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| Carpet |
- Effective at dampening sound.
- Soft, comfortable surface
- Wide range of colors and style
- Simple to install
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- Requires more cleaning than more other types of floor.
- Dust and dirt can be trapped in th fibres if not cleaned properly
- The wrong type of carpet in the wrong place can be damaged by spills, stains, and heavy traffic
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| Wood |
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Doesn't trap dust
- Adds to the value of your home
- Adds a warm and inviting atmosphere
- Durable and long lasting
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- Susceptible to damage from sunlight, spills, and water seepage
- Refinishing the surface can be costly
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| Natural Stone Tile |
- Extremely durable
- Adds to the value of your home
- Especially good choice for kitchens
- Wide variety of colors and patterns
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- Can be difficult to install
- More expensive than some alternatives
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| Ceramic Tile |
- Wide variety of patterns and styles
- Suitable for kitchens and bathrooms
- Durable and resistant to water, spils and stains.
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- Installing tiles can require a lot of work in preparing the underfloor
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| Vinyl |
- Excellent for kitchens and bathrooms
- Suitable for areas where dirt would otherwise be a problem.
- Easy to cleans
- Resists damage
- Simple to install
- Excellent value for money
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- Cheaper vinyls do scratch and wear quickly.
- Can give an 'echoey' quality to sound.
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