If you're installing a new floor, you'll almost certainly be trying to stay within a budget, and you'll almost certainly already have some preconceived notions about the style you want to achieve. So, if you've narrowed down your options to wood or vinyl flooring, how do you choose between the two?
Price
There's no denying that vinyl sheets are a less expensive flooring than wood unless you go for a top-of-the-line designer alternative. However, if you want a flooring project to stand the test of time, you must consider factors other than the purchasing price. For the price of many wood floors, you can expect a lifetime of service. Even if you maintain your vinyl floor with care and consideration, it will begin to look weary after five years. In some cases, earlier than that, which means you'll need to reinvest every five or so years to keep its aesthetic and function.
Durability
A well-finished wood floor will withstand just about anything you can throw at it in a busy space. As vinyl floors wear, they face an increased risk of damages, most commonly in the form of traffic marks and prints. The beautiful thing about a wood floor is that you can easily sand and polish it if it starts to look worn. It allows you to restore it to a new condition for a relatively low cost and labour.
Look
There's no denying that there's no competition between wood and vinyl when it comes to creating a classy and fashionable look in your property. Vinyl can produce some pretty eye-catching effects, especially when used for balcony decking. Meanwhile, the most majestic homes and mansions don't have wood floors for no reason! Thus, you have to choose what best fits your style and needs.
Maintenance
People often assume that what vinyl flooring takes to clean and sanitize are a simple sweep or vacuuming and a mop. On the other hand, a well-finished wood flooring requires no more frequent upkeep than a vinyl floor. If your wood floor has been professionally treated, you shouldn't even need a cleaning solution to keep it looking great because water alone will suffice.
Conclusion
While choosing between the two can be overwhelming and confusing, it is essential to consider your needs, budget, and preference. Both are great and serve their function, but there’s undoubtedly a flooring kind that will best suit your project.
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