18 Types of Flooring ideas, Best Flooring Option From Granite, Marble, Tiles, Kota stone, Solid Wood, Engineered Wood, Laminate, SPC, WPC, Vinyl, Red Oxide, Mosaic, terrazzo, Hand-painted Tiles, Inlay Designed, Epoxy, Mix and Match, and Concrete, available Sizes There Cost with installation charges, Pros, and Cons.
Are you planning your home interior
Flooring is one of the most important aspects to design any space or room and it can transform the overall interior significantly. So we have to decide from the beginning before moving to any design for our interior. There are plenty of flooring ideas or options are available in the market and we often confused to select the best one according to our purpose or requirements.
Before selecting the best flooring idea we have to discuss the below things properly!
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What are my need and purpose?
What is my budget and how much I can spend on flooring?
What are the flooring options available for various rooms and outdoors?
Which flooring idea is best for my home?
Which is the most durable flooring option available?
What are the pros and cons of different flooring?
So let’s discuss various flooring ideas, available sizes, their cost with installation, and their advantages and disadvantages in detail.
Granite Flooring
Granite is one of the best floorings and used for many years. It is known for its earthy look and durability. You can make various stylish granite flooring designs using multiple types of granite.
It is available in various colors like black, white, green, red, brown, blue, pink, grey, and golden with a few mixed color patterns. You can use it indoors and outdoors as it’s naturally nonporous in nature and can bear high traffic areas.
Granite is mostly used in living room flooring, halls, kitchen countertops, and outdoors. It is the first preferred material in various public places too.
It is the most durable material compared to any other flooring and can last for ages, even two to three generations in heavy traffic or footfall areas.
You can check all the required granite flooring details below.
Marble Flooring
Marble is one of the most beautiful and durable materials for flooring. It provides a seamless look of flooring and looks absolutely stunning. This one is the best option who wants to add luxury to their home. This material is porous in nature and thus advisable to use only indoors. It is available in a couple of colors like white, green, pink, brown, and yellowish with various pattern designs.
Marble Price
Like granite, the cost of marble varies depending upon the size, quality, availability, patterns, and variety. More the distance from the production more will be the price. Unlike others the price of marble fluctuates from time to time like the same marble can cost you differently in a different season.
The cost of Indian marble ranges from Rs 40/- per sq. ft to Rs 300/- per sq. ft. and imported or Italian marbles start from Rs 300/- and go up to Rs5000/- per sq. ft. But the Marbles, which we mostly use that costs between Rs 80/- to Rs150/- per sq. ft.
Installation charges of marble flooring
The labor cost for installation of Marble comes around Rs20/- to Rs25/- per square foot like granite (It may vary in some cities and areas according to the cost of living and availability of skilled manpower.
Also, some other materials are required for the installation like sand, cement, white cement, transporting, etc, another expense of Rs 25/- per sq. ft is required.
and the polishing charges may go up to Rs20 per sq. ft depending upon your requirement.
So the total installation cost is around Rs70/- to Rs75/- per square foot.
Pros and cons of Marble flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Purely natural. Highly durable. Enhance the look of the interior. Looks beautiful as it provides a seamless glossy look. Fire resistant Non-slippery and Scratch proof. Easy to clean and maintain. Make the room cooler, hence useful for warm areas. | Expensive compared to granite and tiles. A little porous in nature. It takes time to install and the installation cost is high. Fully skilled labor is required for installation. Need polishing every 5 to 10 years. High transportation and loading/unloading charges as it is heavy. Additional cost required for lifting upper floors. Not advisable for low-temperature areas. |
Tiles Flooring
Tile is the most popular flooring option available and widely used. It is budget-friendly, easy to install and transport, and available in many varieties, patterns, colors, and designs. It may not as durable as granite or marble but it may last for almost 20 to 30 years easily and cost you half of granite or marble.
There are basically two types of tiles
One is widely used Vitrified tiles and the other is the least used ceramic tiles.
Vitrified tiles are non-porous in nature and durable, hence mostly used in high-traffic areas like the living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and outdoors. Ceramic tiles are very porous and hence used in low or no-traffic areas, such as wall design, store or puja rooms, etc.
