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Laminate |
Tile & Stone |
Hardwood |
Engineered Hardwood |
Carpet |
| DURABILITY (Life Expectancy) |
May last 15-30 years depending on usage. |
May last a lifetime if maintained properly. |
May last a lifetime if maintained properly. |
May last a lifetime if maintained properly. |
May last 15-30 years depending on usage.
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| PET SAFE |
Scratch resistant. However, liquids can damage floor. |
Pet safe. |
Can scratch and liquids can damage floor. |
Can scratch and liquids can damage floor. |
Can Stain and trap odours |
| WATER RESISTANCE |
Water can damage floor. |
Water safe. |
Water can damage floor. |
Water can damage floor. |
Water can be removed without damage to floor. Prolonged moisture exposure is not good. |
| LOCATION RESTRICTIONS |
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| Powder Room |
Okay |
Good |
Okay |
Okay |
Poor |
| Full Bath |
Poor |
Good |
Poor |
Poor |
Poor |
| Kitchen |
Poor |
Good |
Okay-Caution |
Okay-Caution |
Poor |
| Basement |
Good |
Good |
Poor |
Okay |
Good |
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| Material Cost (sq ft) |
$0.90-$7.00 |
$1.10-$17.00 |
$3.50-$12.00 |
$3.00-$12.00 |
$1.50-$7.00 |
| Installation Cost (sq ft) |
$1.25-$2.00 |
$2.00-$12.00 |
$1.75-$3.00 |
$1.75-$3.00 |
$0.50-$1.00 |
| Property Calue (Increase in Property Value) |
Okay/Poor |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Okay/Poor |
