When it comes time to choose materials for our new home or a renewal, the
first above all is always the flooring. Floors have priority over the rest because it not only visually
affects the whole house, as would the finish of the walls or ceilings, but also has an additional
sensory component, as we constantly step on it.
The sensation we have when we step on one
material or another varies drastically, from the warmth of the material to the touch, to the noise it
makes when we step on it, each material offers us a different sensation.
The best floor for
your home will make you feel comfortable, and it will have to match with the rest of the elements in
your house.
How to choose among so many different types of flooring?
The variety of materials with which we can cover the floor of our home is immense and if you review our product catalog you will surely love many of our floors, but we will focus on some of the favorites:
- Laminates and vinyl
- Natural stone
- Ceramic
Laminate or Vinyl Flooring
Laminates are made up of several layers of very low thickness and what we see once
installed is actually a high resolution photograph, because this material can mimic other designs such
as wood. Since it is a print, the variety is endless, stone, textiles or even metals for an industrial
appearance. The process is so simple that there are already companies that make these materials with the
design that you request. Vinyl is very similar to laminate but is mainly composed of PVC, which makes it
very resistant to water, and even submersible.
As for vinyl flooring, the advantages are the
same, but in addition, as we mentioned before, these floors are much more resistant to water and
humidity than laminate and, once installed, there is a minimal risk of breakage, as these are more
flexible.
Another great advantage of laminate flooring and vinyl flooring these need almost no
maintenance. You can clean them with a damp cloth, with a microfiber mop or using a specific product for
these types of floor.
Natural stone floors
Natural stone floors work in much the same way as ceramic tile floors, they are
resilient, withstand moisture, work wonderfully well with radiant floors and can last a lifetime. But,
unlike ceramics, stone finishes need more space, since the thicknesses range from 2 to 4 cm, only of
material. The reason why so many people like to have natural stone floors is their uniqueness, each
stone is different... Marble floors for example are a unique stone and very precious when it comes to
give elegance to a space.
Although the stone is very resistant and withstands constant traffic,
as well as water and moisture, we must be very careful, because getting a piece identical to those of
our floor to make a replacement, it can be very complicated. Fortunately, if our stone floor has a small
scratch or stains it is possible to fix it with a polishing. It is important to note that most stones
are quite porous and, therefore, absorb liquids, in order to avoid this and make it stand up well over
the years, these should be polished.
Ceramic floors
Ceramic floors and porcelain tiles are obtained from the firing of clays and these
usually have a glazed top with the design or color we want.
If what you are looking for above
all is reliability, that the material will not give us problems over the years, the ceramic floors are a
good choice. They are very resistant, can be used in humid areas, also they are extremely durable. The
versatility of this material for any space is enormous.
The greatest advantage of ceramic floors
is their maintenance. When cleaning these floors, you should only be careful not to use abrasive
products. If, in case, we scratch or damage a piece, the replacement is very simple. Ceramic and
porcelain tile floors are resistant to abrasion, shocks, and humidity and with greater
durability.
Choosing the material for the floor of our house is not easy and each person must
assess what factors are those that decide to prioritize. Each material offers a series of advantages and
disadvantages and, for this reason, the best way to choose the floor of our house is to know all these
factors.
Remember that we not only have a varied catalog of materials for your floors, we also
offer personalized advice to evaluate your request and develop a proposal, in addition to a specialized
team in flooring installation throughout the Philadelphia area, just check at the bottom our address and
covering area.