Tile Sizes
Tiles are available in various shapes like square, Rectangular, and hexagonal. square and rectangular are the most popular ones and hexagonal tiles are used for some design purposes like mix-and-match flooring or a highlighter.
Vitrified tiles come in different sizes like 80cm X 240cm, 60cm X 120cm, 30cm X 120cm, 20cm X 120cm, 60cm X 60cm,100cm X 100cm, 80cm X 80cm, 40cm X 40cm, etc. and the ceramic tiles comes in sizes like 15cm X 60cm, 30cm X 45cm,30cm X 60cm, 40cm X 40cm, 60cm X 60cm, 60cm X 120cm, etc.
Flooring Tile Price
The price of tiles depends upon the size, pattern, type, and geographical location. Such as the Vitrified tiles cost higher than ceramic ones and the larger the tile size the higher will be price, also it varies from location to location.
However, the price of vitrified tiles starts from Rs 45/- per square foot to Rs 150/- per square foot, and the ceramic tiles cost between rs 35/- to Rs 75/-
Installation charges of Tiles Flooring
The installation charges of tiles basically depend upon the size of the tile and the design you want to make it, also it may differ from location to location.
The labor charge for installation lies between Rs 14/- to Rs 25/-.
Tile fixing compound or mortar, filler, and transporting may cost you another Rs 10/- to Rs 15/- per square foot.
Pros and cons of Tile Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Easily available. Available in various patterns, designs, and varieties. A budget-friendly flooring option. Easy to install and transport. Easy to clean and maintain. Fire-resistant. | Not durable and strong as marble and granite. Too many joint areas. The size of tiles may differ a little and have to be adjusted by fillers. Big-size tiles are sometimes found to bend a little. Not advisable for low temp areas. |
Hardwood Flooring|Solid Wooden flooring
If you love to experiment and want a new look for your home, especially a different pattern for flooring, then wooden flooring is the best option for you. It provides you with a classy brownish look and enhances the overall look of your room.
Hardwood or solid wood flooring is purely natural as it is made up of a solid piece of natural wood. you can choose from a variety of options like maple, oak, pine, walnut, bamboo, etc.
Hardwood flooring sizes
Mainly hardwood flooring comes in two varieties
one is plank sizes and the other is square or rectangular sizes and it may differ from brand to brand.
plank or long-shaped wooden flooring comes in various sizes like (HxWxL in mm)- 15/18 x 90 x 630, 15/18 x 123 x 300, 15/18 x 123 x 1200, 15/18 x 127 x 1800, 15/18 x 123 x 300, 15 x 96 x 960, 15/18 x 123 x 300, etc.
and the rectangular or square-shaped design comes in sizes like (HxWxL in mm)- (11/14/16) x (70/140/170/200/230) x (200/380/470/800/900), (16/20) x (600/700) x (600/700), etc.
*Note H represents the thickness of the hardwood flooring.
Hardwood Flooring Cost with installation
Again hardwood flooring cost depends upon various factors such as its size, thickness, quality, designs, make-in brands, etc, however, it will available from a basic Rs 450/- to premium Rs 2000/- per square foot including installation. If you choose to install it by yourself it will cost you around Rs20 to Rs25 per square foot, but it’s better to negotiate with the installation.
Pros and Cons of Hardwood flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| It provides a beautiful modern look to a room. It’s purely natural and hence environmentally friendly. Easy transport and quick installation process. A good flooring idea for low temp areas. | It is quite expensive compared to other floorings. No scratch, water, fire, and termite resistance. Difficult to maintain. May need polishing in every 3 to 4 year Not durable like marble or granite. |
Engineered Hardwood Flooring
As the name suggests it’s a combination of both, engineered wood and hardwood. (We often mentioned engineered wood as ply or compressed wood). The upper layer is pure hardwood glued with the engineered wood in the middle and the lower part consists of any stabilizing moisture resistance material or hardwood. It has better moisture resistance capability and is less expensive than hardwood and has almost the same durability.
like hardwood, it is also available in a variety of options like maple, oak, pine, walnut, bamboo, etc.
If you like your floor to look pure wooden with a moderate expense, and the same durability as hardwood flooring then it’s the best option to opt for.
