In today’s flooring market, variety can be both a blessing and a curse. With so many different flooring types and options, it’s possible to have beautiful floors at just about any budget. But with so many options, choosing the one that’s right for you can seem like a difficult task. Luckily, with a few quick considerations, you’ll be able to narrow down your choices in no time.

Aside from hardwood flooring, other popular options are stone, tile, laminate and luxury vinyl. Each flooring type has pros and cons to be considered to find the best match for your flooring options.

Stone

Stone flooring combines nature and elegance with easy maintenance and indestructibility. The wide array of textures and colors provide a distinctive look perfect for heavy-traffic areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, foyers and laundry rooms.

          Pros:                                                                                              Cons:

          ⦁ Retains heat                                                                                ⦁ Replacing tiles can be hard

          • Easy to clean                                                                               ⦁ Can scratch and stain 

          • Durable and long-lasting                                                             ⦁ More expensive than other types

Tile

Tile flooring is a great option for creating unique, long lasting flooring designs. Not only can designers mix and match colors and patterns to match any taste, but tile can also be manufactured to mimic other natural flooring like hardwood and natural stone.

          Pros:                                                                                              Cons:

          ⦁ Waterproof                                                                                  ⦁ Intricate installation

          • Low maintenance                                                                       ⦁ Can scratch and stain 

          • Many style options                                                                     ⦁ More expensive than other types

Laminate
High-performance laminate can simulate wood or tile floors and is extremely durable and easy to clean with either a damp cloth or vacuum. Laminate flooring is scratch and dent resistant, making it a solid choice for family-prone areas.

          Pros:                                                                                                Cons:

          ⦁ Cheaper alternative to hardwood                                                  ⦁ Intricate installation

          • Easy installation                                                                            ⦁ Can scratch and stain 

          • Copies look of wood and stone                                                    ⦁ Can be loud to walk on

Luxury Vinyl
Luxury vinyl flooring offers a wide variety of style options while maintaining durability and ease of maintenance. Available in tiles or planks, luxury vinyl flooring makes realistic 3D replicas of natural surfaces. Great for busy areas with years of carefree beauty, luxury vinyl is a great choice for any budget.

          Pros:                                                                                              Cons:

          ⦁ Can copy natural flooring and tile                                                ⦁ Can get cuts and gouges

          • Waterproof                                                                                   ⦁ Not biodegradable 

          • Low maintenance                                                                         ⦁ Low resale value

There is no 100% perfect flooring available. Every type of flooring options has its own associated advantages and disadvantages. In choosing the right flooring type, figure out what qualities you absolutely need, and which ones are only wants. Knowing these things can help you decide what you truly want to make a purchase you are happy with.

No matter the flooring option, Bona has a system that will make it look beautiful. From our tried and trusted hardwood floor cleaners and mops to our stone, tile and laminate cleaners, you’ll find that Bona is the easy, trusted choice when it comes to fantastic floor care.