{"id":7047,"date":"2020-09-28T15:05:35","date_gmt":"2020-09-28T15:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/?p=7047"},"modified":"2020-09-28T15:05:36","modified_gmt":"2020-09-28T15:05:36","slug":"best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Flooring Materials for Your Home &#8211; Types, Uses &#038; Comparison"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Best_Flooring_Materials_For_Home\" title=\"Best Flooring Materials For Home\">Best Flooring Materials For Home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Types_of_Flooring_Materials\" title=\"Types of Flooring Materials\">Types of Flooring Materials<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Hardwood_Flooring\" title=\"Hardwood Flooring\">Hardwood Flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Laminate_Flooring\" title=\"Laminate Flooring\">Laminate Flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Vinyl_Flooring\" title=\"Vinyl Flooring\">Vinyl Flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Vitrified_Tile_Flooring\" title=\"Vitrified Tile Flooring\">Vitrified Tile Flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Engineered_Wood_flooring\" title=\"Engineered Wood flooring\">Engineered Wood flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Marble_Flooring\" title=\"Marble Flooring\">Marble Flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Granite_Flooring\" title=\"Granite Flooring\">Granite Flooring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Other_flooring_options_to_consider\" title=\"Other flooring options to consider\">Other flooring options to consider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Uses_Of_FloorMaterials_Based_on_Rooms\" title=\"Uses Of FloorMaterials Based on Rooms\">Uses Of FloorMaterials Based on Rooms<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Uses_Of_Floor_Materials_Based_on_Their_Nature\" title=\"Uses Of Floor Materials Based on Their Nature\">Uses Of Floor Materials Based on Their Nature<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Flooring_Materials_Comparison\" title=\"Flooring Materials Comparison\">Flooring Materials Comparison<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/best-flooring-materials-types-uses-comparison\/#Final_Words\" title=\"Final Words\">Final Words<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Flooring_Materials_For_Home\"><\/span>Best Flooring Materials For Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s under your foot has a lot to do with the look and feel of your home. Irrefutably, it also brings big impacts on how well each room performs and lays the foundation for the functionality of the space. So, at some point of your home improvement project, there stands a need for you to address the surface underfoot &#8211; that\u2019s your flooring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the best flooring material that happily takes a lot of abuse, from dirty shoes to muddy paws to furniture leg scrapes on a daily basis, is a big undertaking. And the multitude of flooring material options available in the market adds to the decision-making burden. So, in order to help you choose the best flooring option, we bring you here the complete lowdown on the flooring material types, uses and comparison. Read it before you splash it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Flooring_Materials\"><\/span>Types of Flooring Materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hardwood_Flooring\"><\/span>Hardwood Flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Hardwood-Flooring.jpg\" alt=\"Hardwood Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7050\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Hardwood-Flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Hardwood-Flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Hardwood-Flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Hardwood-Flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Hardwood-Flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros of Hardwood Flooring<\/th><th>Cons of Hardwood Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Made of planks milled from pieces of timber, hardwood flooring has unmatched natural beauty and goes with any decor.<\/td><td>They are relatively pricey as compared to other flooring options.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Since it can be refinished several times, hardwood flooring lasts long.<\/td><td>They warp if exposed to moisture for a long time. So, not a great choice for bathroom, laundry rooms and kitchen.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>If maintained well, these floors will retain their beauty and increase the resale value of the home as well.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Laminate_Flooring\"><\/span>Laminate Flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Laminate-Flooring.jpg\" alt=\"Laminate Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7051\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Laminate-Flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Laminate-Flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Laminate-Flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Laminate-Flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Laminate-Flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros of Laminate Flooring<\/th><th>Cons of Laminate Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Laminate floors can easily reproduce the look of wood or stone for a lower price.<\/td><td>As they are made from High Density Fiberboard (HDF), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/pros-cons-of-laminate-flooring\/\">laminate floors<\/a> can be damaged by moisture.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The process of installing laminate floors is easy and quick.<\/td><td>They cannot be sanded, re-polished or re-done but can only be replaced.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>As they are fairly resistant to stains and impacts, cleaning and maintenance is not quite a job.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Also appreciated for its toughness and durability.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stands firm against every day wears and tears.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unlike wooden flooring, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/difference-between-laminate-veneer\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laminate<\/a><\/strong> flooring does not contract or expand.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vinyl_Flooring\"><\/span>Vinyl Flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vinyl-Flooring.jpg\" alt=\"Vinyl Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vinyl-Flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vinyl-Flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vinyl-Flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vinyl-Flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vinyl-Flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros of Vinyl Flooring<\/th><th>Cons of Vinyl Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Vinyl flooring is a less expensive, comfortable, durable and also easy to maintain flooring option.<\/td><td>They don\u2019t stand up against scratches and can be easily damaged by sharp objects.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vinyl flooring stands up well to heavy foot traffic.<\/td><td>Its colours can fade with exposure to too much direct sunlight and also when it comes in contact with rubber.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>This versatile option is available in a ton of colour choices and patterns to match every d\u00e9cor.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vinyl flooring is also best known for its stain resistant and water-resistant properties.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitrified_Tile_Flooring\"><\/span>Vitrified Tile Flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vitrified-Tile-Flooring.jpg\" alt=\"Vitrified Tile Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vitrified-Tile-Flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vitrified-Tile-Flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vitrified-Tile-Flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vitrified-Tile-Flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Vitrified-Tile-Flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros of Vitrified Tile Flooring<\/th><th>Cons of Vitrified Tile Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>It comes in a huge variety of colours, shapes, and patterns, so it can easily gel with any style of the home.<\/td><td>Compared to ceramic tile flooring, this flooring is high on cost because of the high-quality adhesives that are used to ensure its steadiness.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Since it has a glossy surface, this flooring is very easy to clean.<\/td><td>They get slippery when wet.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>When maintained well, it does not lose its sheen for a long time.<\/td><td>As the chances of finding the same tiles again after a few years is very less, there is a need to buy a few extra pieces for future use.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is scratch resistant, stain resistant, and moisture resistant. It also has a very low water absorption rate.