Engineered hardwood flooring sizes
Engineered hardwood flooring comes in plank shapes.
And the sizes like (HxWxL in mm)- 20 x 300 x 2750, 14 x 138/190 x 1820/2200, 10 x 70 x 590/600, 15 x 90 x 485, 14 x 148/138 x 1860/2200, 12 x 125 x 910/1200, 14 x 215/189 x 2200 etc.
*Note H represents the thickness of the engineered hardwood flooring.
Engineered wood Flooring Cost with installation
Like hardwood flooring, the engineered wood flooring cost also depends upon the factors such as its size, thickness, quality, designs, make-in brands, etc, however, it will available from a basic Rs 400/- to Rs 600/- per square foot including installation. If you choose to install it by yourself it will cost you around Rs15/- to Rs20/- per square foot, but it’s better to negotiate with the installation during purchase.
Pros and Cons of engineered wood flooring
| pros | Cons |
| Less expensive compared to hardwood. Better moisture resistance than hardwood. Same durability as hardwood. provides a better look. Better for low temp areas. | Still expensive compared to tiles, granites, or marbles. Still not fully moisture-resistant. Not durable as granites, or marbles. No scratch, fire, and termite resistance. Need polishing in every couple of years. |
Laminate Flooring
It’s another type of wood-like flooring and is economical. Laminate flooring gaining significant popularity, because of less cost, quick installation, and availability. It’s a multi-layered material consisting of resins and HDF (high-density fiberboards) or MDF (Medium-density fiberboards. The bottom part that touches the ground is made up to resist moisture and its dimensional instability and the wear layer (upper level) is the laminate, which we often use during furniture making.
It is less expensive compared to hardwood, engineered wood, and other flooring option available in the market. when it comes to durability, laminate flooring can last for 15 to 20 years easily and even some good brands even provide a guarantee of 25 years.
You can consider this option as a substitute for hardwood or engineered wood considering your budget.
Laminate Flooring Sizes
like Engineered wood, laminate flooring also come in plank shapes.
Like (HxWxL in mm)- 10 x 159 x 1383, 8 x 195 x 1215, 8 x 244 x 1383, 8 x 134 x 804, 8 x 193 x 1383, 8 x 165 x 1210, etc.
*Note H represents the thickness of the laminate flooring.
Laminate flooring Cost with installation
Laminate flooring price defers according to make-in brands, quality of the material, sizes, designs, and availability of dealers of the location. Like HDF laminate flooring will cost you high than MDF, and the non-availability of dealers’ networks can cost you high.
However, the price of laminate flooring starts from Rs 50/- to Rs 250/- per square foot including installation. If you choose to install it by yourself it will cost you around Rs10/- to Rs15/- per square foot, but it’s better to negotiate with the installation during purchase.
Pros and Cons of Laminate flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| One of the cheapest flooring options. scratch resistance. Easy to clean and maintain. Easy to transport and quick installation | Not a durable flooring option. No fire, moisture, and termite resistance. Not thick as hardwood or engineered wood. Not a good flooring idea for heavy traffic areas and outdoors. |
SPC Flooring
The full form of SPC flooring is stone plastic composite flooring. As the name suggests, this material is built up with a mixture of stone powder and plastic (PVC). This one is the latest innovative product for the flooring world. The main thing about the product is, this is 100% water and termite-proof, very easy and quick installation process, and is budget-friendly unlike hardwood or Engineered wood.
So who wants wood-like flooring with a minimal expenditure with termite and waterproof options for flooring, this one is the best option.
SPC flooring sizes
SPC flooring too comes in plank sizes like laminate flooring and the sizes are Like (HxWxL in mm)- 3/4/5/8 x 180 x 1220, 4 x 170 x 1210, 4 x 300 x 600, etc.
*Note- H represents the thickness of the SPC flooring.
SPC flooring Cost with installation
First of all SPC flooring is very new to the market and may not be available in many towns and areas. However, the price of SPC flooring depends upon various factors like size, thickness, and availability of dealer networks.
Various SPC flooring is available in the market with a price range of Rs 80/- to Rs 200/- per square foot and the installation cost is around Rs 10/- to Rs 15/- per square foot.
