Helping You to Compare Types of Flooring
There's so much choice available in the modern world that we often feel paralysed by the decision making process. We'd like to try and put all the considerations together in one place to help you make the right decision.
So, let's dive straight in and have a frank look at the choices that are available to you when you need a new floor:
Solid Wood Flooring
Pros:
- Thicker so re-sanding and refinishing possible
- Longer lifespan as a result
- Less expensive than engineered
- Handles high traffic well
- Looks better when worn
Cons:
- Needs treated for protection
- No engineered edges for easy fit
- Requires tradesmen to install
- Installation often costs more
- Needs sub-flooring
Engineered Wood Flooring
(pictured here with lacquer finish)
Pros:
- Looks like traditional wood
- Pre-sanded and treated
- Easier fitting with bevelled edges
- No sub-flooring required
Cons:
- Costs more than solid wood
- Less scope for refinishing
- Slightly shorter lifespan than solid wood
Laminate Flooring
Pros:
- Easy to transport
- Quick to install
- Versatile option
- Simple to maintain
- Resists mould and bacteria
Cons:
- Hollow sound
- Manufactured feel
- Can't be refinished
- Shorter lifespan
- Possible chemical release
Vinyl Flooring
Pros:
- Easy to install
- Insulates well
- Largely impervious to moisture
- Available in printed wood finish
Cons:
- Finish can look artificial
- Doesn't age / wear well
- Made from non-renewable petroleum
- Production consumes a lot of energy
- Potential for volatile chemical release
Contact Kreative Flooring's Trafford Park showroom to find out more about the extensive choice of flooring on offer.
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Contact Us
Contact Information
Kreative Floors Ltd
The Studio, Unit 2 The Bridgewater Centre, Robson Avenue
Trafford Park
Manchester
M41 7TE
Tel: 0161 748 8765
Email: sales@kreativefloors.com
