In the ever-specialized world of decorating options for little ones, here comes vinyl flooring made especially for kids...

Easy-to-clean patterned vinyl flooring from Tarkett is cushioned with foam to make it soft on little feet. It comes in a range of styles and is emblazoned with everything from puzzle pieces to dinosaurs. It also comes with a five-year guarantee, although there's no guaranteeing that your kids won't tire of the rather in-your-face designs before then.

Available from Tarkett

- Kristin Hohenadel blogging from Paris. She can be reached at kristin @ apartmenttherapy . com