Flooring
Just because flooring is underfoot that doesn't mean it should be out of mind. Many factors, from durability to aesthetics to stain resistance, come into play when choosing just the right flooring for a room. Below are some of the major types offered on the market today.
Hardwood. For sheer beauty and longevity, it's difficult to beat hardwood. In fact, in many older homes, owners are ripping up carpet to uncover the original hardwood. Its drawbacks are initial cost, susceptibility to scratching, and the fact it can't be installed in a wet environment such as a bath. It also can be hard to transition from hardwood to other flooring types because it may be of a different height than the floor it adjoins a good understanding of those factors while remodeling can resolve this issue.
Laminate, also known as floating floor is a great option for budget-minded homeowners because it can give the appearance of ceramic, hardwood, and stone at a lower cost. It is easy to install and very scratch resistant. On the other hand, it can't be refinished, doesn't last as long as natural products, and adds less to a home's value.
Ceramic & stone tile the best thing about ceramic is it can come in as many patterns and colors as your imagination will allow. It also adds to your home's value, stands up well to traffic, and is very easy to maintain. On the downside, it is a very hard surface, so dishes and sometimes bones, can easily break if there is an accident. The surface is also susceptible to chipping and cracking and is cold to the touch.
Vinyl - is available in sheet or tile form. Like ceramic, it is available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and patterns. It is also a great value and very low maintenance. Its cons are that it won't increase your home's value, can more easily gouge or tear, and has a lower life expectancy.
Linoleum, for a variety of pastel colors, linoleum may be a good choice. Several companies offer linoleum that is constructed from natural products and is more easily biodegradable. It is water resistant so often used in kitchens. However, many homeowners shy away from linoleum because they don't like the look and the fact it must be polished often.
Carpet. Once considered the ultimate luxury, wall-to-wall carpet has been waning in popularity as of late due to its affect on allergy sufferers as well as its difficulty to maintain. But it is ideal for living and bedrooms because it is soft and warm to the touch.
There are many more types of flooring options such as epoxy, concrete, resilient, engineered - pre finished or not. whatever you choose, be sure it will change the interior look of your home with effective makeover results.
Hardwood. For sheer beauty and longevity, it's difficult to beat hardwood. In fact, in many older homes, owners are ripping up carpet to uncover the original hardwood. Its drawbacks are initial cost, susceptibility to scratching, and the fact it can't be installed in a wet environment such as a bath. It also can be hard to transition from hardwood to other flooring types because it may be of a different height than the floor it adjoins a good understanding of those factors while remodeling can resolve this issue.
Laminate, also known as floating floor is a great option for budget-minded homeowners because it can give the appearance of ceramic, hardwood, and stone at a lower cost. It is easy to install and very scratch resistant. On the other hand, it can't be refinished, doesn't last as long as natural products, and adds less to a home's value.
Ceramic & stone tile the best thing about ceramic is it can come in as many patterns and colors as your imagination will allow. It also adds to your home's value, stands up well to traffic, and is very easy to maintain. On the downside, it is a very hard surface, so dishes and sometimes bones, can easily break if there is an accident. The surface is also susceptible to chipping and cracking and is cold to the touch.
Vinyl - is available in sheet or tile form. Like ceramic, it is available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, and patterns. It is also a great value and very low maintenance. Its cons are that it won't increase your home's value, can more easily gouge or tear, and has a lower life expectancy.
Linoleum, for a variety of pastel colors, linoleum may be a good choice. Several companies offer linoleum that is constructed from natural products and is more easily biodegradable. It is water resistant so often used in kitchens. However, many homeowners shy away from linoleum because they don't like the look and the fact it must be polished often.
Carpet. Once considered the ultimate luxury, wall-to-wall carpet has been waning in popularity as of late due to its affect on allergy sufferers as well as its difficulty to maintain. But it is ideal for living and bedrooms because it is soft and warm to the touch.
There are many more types of flooring options such as epoxy, concrete, resilient, engineered - pre finished or not. whatever you choose, be sure it will change the interior look of your home with effective makeover results.