Pros and Cons of SPC Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| A budget-friendly flooring option Termite proof. Waterproof. Easy to transport and quick installation. Low installation cost. | Non-availability in the market. Not fully scratch-proof. Fire retardant, not fireproof. Can not be recycled. Color fade over time. Not a durable material like other flooring options. |
Vinyl Flooring|PVC Vinyl Flooring
This type of flooring is popular mainly for commercial purposes, however with time and advancement of technology vinyl flooring is now being used for residential purposes as it provides beautiful seamless flooring and a smooth surface.
it is primarily composed of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and is available in finishes like wood, stone, and fabric finishes.
Vinyl Flooring sizes
It is available in various sizes like long sheets in rolls, plank, and tile shapes.
The thickness of the vinyl sheets starts from 0.65mm to 2mm and for planks, it’s 4mm and for tiles, it varies from 4mm to 8mm.
Vinyl flooring Cost with installation
Vinyl flooring sheet cost starts from Rs12 to Rs 30 per sq. ft with an installation cost of Rs 8/- per sq. ft with glue, which does not look good as the joint portion is visible and is specially used in small shops and showrooms and the color fades over time. It comes with a thickness of 0.65mm to 1mm.
The premium vinyl flooring cost starts from Rs100/- to Rs 200/- per square foot, which is a minimum thickness of 1.3mm and mostly 2mm. For a joint-free seamless look, an additional installation cost of Rs 20/- to Rs 25/- per sq. ft is required.
The plank and the tile-shaped vinyl flooring come in a price range of Rs 50/- to Rs 180/- per sq. ft with an installation cost of around Rs 20/- to Rs 25/- per square foot.
Pros and Cons of Vinyl Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Water resistance. Skid resistance Smooth and seamless surface Easy to maintain and clean | Not a durable flooring option Color may fade over time. Primarily composed of chemicals. Non-recyclable. |
Kota stone Flooring|Limestone Flooring
Many of us do not even consider this flooring option when going to choose the floor for our home, and what I can say is this one is a mistake.
Kota is one of the most beautiful flooring options. Nowadays it’s trading in designing space as its natural, durable, economical, and provides a tempting natural look.
It is also called limestone flooring and is available in the Kota district of Rajasthan.
You can consider this option for both interiors and outdoors instead of granite, Marble, and Tiles and provide your home with a well distinctive look.
Kota stone is available in various colors like yellow, brown, green, grey, etc, and various finishes like river finish, leather finish, or mirror finish.
What I can suggest is the green color with the leather or river finish looks stunning.
Kota Stone Flooring sizes
Kota stone is available with a thickness of 18mm to 30mm and usually comes in length and width of 22inch x 22inch, 1ft X 1ft, 2ft x 2ft, 1.5ft x 3ft, 2ft x 3ft, 2ft x 4ft, 2ft x 5ft, 2ft x 6ft, etc.
Kota stone flooring Cost with installation
Kota stone price depends upon various factors like thickness and size, design and color, and geographical location.
Kota stone price ranges from Rs 15/- per sq. ft to Rs 60/- per sq. ft.
Installation labor charge depends upon the size of the Kota stone, starting from Rs 20/- to Rs 30/- per square foot. Also, an expense of Rs 20/- per sq. ft will be required for mortar (cement, sand, or adhesive chemicals) and transportation.
Pros and Cons of Kota stone Flooring
| Pros | cons |
| Natural homogeneous material. Long durability. Anti-skid. Very economical compared to other natural flooring options. provide a different classy look. Can be used indoors and outdoors. | Not available in big sizes like marble and granite. Too many joint areas. Moderate strain resistance. Need a polish over time. Difficult to clean. The surface is not smooth as marble or granite. |
Mosaic Fooring|Mosaic Tile Flooring
Mosaic flooring has been used for ages. There are varieties of mosaic flooring design tiles used for flooring and wall cladding. Nowadays Mosaic is mainly used for decorative purposes and to provide a different look to a room. Mosaic is more of a design than a material.
Small pieces of ceramic tiles, vitrified tiles, glass, marble, granite, or any type of decorative stone are individually or mixed together to make a mosaic pattern. these small pieces are glued or fixed with mortars to a cement board and then polished. There are plenty of varieties and patterns available in the market.
