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Question About Flooring

KentuckyWoman — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 13:54:05 GMT

I am redecorating our family room and need some input.

We currently have carpet on the floor and I want something different. I looked at hardwood or tile. I don't like tile for a family room or den. What about laminate flooring? Any thoughts or suggestions concerning this type of flooring? We have small grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cats, and a dog so I am reluctant to get carpet again or hardwood. TIA.

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PMG055 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 13:59:34 GMT

Just last week DH and I had all our carpets removed and had LVP installed. Beautiful, looks like real wood, but much more durable. It comes in a variety of wood looks and colors and is good for all levels. So now I have tile downstairs and LVP upstairs and look forward to the easier upkeep. We have dogs and cats.

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Lucky Charm — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:02:14 GMT

I vote for hardwood.

It's timeless. It's not a fad. Been in homes for centuries!

Wouldn't settle for anything less.

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coconut1818 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:02:21 GMT

I have two friends who have recently built new homes. The most recent one has laminate which has come a long way since it first became available. She could afford anything but got the laminate due to having two bigger dogs. It's beautiful and looks pretty real. No clicking sound like the old days.

Other friend did the lino that looks like wood. Also looks really good and very dog friendly. I liked it so much she gave me the info but was out of my price range because I would do the whole house.

You can't go wrong with either one. Not sure how much the really good laminate costs, but I think I would go with that one after seeing both.

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Kachina624 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:30:53 GMT

I would seriously consider the vinyl plank floor that looks exactly like wood. Easy care. I wish I had it.

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fancy pantsy — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:41:24 GMT

i have tile flooring. i noticed you said you have a dog, and i will warn you that the tile floor (although i LOVE it) is hard on the doggie's joints when she is playing around and jumping on and off the couch.

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fancy pantsy — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:42:10 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
I would seriously consider the vinyl plank floor that looks exactly like wood. Easy care. I wish I had it.

if i could make a change, that is what i would get!

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RetRN — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:43:39 GMT

I think laminate would meet your needs the best. So many friends have replaced their carpet with laminate and it looks so nice.

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Rose429 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:02:56 GMT

@PMG055 is that vinyl plank you had installed? Did you put it in every room including bathrooms and kitchen? Is it waterproof? I have big dogs and am thinking about new flooring also. Thank you

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cater — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:06:38 GMT

I will never put in another flooring product that snaps together. Had one put in and in 2 months it started to come apart. The company finally agreed to replace it and in January installed another one. Different name brand very expensive and it is seperating in fact I can now pick up the pieces it is a total mess. They are going to replace it again. BUT this time there will not be a floating floor it will either be glued down or nailed down. When I saw how this floor was installed the first time I said to the guys '' this floor will never hold up '' they said we put this flooring in commerical buildings it is great" Well I was correct. I have had one piece flooring put in 3 different times never had any issues but this plank flooring will never be put in this home again. No we are not hard on our flooring. No one abuses it, I take good care of it but never again it is coming apart in places we don't even walk on. We were told this was top of the line products.

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PMG055 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:15:42 GMT

Yes. LVP is luxury vinyl plank. Only bedrooms, closets, loft, hallway. No kitchen or baths b/c those have tile in place and replacement of that is beyond our budget. The promo materials show it in kitchens and bathrooms. I got mine from Home Depot.

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faeriemoon — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:28:35 GMT

When you say you don't want tile do you include wood plank tile also?

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PMG055 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:32:59 GMT

Here is our master now. 🙂. It replaced old dingy 20 year old carpet with the occasional dog vomit stain. Sorry about the dogs, they like to photobomb ever picture and come arunnin whenever I get out the camera.

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KentuckyWoman — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:42:08 GMT

@fancy pantsy wrote:
i have tile flooring. i noticed you said you have a dog, and i will warn you that the tile floor (although i LOVE it) is hard on the doggie's joints when she is playing around and jumping on and off the couch.

@fancy pantsy I did not know that about tile and doggy paws. Something to consider for sure.

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faeriemoon — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:44:40 GMT

Here is the porcelain plank flooring I was talking about (this is my kitchen, but I have it throughout the house):

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KentuckyWoman — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:45:20 GMT

@faeriemoon wrote:
When you say you don't want tile do you include wood plank tile also?

@faeriemoon I'll have to check that out. Never knew such a thing existed. Thanks.

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faeriemoon — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:46:40 GMT

@KentuckyWoman I posted a picture for you.

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skatting44 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:51:48 GMT

Same here , plan on redoing my flooring . I too have a dog and a young grandchild. After much reserach , am going with solid Hickory flooring . The new laminates are more durable esp with pets and childrens toys . There's also enginered hardwood flooring . I wanted hardwood that could be resanded if damagaed . It's a tough decision . Just think ahead of what it would cost to repair if you ever plan to sell your home in the near future .

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KentuckyWoman — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 15:52:35 GMT

@faeriemoon I LOVE this! We will check it out this weekend. Thanks.

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LillyBee2 — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 16:13:19 GMT

I have agonized over this a few times. In an older house I used as a rental, put in regular laminate I got from Costco, do-it yourself. It really didn't last to long, and the clicking sound was terrible. That would be a no go for me. Then we replaced the flooring in our home and chose a pretty high grade LVP. Looked pretty good, still had scratches but it was 1000% times better then the one from Costco. It still kinda had a little clicky sound but I could live with it, the cost was good. Now, gonna replace another house with flooring: Gonna save up and buy real hardwoods. I want the real deal this time. The hardwood add warmth to room and value. I vote for real wood