Questions to Consider Before Buying Floors for Your Wellness Room

Transform Your Space and Prioritize Well-Being With a Wellness Room

A wellness room is a sanctuary for physical and mental wellbeing. In an article recently published by AP news, ‘Wellness rooms’ are claiming space in many homes, they highlight how beneficial a wellness room can be. “Having a private space is essential,” Ovadia says. “A wellness room should be a space where the outside world dissolves; no background noise, no movement beyond your own. This is where you go to let go; to drop into something quieter, something deeper.” It may be a quiet corner to meditate, a spa-inspired retreat, or a room for employees to unwind. Every detail matters, from the natural lighting to the acoustics. Flooring sets the tone for the space and plays an important role in a holistic wellness design

Learn more about wellness rooms, how to select the right wellness-focused flooring, and how LIFECORE® can help.

What is a Wellness Room — And Why It’s Worth The Investment

A wellness room is a dedicated space designed to help you recharge, relax, and find balance. It might look different depending on whether it’s in a residential space or a workplace.

What is a Wellness Room at Home?

At home, a wellness space is an area that’s created to relax and breathe. It may be a cozy reading nook, a fitness area, or a sunroom filled with light and plants.

What is a Wellness Room at Work?

Many workplaces are incorporating wellness rooms, which are separate from busy break rooms full of microwaved lunches and office chatter. Lactation rooms should also serve a separate purpose reserved for nursing mothers. Wellness rooms are quiet retreats where all employees can go for mental reset during a busy work day.

5 Questions to Consider When Choosing Hardwood Floors for Your Wellness Room

1) How Will You Use Your Wellness Room?

Start your plan with deciding the purpose of your wellness room. Is it for a personal or commercial space? Will it be used for unwinding, gentle stretching, or employee relaxation breaks?

A calming space will benefit from wood floors that soften sound and reduce echoes. If the room is used for health-related purposes, low-VOC hardwood flooring will improve air quality and reduce harmful chemicals in the environment.

2) Who Will Use Your Wellness Room?

Different users have different wellness room needs. Employees may want a comfortable space for napping or quiet reflection. Families at home may use it as a shared space for yoga or leisure.

Flooring choices can influence how well a room supports everything from concentration to rest. For example, hardwood floors are great under yoga mats. We recommend waterproof floors if  you anticipate moisture from tea or other beverages, or heavy foot traffic with a constant need for mopping.

3) What’s Your Wellness Room Vibe?

The aesthetic of your floor sets the mood for the rest of your wellness room.

• Light, airy hardwoods create a bright and open feel.
• Warm, mid-tones bring a cozy, grounded energy.
• Smooth finishes can feel open and minimal.
• Textured woods add a natural, organic touch.

Your floors should reflect the atmosphere you want to cultivate, whether it’s serene, energizing, or restorative.

4) What Do You Need for Your Wellness Room?

While you’re choosing the perfect flooring for your wellness room, think about what else will be in the space. What type of furniture do you envision? If you want large, ergonomic pieces, go for a sophisticated wood choice that matches. If you plan to use mats and meditation cushions, ensure your flooring provides enough comfort underneath, and choose low-VOC options for furniture, mats, and accessories to help maintain good air quality.

We recommend implementing biophilic design elements for a soothing atmosphere. Plants, diffusers, or water fountains embody nature and pair well with rich, earthy floor tones.

5) How Can You Incorporate Hardwood Floors Into Your Wellness Room?

Tie your wellness room together with hardwood floors that match the energy and flow of the room. When selecting your hardwood floors, keep the following key factors in mind:

• Low-VOC flooring minimizes allergens, creating a healthier environment.
• Light-colored wood enhances natural light, while darker tones ground the space.
• Consider the acoustics and try pairing wood flooring paired with cozy area rugs.
• If you’re renovating, you can update just part of a room’s flooring for a subtle but effective transformation.
• It is important to make sure you know where your flooring comes from.
• Check for certifications that ensure low VOC materials are used.

Wellness Room Ideas

Once you have the foundation down, start building out the rest of your wellness space. Have fun with the design, focusing on calming, welcoming elements that offer a sense of harmony. Need some inspiration? Here are some of our favorite wellness room ideas to get you started.

Rest Essentials

If your wellness room is focused on resting, incorporate a daybed or nap pods. Make sure your furniture is easy to clean and offer fresh pillowcases and sanitizer.

Fitness Accessories

For a wellness room made for movement, we recommend yoga mats, light weights, resistance bands, and other fitness accessories as well as a water hydrating station.

Sensory Experiences

Calming scents in a diffuser, soft lighting, and sound therapy work together to provide a peaceful sensory experience. Make sure any oils or other scents are approved for commercial spaces and accommodate for potential allergies.

Mental Reset Tools

Some like to escape to a wellness room to reflect. Create a space with journals, coloring sheets, puzzles, and books to nourish the mind.

Multi-User Office Pods

If your wellness space is part of a workplace, incorporate multi-user office pods for employees to step away and reset. Try an online booking system so the room doesn’t get crowded.

Build Your Wellness Room From the Ground Up With LIFECORE Flooring

Your wellness room will provide a healing space focused on serenity and balance. LIFECORE® hardwood floors combine beauty with sustainability, offering low-VOC options that support both your design vision and your well-being. Find a dealer near you to find the right floor for your wellness room.