Flooring Types For Your Home – H&S Homes & Gardens

Flooring Types For Your Home: The 6 Popular Types!

Flooring is permanent covering for the floor that can be costly to install as well as maintain. Hence when choosing from standard flooring types you should always factor in the cost, appearance & feel, installation and maintenance of the material that you plan on using. Remember, that no single type of floor covering is ideal for every room in your home. For example, hardwood may be popular because it looks classy and gives a sense & feeling of warmth, however, it can be easily damaged with rough usage hence it can be used in the sitting room but not in your bathrooms for e.g.

 

1. Solid Wood-

Solid wood flooring has been used for many years in homes all around the world. They range in shapes and sizes coming in strips or planks. If you opt for unfinished wood flooring, it will require sanding & finishing on installation. It’s long-lasting and can be maintained properly, provided no corrosives or strong chemicals are used that can destroy the floor. You just need to sweep and for spills, you need to mop up immediately. Remember, avoid rough usage with solid wood. The disadvantage is that wood can scratch easily and they can even expand and shrink with different temperatures. When thinking of which rooms to install solid wood floors in think of spaces such as bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms and halls.

 

2. Laminate-

This type of flooring is made of a top layer of clear plastic coating with a photograph below &  thin veneer over layers of plywood or compressed fibres. Laminate can look like any finish be it wood, tile, marble, stone etc. They come in planks or tules and can be installed over the old flooring. The good thing about this is that it is less expensive and easy to install and even easier to maintain as it is tough and resistant to scratches. When thinking of using this in your space think of kitchen or areas which are very frequently used. However, this can be used anywhere apart from the bathrooms & laundry areas. For the best laminate flooring solution don’t forget to check out Decomagna Ltd.

 

3. Vinyl-

This is a very resilient type of flooring. It is made of plastic over a layer of felt. It can be cushioned with a thin layer of foam, making it comfy to walk on or can have a textured surface to give it a more wood or stone-like appearance and feel. These come in large sheets that are cut to fit the space of your room or can come in planks or tiles. Vinyl is inexpensive and extremely durable and can resist damage from moisture as well as rough usage. When thinking of installing vinyl in your home, you can install them in practically any room be it bedrooms, kitchens or even bathrooms. For the best vinyl flooring solution don’t forget to check out Decomagna Ltd.

 

4. Carpet-

Carpets come in different materials, textures as well as colours and varies in thickness as well as fibre density. The higher the density, the more durable the carpet will be. There’s no doubt that it feels soft and warm to the feet and easy to install but is very difficult to maintain as even with regular vacuuming it can still dust and dirt. It is not advisable to use if you have pets or allergies. The best place to install carpets in is your bedroom or living room.

 

5. Marble-

Marble is another classy and regal material to use for the flooring. It comes in various designs and colours and is usually installed as tiles. It is porous which can make it not too easy to maintain and it also requires professional installation. The best places to install the marble flooring is your sitting room, living room, dining room. Harsh chemicals shouldn’t be used when cleaning the flooring and spills should immediately be cleaned.

 

6. Ceramic Tiles-

This is made from clay & shale fired in a kiln. Ceramic tiles come in different types, shapes, colours and patterns. The 4 main types include glazed ceramic, porcelain, quarry tile and terracotta. Glazed and porcelain require very little maintenance, whilst terracotta is the least durable. Ceramic tiles too can mimic any material in its look be it wood or stone. These can be used in kitchens, bathrooms or even bedrooms.