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Comparing Your Flooring Options

   

Vinyl
Laminate
Stone
Ceramic Tile
Hardwood
Linoleum
Concrete
Carpet
Good for long periods of standing?

Yes
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Good for kids
and pets?

Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
Easy to prevent stains?

Yes
Yes
No-needs special sealants
No
No-needs special Coating
Yes
No
No
Good for
radiant heat?

No
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
No
Durable?
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
 
No
Yes
No
Chief
advantage?
Lots of colors, easy cleanup, cheap
Look of wood with easier maintenance
Natural look and good for radiant heat

Lots of looks possible
Durable
Environmentally friendly
Good for radiant heat
Comfort and quite
Chief disadvantage?
Can peel up
Susceptible to water damage
Can be
slippery
Hard on feet
Susceptible to water damage
Not many color options
Requires sealing
Chore to keep clean