Flooring Models – How to choose the best one?

 The floor is responsible for ensuring a better finish for the property, in addition to contributing positively to the decoration, enhancing and making the environment more beautiful.

There are several types of flooring, each of which can be applied in specific areas. Discover, below, the main models, their advantages and disadvantages and where to use them.

Main floor models

Vinyl

It is a floor made with PVC resin, which is a plastic that is resistant to damage. This model imitates wood, is available in a wide range of colors, allowing for more variation in decoration, and is recommended for indoor environments only.

vinyl floor

Advantages: affordable price, high durability and moisture resistance. In addition, it does not propagate flames and is immune to insect and rodent infestation;

Disadvantages: cannot be applied to all surfaces, requires skilled labor for installation and is easily marked over time.

Porcelain tile

It is the favorite of those looking for finishes with a high standard touch. There is a wide variety of color, size and texture of porcelain tiles, which can be polished, semi-polished, rustic or enameled, versions that can be used indoors and outdoors, wet or dry.

Porcelain floor

Advantages: it has a refined finish, is easy to clean, resistant to moisture and scratches, in addition to having excellent durability, without requiring constant maintenance;

Disadvantages: It has a high price and requires specialized labor for application. In addition, the floor is slippery (except the rustic version) and cold (offers reduced thermal comfort).

ceramics

Ceramic flooring is probably one of the best known and used in home decoration, and can be applied indoors and outdoors, in living rooms and bedrooms, bathrooms and laundry rooms.

Ceramic Floor

Advantages: affordable, waterproof and easy-to-clean flooring. It has a low installation cost, which lowers the final cost of the entire floor covering project;

Disadvantages: it is a tiled floor, therefore, it offers low thermal comfort, in addition to being slippery and delicate, which means that it can be damaged more easily.

Granite

It is a flooring made of natural stone that is distinguished by its high mechanical resistance, being indicated for rooms where there is a large circulation of people or in the bathroom.

granite floor

Advantages: it is highly resistant to damage, scratches and marks, in addition to having a low water absorption capacity, being easily cleaned and available in a wide range of colors;

Disadvantages: Continued use of harsh chemicals while cleaning can wear down the floor. Furthermore, the installation must be carried out by specialized professionals, as it requires a firm and correct base to guarantee a perfect result., about Flooring refinishing in Neptune beach

Hydraulic tile

Ideal for those looking for a decoration with a retro touch or prefer something colorful. Such a floor is recommended for installation in the kitchen, laundry room and bathroom, including in outdoor areas, such as on the balcony.

Hydraulic Tile

Advantages: allows you to be more daring in decoration, working with different colors and prints, which personalizes the environment and gives more creativity to the area;

Disadvantages: it usually has a higher price, both the product itself and the installation, as it requires greater care to ensure that the design is perfect.

Wood

Wood is a noble covering for floors and can be found in parquet, hardwood and parquet versions. Because it is not resistant to moisture, its application is only indicated for dry environments, such as living room and bedroom.