How to Choose Flooring for a New Orleans Shotgun House

A shotgun house puts every room in a line, so your floor is one of the longest continuous surfaces in the home. That is both an opportunity and a challenge.

Keep it continuous

Using one flooring type from front to back makes narrow rooms feel longer and calmer. Luxury vinyl plank and engineered hardwood both come in wide, long planks that suit the layout.

Plan for old framing

Older New Orleans houses are rarely perfectly level. We check the subfloor room by room and level where needed so planks lock together without gaps. If original heart pine is hiding underneath, refinishing may be the better value.

Kitchens and baths

Where water shows up, switch to tile or waterproof vinyl with clean transitions. We serve homeowners across New Orleans and Metairie, and can bring samples to your door.