Friday, January 23, 2009

Tips And Tricks For A Better Floor

By Alix Montoya

If you search the Internet on all flooring types available, you will find millions of choices. That's because the options on floor types are growing everyday. So if you think all these is too much, here are some ideas to get you started.

Carpeting comes in many different kinds like wool, nylon and pile. I recommend asking a professional interior designer if you're thinking about which carpet to choose. For places that get a lot of foot traffic, you can go with durable wool. Berber would be great for family rooms. Price ranges between $15 and $30 per yard.

Ceramic tiles give a sleek and sophisticated look and it comes in many different sizes and colors which you can choose from. It is weaker than other materials so you should use it in places that you want to look nice but not often travelled. Prices range from $8 to $15 per square foot.

Polished concrete offers the best of all options. It can give you a more contemporary look as marble but it is as cheap as ceramic tiles. If you're worried it's too cold, contractors can put heating tubes underneath to keep it warm in the winter. It also comes in many colors.

So whatever material you go with, all you have to consider is know what you really want. It's best to just go with the existing overall look of your house's architecture. Just weigh around functionality, style and costs and you'll have a beautiful new floor in no time. - 16738

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