When performing repairs in the house, each person faces the issue of choosing a floor covering. Some want it to be completely natural, others emphasize beauty and durability. Modern manufacturers have taken into account the requirements of all customers and offered them different types of floor coverings for the apartment. So, what do you have to choose from today?
Choosing a floor covering for an apartment
The following finishing materials are the most popular:
- Parquet . The most expensive material in its segment. Advantages: full naturalness, the ability to update with a bark, durability, presentable appearance. Disadvantages: over time, parquet begins to creak, gaps appear between the slats.
- Laminate flooring . It is a quality imitation of parquet, but it is cheaper. The laminate is resistant to abrasion, does not burn, it is easy to install. Among the shortcomings it is necessary to allocate low noise insulation and the inability to use it in rooms with high humidity.
- Linoleum . Quality linoleum can cost as well as laminate, but its tactile properties are less pleasant. This floor covering can be laid even on an uneven surface, does not crack, has high moisture resistance and sound insulation. Cons: dents from furniture may appear.
- Carpet flooring for the apartment. A good option for a bedroom and a children's room. Carpet absorbs sounds well, gives the room a cosiness. But we must remember that it is difficult to clean and eventually burns.
- Ceramic tiles . The best floor covering for an apartment with high traffic. The tile is not exposed to humidity and high temperatures, it is durable.
In addition to these options, there are many other floor coverings - cork, polymer filler floor , PVC tiles.
