Any Opinions Of How You Like My Fake Wood Floors On A Budget?

So I guess I’m looking for some support today, I live in an apartment with my kids, kind of complicated life, I’m here just living life, I didn’t think I would be staying in this apartment as long as I am, long story, I don’t want to spend tons of money on nice flooring, so I bought these vinyl tiles to give me the look I need to be proud of where I live, at least I have a roof over my head. Two of my kids were smh but they liked it, another person walked in and said I’m wasting time and money, another person tells me oh it looks nice but it’s a sure sign of the place you live.
Fake Wood Floors
I guess I’m doing this more for me, as I’m tired of be looked down on by family and others who are all way better of then me, I feel like a joke. I’ve been through a lot in my life. Anyhow not looking for pity but encouragement as I try to get my life together and opinions of how you like my fake wood floors on a budget. Thanks

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  • If it makes you happy, go for it.
    Screw everyone else.
    And never think anyone is better than you, we all have our things.
    Be proud of who you are, there’s just one you in this world.

  • Are you kidding me? You need to surround yourself with a stronger support system. I love it. It will be so much easier to clean as well. Keep doing what makes you happy. It is your home, no one else's. God bless you.

  • Yes, she needs more supportive friends. I will say encouragement you want… encouragement you’re going to get from me: The floors look great. I like it. But what matters is that you like it. What other folks think is not your problem. You take care of you. Treat yourself like you treat any other person you care about and love because you are worthy of that. And again I seriously like those tiles. It adds life to that area.

  • It looks so much better. I have been so poor with 5 brothers at my parents home, so my family got where your at. My opinion is to the.. with others looking down on you. You are doing great and to heck with anyone who doesn't see it. A remember your own children, family and friends are some times impossible to please.

  • You do YOU!!! No one else knows the walk your on and if they are that judgmental DO NOT let it affect you…stay positive be the best for your kids and “this too shall
    Pass”….. STAY STRONG!!!

  • You're the one in control of your happiness.. don't let nobody control it for you! If doing this makes you happy and you don't bother anybody please keep doing what your doing. Learn to love people friends or family from the distance! You do you, it's your home, your rules. If people don't like it tell them to get out. Period. Keep your chin up!

  • I love it! If you love it too, that’s ALL that matters! Be proud of yourself and anyone looking down on you doesn’t deserve to be in your life!

  • I know exactly what you are going through and how you feel when others come. It looks great and do the best you can. I have heard comments, from relatives, who feel some how they can say what comes out of their mouths.
     I think it makes them superior.

  • I like it, but most important is that you like it. You did a great job with it and I give you credit! Don't let others influence your decisions, the only person that needs to approve of your decisions is you! Do whatever you feel is right for you, no one else has walked in your shoes, so they don't have any right to judge! You're doing great!

  • It looks great, and if your family don’t support you ( pay all your bills ) then don’t worry about what they think. What’s important is that those kiddos have a roof, and a loving parent by their side.

  • I think it looks great. Try not to worry about the opinions of others who do not walk in your shoes. I was in your position once and I can tell you I gained more strength from that experience than any others I ever went through. You are doing fine. Those who judge are not people you need to please and likely do not need them in your life.

  • They look beautiful and good for you! I like the way you look at things! I too had a rough time since the divorce and have my kids 100% of the time. It was more important for me to live in a safe city than have a nice house (in so cal I can’t afford both. I pay $2300 for a 3 bedroom 2 bath condo!) so I rented a more affordable slightly run down house and I am sometimes embarrassed by it but I have never thought to put my own money into it! Great flooring and well worth it! Ignore the hater! And good luck to us single moms!

  • You Are Not Less Of A Person! Hell I’m the black sheep of my family. One thing I’ve learned is family can kiss my ass. And your floor is awesome! Keep on being you. Cut those people out if they can’t see you’re trying.

  • I think it looks great. Are you happy with it? Then don’t worry about what others say.
    Most of us have been through tough times, and we make do with what we have.
    In the end it makes us stronger women. Keep doing what you have to in your home.

  • It looks nice. 
    Maybe adding a throw rug to even dress it more up.
    You did a very wonderful job.
    Don't define yourself of what others say or think of you!
    God loves you very much! He greatly values you!

  • The floor looks great. You are definitely doing the right thing. The lessons you are giving your children many great lessons. Care how you live, important to always try to improve, take pride in your home. I did the same thing in a kitchen I had for thirty years. Well we got a new kitchen and I’m not comfortable in it . I loved my old cozy, make do, much loved kitchen. Your floor looks great, I realized at 51 that some people are mean and they don’t want to be happy for you. So be it. You are terrific in my book

  • You are a single mum and have a roof over your kids head.
    Until they have walked in your shoes they have no right to comment.
    Be proud of yourself. 
    I love your floor great job.

  • You do you. My sister had a difficult time for a long time. She has since inherited money from three different people that she had helped in their lifetimes. Stay kind, stay positive, stay true to yourself. After all, you are the only one who is doing the best you can for you. Sending hugs! (The floor looks great!)

  • If you like it, that is all that matters. I completely understand where you are coming from, I grew up poor, and have to remind myself that I just have to enjoy what what I have, even if other people might think it’s not the nicest place to live. You’ve got God, and your children, that’s all that matters. Have a wonderful Christmas.

  • If you love it, don't worry about it. You live here not your family. You should feel proud of yourself! I think it looks great!

  • I think it looks amazing!!! This is only a chapter of your life. I have lived in a lot of different places in bad circumstances and good. I have found that it doesn’t matter what my home is as long as I am surrounded by people I love. Godspeed to you

  • You know what sweetie, you do you!! And screw everyone else! I LOVE IT! I too am really down in the dumps right now. I too never thought I would still be in the same old rut that I've been in forever. But what I can do is tell you that I "get" what you are going through and that I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers that things start looking up for you and your family.

  • It looks great and remember you are doing this for you and what your budget can handle. Don’t let other people’s negativity stand in the way of your success and happiness. Great job!

  • I like it. It warms the place up. I’ve seen people spend thousands on a beautiful new dream kitchen and they loved it until their sister in law came over and pointed out some detail that she didn’t like. The problem was not the kitchen, it was the sister in law.

  • You don’t need to impress anyone but you’re self!!! Do what makes you feel good and don’t worry about what anyone else thinks. What makes you feel good gives you a much better attitude!! by the way I think the tile looks great!!!

  • Girl you do you. If you like and are happy with it who cares what others think. You’re the one who has to live there and it shows that you want to take pride in your surroundings. You like it, I like it and so do others. When people want to put you or your circumstances down, get sassy. Tell them if they don’t like it they don’t have to look at it and are welcome to leave. You know you wouldn’t want to offend their superior sense of style.

  • It looks good. You’re doing the best you can to make yourself feel better. I think you’re doing the right thing. Make yourself and your kids proud and ignore the people who criticize, they probably wish they had your ambition.

  • Nice! Something fresh & new for you & your children. If others look down on you, that is their problem. Don't let them dull your sparkle! Keep shining for yourself & your children!