Mosaic Tile Flooring sizes
The thickness of mosaic tiles carries from 4mm to 25 mm and the length and width are (L x W) like- 25cm x 38cm, 30cm x 30cm, 20cm x 30cm, etc.
Mosaic flooring Cost with installation
Mosaic tile flooring cost depends upon its thickness and size, materials used to make the pattern, and availability in the area.
However, the Cost of Mosaic tiles starts from Rs 25/- per sq. ft and may go up to Rs 5000/- per sq. ft.
Installation of mosaic flooring is a bit risky as it’s quite difficult to arrange the pattern and install it. The labor charge for mosaic flooring varies from Rs 15/- to Rs 25/- and another Rs 10/- to Rs 15/- is required for transportation, adhesive chemicals, or mortars to fix it.
Pros and Cons of Mosaic Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| outstanding design possibilities. Budget-Friendly Fully waterproof. A sustainable product. Recyclable. | Not as durable as other flooring options. Slippery. Not Fully scratch-proof. Not available in most places. Too many joint areas. Non-available in big sizes. |
Terrazzo Flooring
Terrazzo is a composite material like a mosaic, which consists of small chips of Marble, Granite, Quartz, glass, and decorative stones bound by cement or Epoxy or a combination of both and then polished for a uniform surface. It enhances the entire look of a room significantly and is a suitable replacement for frequently used Marble and Granite and durable for more than 100 years.
Many varieties of terrazzo are available like matt-finished terrazzo, Glossy finished terrazzo, cementitious terrazzo, epoxy terrazzo, etc.
Terrazzo sizes
the thickness of terrazzo is starting from 3mm to 30mm and is available in various sizes from small pieces to long sizes like 25cm x 25cm, 1ft X 1ft,1ft X 1.5ft, 2ft x2ft, 3ft X 4ft, 5ft X 5ft, 4ft X 10ft, etc.
Terrazzo flooring Cost with installation
The cost of terrazzo depends upon its size and thickness. Also, it may differ from dealer to dealer and from location to location.
the cost of terrazzo starts from Rs 40/- per sq. ft and goes up to Rs1000/- per sq. ft.
Installation of terrazzo flooring is a bit tricky as it’s quite difficult to arrange a suitable workforce due to the non-availability of skilled labor in many areas.
The labor charge for terrazzo flooring varies from Rs 20/- to Rs 30/- and another Rs 20/- is required for transportation, adhesive chemicals, or mortars to fix it.
Pros and Cons of Terrazzo Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| One of the beautiful flooring options. Good in durability. Provides a rich and luxurious look. Endless design possibilities. anti-skid, stain-free, and easiest to clean and maintain. Color does not fade easily. | Quite an expensive flooring option. Nonavailability of material. Non-availability of the skilled labor force. Too many joint areas for small-size terrazzos. Difficult to transport especially the big ones. Difficult to lift the big-size terrazzos to the upper floors. |
Red Oxide flooring|Cement Oxide Flooring
Red oxide has been around in India for centuries and is one of the oldest flooring options available. After the introduction of many fancy flooring options, Red oxide took the back seat but nowadays it is back in trend and loved by many households for its classic elegant look, cost-effectiveness, durability, and sustainability. It can be used both indoors and outdoors. Red oxide is an eco-friendly hazardless substance mixed with cement to obtain a specific color. There are color options like white, black, green, blue, yellow, etc available but red is the most popular one. From village to town it is widely used in India but most popular in southern India specifically Kerala, Karnataka, and Goa.
Red Oxide flooring Cost with installation
It is one of the cheapest flooring options available or you can say the less expensive than all available flooring options, but one of the labor-intensive flooring. So you have spent more on labor than material. So the cost depends upon the availability of skilled labor in your location.
Including labor and material the expense for a square foot will be Rs 50/- to Rs &70/-.
