Think about the demands the flooring will be subjected to as well as what it will take to maintain it. Do you have young children or pets? Does the room get much sunlight? Answering these questions can help you choose the right flooring.

For rooms that will be exposed to lots of moisture or even water on the floor – such as a kitchen or bathroom – vinyl or tile makes good sense. These types of floors are water-resistant and durable. 

Classic hardwood flooring is a good option for other rooms. Solid and engineered options are available.

Yes, in the opinion of Creative Flooring of Pensacola, you can, depending on the materials involved. Vinyl and laminate flooring can be installed on top of an existing floor. You can glue solid hardwood directly onto concrete. You should consider the age and condition of your existing flooring and whether it will work as a sturdy base for new flooring.

No, wood floors aren’t difficult to maintain. Vacuuming hardwood floors removes grit and debris. Wipe away dust from wood floors with a damp mop or cloth. Reduce the chance of scratching wood floors by making sure shoes with heels have plastic caps on the bottom to prevent scratching. Switch up the look of your hardwood floors with refinishing and staining.

Refinishing or restoring existing wood floors can you money. Resist the temptation to rip your old hardwood floor out before consulting with us. Wood flooring is resilient and made to last, and most damage can be repaired. Refinishing or restoring can make wood floors look new again. 

Laminate flooring is a budget-friendly layered flooring that look like wood, stone, and other pricier materials. Made of wood fibers compressed into a board/plywood board, it’s then covered with an “image” layer — a photo of whatever you want the flooring to look like — and a “wear” (protective) layer. Some laminate may have a backing layer made of cork or felt. 

Laminate is an affordable and durable option to get the look of expensive wood or stone. Easy to clean, it’s a great choice for homes with pets or kids. Prolonged exposure to water can cause the wood part of the laminate to warp. In the opinion of Creative Flooring of Pensacola, it’s not a suitable product for bathrooms.

Laminate has a wood component that makes it susceptible to water damage. Vinyl is entirely synthetic, meaning it’s waterproof. When installed properly, it’s fairly water-resistant. Creative Flooring of Pensacola doesn’t find laminate to be suitable for bathrooms or mudrooms (places where water might linger). 

Durable vinyl comes in many colors, textures, and styles. Laminate and vinyl are great choices for homes with high traffic from kids and pets, and they’re easy to maintain. Vinyl can go in any room; however, keep laminate out of the bathroom.

Tile floors have a wider variety of colors, textures, and designs than hardwood. Tile floors can last more than 100 years. From modern to traditional looks, there’s a tile pattern out there that you’re your style. Tile is durable, aesthetically pleasing, affordable, eco-friendly, and easy to maintain.

Ceramic tile is made of clay or other minerals that have been tightly compressed and heated in an oven. Ceramic tile can be glazed or unglazed and comes in many shapes, sizes, and colors. 

Porcelain tile is a ceramic product that’s been heated at an even greater temperature, making it more durable and less porous. Porcelain is a better fit for rooms with high moisture content (bathrooms). Its durability makes it an excellent choice for any room. 

However, durable ceramic tile is more affordable.