Flooring

Flooring

Which Type of Flooring is right for You?

Porcelain / Ceramic / Stone Tile

PROS

  • Waterproof
  • Durable
  • Easy to replace scratched or damaged tiles
  • Wide variety of colors, textures and patterns to suite any style

CONS

  • Hard, Cold Surface
  • More difficult to install
  • Offers no insulation
  • Chip / Scratch Easily

Hardwood

PROS

  • Can be sanded and refinished
  • Durable
  • Considered the “best of the best” when it comes to flooring
  • Easy to clean
  • Comfortable to walk on

CONS

  • Vulnerable to moisture and humidity
  • Scratches and dents easily
  • “Noisy”
  • Expensive

Engineered Wood

PROS

  • Will not swell or warp when exposed to moisture
  • Expands and contracts less than hardwood
  • More sustainable
  • Comfortable to walk on

CONS

  • May not be able to sand and refinish, depending on thickness
    of ve

Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT)

PROS

  • Large Variety of colors and designs
  • Easy Installation
  • Highly Durable
  • Scratch resistant
  • Waterproof
  • Easy to clean
  • Maintains its color/design

CONS

  • Will not be as beneficial for resale
    as porcelain tile/hardwood
    would​ be

Laminate

PROS

  • Scratch resistant
  • Easy Installation
  • Resists fading from UV light
  • Comfortable to walk on
  • Easy to clean

CONS

  • Does not repair easily
  • Does not help resale value of home
  • Could swell if liquid left for too long

Carpet

PROS

  • Provides Insulation
  • Cozy
  • Affordable

CONS

  • Could Aggravate Allergies
  • Could Stain if no stain guard is
    applied or stains sit for too long
  • Could fade with exposure to UV light