Pros and Cons of Red Oxide flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Durable and budget-friendly flooring option. Easy to clean and maintain. Non-toxic and eco-friendly. Provides a different look. Make your room cooler. | Hard to find skilled Labour. The flooring of any room is to be completed in a single stretch. Prone to crack. Does not provide a shiny look. |
Pros and Cons of Red Oxide flooring
WPC Flooring
If you are looking for flooring for your balcony or terrace or other outdoor areas then WPC flooring is the best option available. This is fully waterproof, anti-skid, and durable. As the name suggests this is a mixture of wood and PVC and is hence called wood plastic composite.
This is available in both plank shape which is called WPC deck flooring and in tile shape called WPC tile flooring and is mainly used in Balcony, Terrace, Portico, and full outdoor areas like gardens, swimming pull areas, and outdoor bathrooms. This is also used in outdoor furniture.
WPC Flooring Available Sizes
WPC deck flooring and WPC tile flooring come in various sizes.
WPC deck flooring sizes are (HxWXL in mm) like- 2440x145x23, 2440x145x21, 2220x150x25, 2900x148x25, 2900x150x25, 1220x145x23, etc and the tile shaped flooring mostly comes in 300mmx300mmX24mm, 300mmx300mmX25mm, etc.
WPC flooring Cost with installation
WPC deck and tile cost depend upon the order quantity, size, quality, thickness, and density of WPC.
However, the WPC deck flooring cost ranges from Rs 300/- per square foot to Rs400 per square foot and the WPC tile flooring comes in a range between Rs 280/- to Rs 450/- per square foot.
The installation of WPC flooring is different for both deck and tile and hence the installation cost varies hugely. While the WPC deck flooring requires installation materials like channels and accessories hence cost around Rs 170/- to Rs 180/- per square foot including labor charge, WPC tiles have an inbuilt interlocking system and do not require any additional installation material hence another Rs15/- to Rs25/- required only for labor charge.
Pros and Cons of WPC flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| One of the best outdoor flooring. Provides a different look and is durable. Fully water and termite-proof. Anti-skid or skid resistance. Easy to maintain and clean. | Expensive compared to other floorings. Not a good flooring idea for indoors. Unavailability of dealers and skilled laborers. Not recyclable. Not a fireproof material. Color may fade over time. |
Hand Painted Tile Flooring
Hand-painted tiles are ceramic tiles in which the hand-made designs are prepared on paper before being transferred to the tiles via screen printing. These types of tiles are used only in indoor areas due to the porous nature of the ceramic tiles. Nowadays hand-painted tiles are trending in designing spaces due to their artistic look and are mainly used as a highlighter in walls, courtyards, and corridors, but you can use it according to your taste in any indoor area except bathrooms. What we can suggest to you is to avoid high-traffic areas too.
Hand-painted tiles Flooring Available Sizes
The hand-painted tiles are mostly available in 300mmx300mm size for flooring but for wall, it comes in sizes like 50mm X 50cm, 100mm X 100mm, etc.
Hand Painted Tiles Flooring cost with installation charges.
Hand-painted tiles are available in a price range starting from Rs 50/- to Rs 100/- per sq. ft.
The installation charges for hand-painted tiles are the same as ceramic tiles.
The labor charge for installation lies between Rs 14/- to Rs 25/-.
Tile fixing compound or mortar, filler, and transporting may cost you another Rs 10/- to Rs 15/- per square foot.
Pros and Cons of hand-painted tiles
| Pros | Cons |
| Provide a different vibe to your interior. Less expensive compared to other flooring options. | Very porous in nature. Not advisable for outdoor and high-traffic areas. Color may fade over time. |
Inlay Designed Flooring
Stone inlay flooring is available with multicolors basically designed in a marble stone. Now various inlay-designed flooring is available which are designed with natural stone, quartz, granite, steel, bronze, and even in woods. It is available in various sizes from small to big and thicknesses like 15mm to 30mm and used for decorative purposes, mainly to break the monotony of any pattern of marble or any other flooring. It enhances the look of the floor and the entire room as well.
Inlay-designed flooring cost with installation
Marble Inlay designed floor cost- Rs 800 to Rs 5000 per sq. ft.
Stone Inlay designed floor cost- Rs 600 to Rs 2000 per sq. ft.
Metal Inlay designed floor cost- Rs 600 to Rs 1800 per sq. ft.
Granite Inlay designed floor cost- Rs 500 to Rs 1500 per sq. ft.
