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If you've been planning to revamp the flooring in your house, you should probably sift through this story. We shall not only tell you about the flooring options on offerfrom marble and granite to glass mosaicbut more importantly, their cost, so you can pick the one that suits your budget.
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If you're partial to the old-world charm and want wooden flooring, but can version. The latter is synthetic but looks like real wood. It's cheaper and moisture.
The good part is that re-flooring doesn't take too much time. As most floo one, a 12'x12' room would, on an average, take 1-2 days to be renovate
However, heavier material like marble and granite would take longer. If y vinyl flooring. It's available in rolls and tiles and can be applied with an in enhancing the appearance, flooring also helps hike the resale value of 60-70% more on your investment. Here's a ready reckoner to help you decide which floor suits your needs Which Floor Suits You?
Tiles Types : Ceramic, vitrified and glass mosaic. Finish : Glossy Durability : 10-15 years Usage : Tiles are mostly used for exteriors such as lobby and verandah Installation time *: 2 days
Cost (per sq ft): Ceramic: Rs 15-40; vitrified: Rs 32-150; glass mosaic: R Labour cost : Rs 10-25 a sq ft Installation cost for a 12'x12' room : Rs 5,120#
Keep in mind : The tiles need to be laid down smoothly. If uneven, air po cracks.
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Wooden Types : Laminated, grooves, rough, parquet and real wood. Finish : Satin Durability : 5-6 years
Usage : Wooden flooring is mostly used in bedrooms or stairs. It helps k warm during winters, and can be easily laid on the existing floor by using Installation time *: 1 day Cost (per sq ft): Laminated: Rs 40-60; grooves (4"x8"): Rs 175 50-60; real wood: Rs 300-1,200 Labour cost : Rs 10-15 a sq ft Installation cost for a 12'x12' room : Rs 7,560# Keep in mind : You can use a damp cloth or mop, but never drain it with
PVC or Vinyl Types : Rolls and tiles Finish : Matt Durability : 4-5 years
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Privacy Policy | Feedback Usage : Vinyl flooring is not as hard as marble or tiles and is water
and the kitchen. It can be easily applied with adhesive. Installation time*: 1-2 days Cost (per sq ft): Roll (6"x50"): Rs 22-25; tile (4"x8"): Rs 60-90 Labour cost : Rs 10-15 a sq ft Installation cost for a 12'x12' room : Rs 4,968# Keep in mind : The flooring can be easily dented or scratched if you use Marble Types : Sandstone, composite, Kota stone and white marble.
Finish : Satin, though you can opt for a glossy one by polishing it or a ma Durability : 25 years
Usage : Marble is fitted with cement and is suitable for both the exterior a Installation time *: 8-10 days Cost (per sq ft): Sandstone (2"x2"): Rs 22-25; Kota stone (2"x2"): Rs 25 marble (9"x9"): Rs 60-80 Labour cost : Rs 10-50 a sq ft Installation cost for a 12'x12' room : Rs 7,488# Keep in mind : It needs regular maintenance and can be eas slippery when wet. Granite Types : Crystal, honed, polished. It also comes in various colours. Finish : Glossy Durability : Lasts a lifetime with good care.
Usage : It's handy for the kitchen as it is resistant to oil spills, sugary drin the bathroom. Installation time *: 3-4 days
Cost (per sq ft): Grey: Rs 70-120; pink or white: Rs 70-110; black: Rs 11 Labour cost : Rs 10-50 a sq ft Installation cost for a 12'x12' room : Rs 14,400#
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Keep in mind : Though it doesn't crack or damage easily, it needs regula slippery when wet.
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