When you own rental property, you have different options for flooring. However, you need to consider what you choose to be cost effective. Also, you also want something that’s durable, looks good and holds up. Below are some suggestions on what you can use to accomplish this:
- Carpet: If you chose to put down carpet in your apartment building, it would reduce noise below the apartment. It will reduce energy bills too. But, it does trap allergens and odors, and it needs to be cleaned periodically. Carpet can’t be patched either, and it will stain. If it’s ripped, the entire carpet will need to be replaced.
- Tile: Tile is durable and easy to clean, plus it comes in a variety of price ranges. It’s water resistant but needs to be sealed or polished. Tiles can crack if something heavy is dropped on them too. Also, the grout in between the tiles will need to be cleaned when it becomes dirty. It’s used most often in kitchens, basements, bathrooms and common areas. Also, it’s employed in humid climates often instead of carpet.
- Hardwood floors: Hardwood floors are made to last a lifetime. They can be refinished if they become scratched. A hardwood floor also doesn’t react to moisture changes. It is expensive to install and can scratch easily, however. Sunlight will cause the wood to lighten in color. It can be used in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and offices.
- Vinyl: This floor covering in relatively inexpensive, cleans easily, is water resistant and is easy to install. But it isn’t very durable because it will tear if something is moved on it improperly. Moisture gets under the vinyl too, plus mold and mildew can form. It’s used mostly in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Linoleum: This product is also easy to install and clean. It’s prone to denting and tearing though. It’s used in dining rooms and kitchens.
When laying down flooring, there are many options.