Flooring
Choosing flooring is a long-term decision. These guides compare the most popular options side by side so you can match the right floor to your budget, your traffic, your pets, and whether you live in the home or rent it out.
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LVP vs Laminate Flooring
LVP (luxury vinyl plank) is fully waterproof and ideal for kitchens, baths, and homes with pets or kids, while laminate is typically more scratch-resistant and feels firmer underfoot but is only water-resistant, not waterproof.
LVP vs Hardwood Flooring
LVP is more affordable, fully waterproof, and lower-maintenance, while solid hardwood offers timeless appeal, can be refinished multiple times, and often adds more resale value — but costs more and is sensitive to moisture.
Carpet vs LVP: Which Is Best?
LVP is easier to clean, more durable, and better for allergies and pets, while carpet is softer, warmer, and quieter — making LVP the better choice for most living areas and carpet best reserved for bedrooms.
Best Flooring for Homes with Pets
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) is the best all-around flooring for homes with pets because it's waterproof against accidents, scratch-resistant against claws, easy to clean, and comfortable for pets to walk on.
Best Flooring for Rental Properties
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP) is the best flooring for rental properties because it's durable, waterproof, affordable, easy to clean between tenants, and can often be spot-replaced plank by plank without redoing the whole floor.
How to Choose Flooring for High-Traffic Areas
For high-traffic areas like entryways, hallways, and kitchens, choose flooring with a strong wear layer and scratch resistance such as quality LVP, laminate, or tile — and avoid carpet and softer woods that show wear in pathways.
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