Selecting the right type of flooring for your home can be tricky, especially when you’re faced with so many attractive options. One way to narrow down your options is choosing between hardwood and tile flooring, both of which have many style options. To help you decide, here are several pros and cons of each flooring to consider. 

Hardwood Flooring

Hardwood floors are popular for their versatility and attractive appearance. They’re available in a wide range of woods, which can be stained to match your interior decor. Hardwood is a timeless beauty. With proper care and maintenance, it can last for decades. Regular mopping and vacuuming will keep them clean, while occasional deeper cleaning and polishing will enhance their shine.

They’re a costly investment, however. Wood also wears over time with heavy foot traffic. If exposed to water for extended periods, it can develop extensive damage that may require complete replacement. Families with kids and pets should note the hardness associated with wood—it’s not a gentle surface and can be noisy.

Tile Flooring

Floor tiles provide homeowners with an affordable option for nearly any room in the house. They’re available in a broad range of colors and materials, including porcelain and ceramic. Mopping or vacuuming the surface will keep them clean. They’re highly durable and can stand up to heavy foot traffic. Unlike hardwood, which may call for more extensive repairs, you can replace a single damaged tile easily.

However, floor tiles can collect plenty of dirt and debris on grout lines. If not cleaned frequently, they can detract from the clean appearance of the floor. While tiles do handle frequent use very well, a heavy strike from a piece of furniture or similarly hefty item can chip or crack them. Carrying large items with caution is one way to protect the integrity of your tiles.

The experts at Ceramic Tile Plus and Exclusively Yours take great pride in installing high-quality tile flooring in homes throughout Kahului, HI. With over 40 years of experience, the family-owned company specializes in elegant ceramic and porcelain floor tiles. If you’re remodeling the kitchen or bathroom, count on them for cabinets and natural stone countertops as well. To find out more about their inventory, visit the team online or call (808) 871-8674.