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Doesn\u2019t discolour or fade when exposed to sunlight.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engineered_Wood_flooring\"><\/span>Engineered Wood flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Engineered-Wood-flooring.jpg\" alt=\" Engineered Wood flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7049\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Engineered-Wood-flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Engineered-Wood-flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Engineered-Wood-flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Engineered-Wood-flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/Engineered-Wood-flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros of Engineered Wood Flooring<\/th><th>Cons of Engineered Wood flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>It can mimic the real wood flooring at a much less price.<\/td><td>As its construction involves the usage of adhesives and resins, it can give off harmful gasses.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Due to its construction, it is more durable than real wood flooring.<\/td><td>It can only be refinished one to three times and this number is greater for real wood flooring than <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/advantages-disadvantages-engineered-wood\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">engineered wood<\/a><\/strong> flooring.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is less likely to expand, contract, or warp when exposed to moisture, humidity and temperature shifts.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is available in a dazzling array of colours, patterns and textures.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Its top layer can be sanded and refinished if necessary.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marble_Flooring\"><\/span>Marble Flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/marble-flooring.jpg\" alt=\"Marble Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/marble-flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/marble-flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/marble-flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/marble-flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/marble-flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros Of Marble Flooring<\/th><th>Cons Of Marble Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Marble flooring always has a unique and opulent look and makes for a royal flooring.<\/td><td>Real marble is incredibly pricey.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is very durable and long-lasting.<\/td><td>It is also slippery underfoot.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is scratch resistant.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is available in a great range of designs, patterns, and colours.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>This high-density material can easily take heavy loads on it and is also capable of withstanding all types of external pressure.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Granite_Flooring\"><\/span>Granite Flooring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/granite-flooring.jpg\" alt=\"Granite Flooring\" class=\"wp-image-7055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/granite-flooring.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/granite-flooring-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/granite-flooring-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/granite-flooring-450x281.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/granite-flooring-780x488.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Pros of Granite Flooring<\/th><th>Cons of Granite Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zadinteriors.com\/blog\/quartz-vs-granite-countertops-the-best-kitchen-option\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Granite<\/a><\/strong> flooring is incredibly tough, strong and also hardwearing.<\/td><td>Granite flooring comes with a high price tag, so not ideal for tight budgets.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>This flooring is highly durable and will last for ages.<\/td><td>Installation process is difficult, time-consuming and expensive.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You will be spoilt for choice when it comes to design, pattern and colour.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>It is stain-resistant, moisture resistant and also water resistant.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Not only granite flooring offers great functionality, but also increases the resale value of the home.<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_flooring_options_to_consider\"><\/span>Other flooring options to consider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the other unique flooring materials that are making their marks by being highly versatile and advantageous are<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Terrazzo<\/li><li>Linoleum<\/li><li>Rubber<\/li><li>Parquet<\/li><li>Marmoleum<\/li><li>Bamboo, etc.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uses_Of_FloorMaterials_Based_on_Rooms\"><\/span>Uses Of FloorMaterials Based on Rooms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Flooring Material<\/th><th>Room<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Hardwood Flooring<\/td><td>Good for Foyer, living rooms, halls, bedrooms. Avoid them in wet areas like the kitchen, laundry room and bathroom.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Laminate Flooring<\/td><td>For high-traffic areas such as kitchens, foyers, dining room, and kids\u2019 room and their playrooms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vinyl Flooring<\/td><td>Best suited for wet rooms like kitchen, bathroom and laundry room<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vitrified tile Flooring<\/td><td>Almost for all rooms but more specifically the kitchen as it can be cleaned easily.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Engineered Wood Flooring<\/td><td>Foyer, living room, bedroom, kid\u2019s room and dining room<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Marble Flooring<\/td><td>For all rooms, but it is good to avoid them in elders\u2019 rooms and kids\u2019 rooms as they are slippery.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Granite Flooring<\/td><td>Almost for all rooms<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uses_Of_Floor_Materials_Based_on_Their_Nature\"><\/span>Uses Of Floor Materials Based on Their Nature<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Criteria<\/th><th>Best Flooring Option<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Good-looking and stylish<\/td><td>Hardwood, engineered wood, marble flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Highly Durable<\/td><td>Marble, granite flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best for high-traffic<\/td><td>Laminate and vinyl flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kids and Pet friendly<\/td><td>Engineered wood flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Elder friendly<\/td><td>Hardwood Flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best for resale value<\/td><td>Hardwood and granite flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Easy to install<\/td><td>Laminate Flooring<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Easy to clean and maintain<\/td><td>Laminate, Vinyl, Vitrified tile flooring<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flooring_Materials_Comparison\"><\/span>Flooring Materials Comparison<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Criteria<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Hardwood Flooring<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Laminate Flooring<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vinyl Flooring<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitrified Tile Flooring<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Engineered Wood Flooring<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Marble Flooring<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Granite Flooring<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Scratch Resistant<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> <\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Stain Resistant<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Moisture Resistant<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Water Resistant<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Expensive<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Budget-friendly<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Easily Maintainable<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2713<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Words\"><\/span>Final Words<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope this piece of content has given you a good idea about flooring 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Before you cherry-pick your favourite flooring material, make sure you consider your budget, family situation, kinds of room, and return on investment. 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