Best flooring option?

• Danny2012#2 Posted : Monday, 4 June 2012 1:18:40 PM

  I would definitely say that the best option for rentals is tiles. Laminated flooring tends to get scratched after a while (due to basic wear), and vinyl will start to lift after some time. Also is Vinyl not very hygenic since there are always some spaces (especially in the corners) where dirt tends to gather.
  
  Just make sure that the tiles are put in properly - if the tile grout underneath forms a cavity they tend to break easily. All of my properties I am renting out have tiles throughout. I have never had any problems with it.

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• Eos Property#3 Posted : Tuesday, 5 June 2012 12:10:47 AM

  Vote 2 for tiles.
  
  Having said that some properties in really cold places (Canberra ) may be advantaged by carpets in lounge, bedrooms etc. and tiles in the high traffic areas.
  
  Not sure there is a 'hard and fast' rule.

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• RichardStewart#4 Posted : Monday, 25 June 2012 6:20:29 AM

  Well, I think it is completely depends on your choice and budget. But still I must say laminate flooring will be a very good choice because it is durable and beautiful. The vinyl flooring may get damaged after a some time. And it fetch more costly if you frequently changing it. What you need to do is choose a good quality of wood for laminate floor or instead you can get readymade laminate floor from a nearby shop or by placing an order online.

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• adivol#5 Posted : Tuesday, 24 July 2012 1:36:26 PM

  Well, from my personnel experience, I will suggest you to go for tiles instead of vinyl and wooden floor, because vinyl and wooden floors need proper maintenance, They give a fancy and attractive look but only for short period of time but tiles, yes they are expensive but gives an astonishing look and for long time.
  
  

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• Darthygrahm#6 Posted : Saturday, 29 December 2012 10:04:08 PM

  Hi Friends,
  
  According to my personal experience I prefer carpet as it is cheaper than the other flooring. Now a days a variety of carpets is available in the market which gives the same feeling as flooring.
  

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• Ida Ma#7 Posted : Thursday, 3 January 2013 11:15:37 AM

  Have you considered Click on Vinyl Plank (Note: not the self adhesive ones) ? I its completely waterproof, little to none sub-flood preparation is required, cheaper than solid wood flooring, more durable than laminate flooring, and easy to install. I am a first time floating floor installer, but it only took me 40 mins to install it in a 15sqm lounge room. The finished floor looks great, and the the planks i bought have life time manufacturer warranty. i have had the vinyl plank for 6 months now, but have had the need to use my manufacturer waranty.

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• Darthygrahm#8 Posted : Wednesday, 23 January 2013 9:27:34 PM

  I think both are good, its depend on your choice and on your budget. Ask your family members what they want or go for your choice.

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• Di#9 Posted : Tuesday, 12 February 2013 4:27:03 PM

  I installed wooden laminate flooring in my own home, and any water that pools on it does result in a small bump underneath. I would go for tiles as well.

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• Aaron#10 Posted : Thursday, 14 February 2013 2:33:44 PM

  Carpet is better from a depreciation perspective. So if tax/cashflow is a consideration for you, then you may like to add this into you decision process.

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• Peter#11 Posted : Saturday, 23 February 2013 8:13:54 PM

  A second vote for Vinyl planking. We were initially going with floating timber but because of the high humidty in Northern Qld we opted for Vinyl planking which looks very similar to any wood you like. Not so cold underfoot as tiles. Lasts much longer than carpet and you can put a rug or two on it if you like.

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