

This LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) is 100% waterproof and has a 30 mil wear layer. This makes this floor exceptionally durable. That’s not a small thing if you expect a lot of sand on your floors, and if you live on the beach, that will happen whether you want it or not. There is hardly anything you can do about it.

It’s also suitable for all rooms in your home, including high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens. Lighthouse Oak’s wide planks create a sense of openness. This mimics the expansive feel of the shoreline.

Its very light but still warm color gives your home a modern and minimalistic look. This brightness helps reflect natural light. It makes spaces feel larger and more open. That’s really nice to have if you prefer a clean and calm environment.

Lighthouse Oak combines practicality with coastal style. Its durability stands up to beach living. Its appearance brings the serene, airy feel of the coast indoors. Whether you’re right on the beach or just want to capture that coastal vibe, Lighthouse Oak offers both style and substance for your home.

#3 Beachside Oak

If you liked Lighthouse Oak’s light tones, Beachside Oak might be an even better fit for your design preferences. It’s the lightest flooring option in the Canopy Modern Coastal collection.

Beachside Oak planks are 7 inches wide, 5 feet long, and 5/16 thick. This LVP is 100% waterproof and has a 20-mil wear layer. Its painted bevels create the effect of individual planks, which further contributes to its natural wood look.

We talked about matching your floors with the color of the sand, and there are definitely plenty of beautiful beaches with nearly white sand. Think about Orange Beach, Alabama, or Clearwater Beach, Florida. Beachside Oak would be a perfect match for a house there.

This flooring brings a sense of coastal elegance and luxury to any room. Its exceptionally light tone brightens spaces. It creates an airy, open feel that makes it an ideal solution for smaller rooms or areas with limited natural light.

Beachside Oak is versatile and practical. It’s suitable for all areas of your home, including moisture-prone spaces. Whether you live by the coast or want to bring that beachhouse feel to your home, Beachside Oak offers a perfect blend of style and durability.

#4 Misty Oak

We also discussed Misty Oak in the Canopy Scandinavian collection, but we love this floor so much that we had to mention it here as well. It truly bridges the gap between Scandinavian and coastal styles.

Misty Oak planks are 7 inches wide, 5 feet long, and  5/16 inches thick. This LVP is 100% waterproof, and Its 20-millimeter wear layer will ensure that its beautiful design withstands coarse sand.

Misty oak, with its slightly pinkish hues, is a perfect match for a modern coastal design. It looks almost like a sunset at a beach on a cloudy day. You could say it captures the softer side of coastal living.

This flooring option brings a unique warmth to spaces. It’s light enough to maintain that airy coastal feel, but with added depth. This makes it versatile for various room styles and lighting conditions.

Misty Oak is both practical and stylish. It works well in all areas of your home. Whether you’re going for a subtle beach vibe or a more pronounced coastal theme, Misty Oak offers a sophisticated option that’s easy to design around.

#5 Sea Salt Oak

Sea Salt Oak, as its name suggests, is a light-colored flooring that fits well with coastal home designs. The planks are 9 inches wide, 6 feet long, and 1/2 inches thick. The size of these planks makes them look modern and elegant.

This LVP is waterproof. Its 30 mil wear layer makes it suitable for use even in high-traffic commercial spaces. This means it’s tough enough for busy homes, too.

The large planks and light color of Sea Salt Oak can make rooms feel bigger and brighter. Still, it looks like natural wood. Its style is a mix between weathered driftwood and fresh sand.

This is a great choice for beach houses, but it works well in any home where you want a coastal feel. It’s practical and looks good in many different rooms.

Sea Salt Oak is a solid option if you want a floor that looks beachy but is also durable. It’s made to last while giving your home a relaxed, coastal look.

Conclusion

Modern coastal designs bring the feel of the beach into your home. Canopy’s five options – Pearl Oak, Lighthouse Oak, Beachside Oak, Misty Oak, and Sea Salt Oak – each show different parts of coastal living. They fit well with modern lifestyles and practical needs.

These LVP floors look like real wood but are easier to care for. LVP is simple to clean and maintain, and it’s hard to tell apart from natural hardwood. It also stands up well to sand, water, and lots of foot traffic, making LVP a good choice for a beach house.

Coastal style is about openness and calm. Light colors, natural looks, and wide planks make rooms feel bright and welcoming. With these floors, you can have a beach-like feel in any home.

If you like the idea of sandy beaches and ocean waves or just want brighter living spaces, modern coastal designs by Canopy Floors might work for you. These floors let you create your own beach-style home, no matter where you live.