Hardwood Flooring – Speaks Warmth
Pros:
They can last for decades, even centuries, if they are well maintained. The material can be sanded and refinished multiple times.
Cons:
Hardwood flooring tends to be the most expensive. Prone to dents/scratches, expands/contracts which can lead to cracks, squeaky boards and splinters.
Laminate Flooring - Adheres Easily to Subfloors
Pros:
- Resistant to scratches/dents
- Most durable flooring option
- Least expensive
Cons:
- Cannot be refinished
- Plastic like feel
Vinyl Flooring – Hard to Tell Apart from Real Wood
Pros:
- Durable top layer
- Affordable
- Resists stains/scratches/dents
- Waterproof
Cons:
- Cannot be refinished, so once it starts to wear out, you would need to replace
- Expensive
Carpet – Softens a Room
Pros:
- Most Comfortable
- Cost-Effective
- Wide Range of Colors/Patterns
Cons:
Holds dust/dirt, unpleasant for allergy sufferers
Stone Flooring – Adds Value
Pros:
- Lots of Character & Uniqueness
- Durable
- Doesn’t Fade
Cons:
- Expensive
- Many types of stone flooring require sealing to resist stains
Concrete Flooring – One-Of-A Kind with Stencils/Dyes
Pros:
- Unique
- Durable
- Easy to Maintain
Cons:
- Pricey
- Needs to be resealed yearly to prevent stains
Cork Flooring – Soft/Forgiving/Great for Kids
Pros:
Most Comfortable Material
Water Resistant
Cons:
Prone to Fading Under Intense Sunlight
Cheaper Quality will Damage Easily/Shows Scratches
Linoleum Flooring – Great Appeal
Pros:
UNIQUE
VERY COMFORTABLE
RETRO CHARM
RESISTS FADING
Cons:
NOT AS DURABLE AS VINYL
CAN SCRATCH/DENT
YOU CAN APPLY A WAX FINISH TO HELP PROTECT THE SURFACE, BUT THEN YOU ARE ADDING TO THE MAINTENANCE