Wooden Inlay designed floor cost- Rs 100 to Rs 800 per sq. ft.
And the installation charges of inlay flooring are mostly the same as the flooring you are doing.
Pros and Cons of Inlay Design Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Provides a luxurious look. Breaks the monotony of any pattern. | Very expensive. Non-availability of highly skilled labor |
Mix n Match Flooring
In a simple way, mix n match flooring means combining two or many same or different flooring together like the same material with different colors, patterns, designs, or sizes, or two totally different flooring materials. You can take two hardwoods, engineered wood, laminate, marble, granite, terrazzo, mosaic, or tiles of different colors, patterns, designs,s or sizes or you may combine hardwood with tile or marble with granite or terrazzo with hardwood, etc. This is mainly done for the design purpose and to break the monotony of any single material or pattern.
Mix and match flooring cost with installation
we have already discussed each and every flooring cost and its installation. So the flooring cost depends upon the material you used, whereas the installation of this type of flooring is a tricky process and may cost you differently according to your mix-and-match pattern and the material. The installation cost of the mix-and-match flooring definitely costs you more than the regular flooring. It may require two different skilled personnel when you mix two different floorings.
Pros and Cons of Mix and match flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Provides a stylish and trendy look. It is a durable flooring option. An option for those who don’t want a contemporary look. | It is expensive. You need professional guidance to mix and match. Installation is tricky. |
Epoxy Flooring
Epoxy is a chemical composite material that primarily consists of polymer resins and hardeners and then single or multiple colors are mixed with it to create a different design or pattern of epoxy flooring. It is a modern flooring option that provides a shiny, brighter, and seamless look. It’s hard and a durable flooring option that you can opt for.
Generally, the thickness of the epoxy flooring starts from a minimum of 2mm to a max of 12mm, and anything less than 2mm thickness is called epoxy coating.
Epoxy Flooring Cost with installation.
If you are interested in epoxy flooring then choose a service provider who can install it for you and you just have to select the color and the designed pattern as it is quite difficult for you to install it by your own arrangements. Most of the epoxy flooring service providers charge on a square foot basis which starts from Rs50/- to Rs 400/- according to the thickness, the pattern, and the design you select.
Pros and Cons of Epoxy Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Provides a shiny and brighter look to a room. Less expensive compared to other flooring options. Fully waterproof and has high resistance to any strain. Easy to clean. Available with plenty of variety. | Prone to dents and scratches. Polish is required every couple of years. Slippery surface. Unavailability of highly skilled labor. Not recyclable. |
Concrete Flooring
One of the simplest forms of flooring options available today, majorly used for industrial purposes or warehouse storage spaces before but now designers and architects are using it in a way to provide a neutral and warm look. You can make it colorful by adding colors to it and glossy or any other finishes by polishing it. It is durable and inexpensive.
Concrete Flooring Cost with installation
It simply involves the cost of concrete and the finishing material like color and polish if you require it.
The cost to make a concrete floor is not more than Rs 50/- per square foot including the labor charge.
Pros and Cons of Concrete Flooring
| Pros | Cons |
| Provides a seamless and neutral look. Durable for ages. Relatively budget-friendly flooring option. Easy to maintain and clean. Flexible for any design. | Very hard surface. Susceptible to moisture. Not a good flooring idea for cooler areas. Very slippery when polished. Cracks may develop over time. |
Q & A
What is the most durable type of flooring?
Granite and concrete flooring are the most durable flooring available. It can last up to 3 generations.
What is the cheapest flooring to put down in a house?
The best and cheapest flooring available is the red oxide and concrete which are durable too and cost you around Rs50/- per square foot. If you are looking for something different then laminate or vinyl plank is the next which starts from Rs 50/- to Rs 60/- per square foot. There are also tiles available that cost not more than Rs 60/- per square foot. If you are looking for the cheapest flooring available for a temporary purpose then the vinyl sheets are the ones you may opt which will cost you between Rs 20/- to Rs 25/- per square foot.
Which is the healthiest flooring for homes?
Natural flooring is the healthiest flooring and is environment friendly like marble, granite, natural stone, and Kota stone. You can opt for cement-based floorings too.
