The comparison chart is just a very general guideline to help you when choosing a residential floor covering. These ratings will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and you should always refer to the specific manufacturer's written documentation before purchasing a floor. Always read carefully the manufacturer's warranty to see what is covered under the warranty.

See Flooring America's calculator to estimate how much flooring you will need.

Ratings:

Very Poor

*

Poor

**

Average

***

Good

****

Excellent

*****

Basic Floor Types
	Vinyl	Solid Wood	Eng. Wood	Laminate	Ceramic	Carpet
Install Below Grade	Yes	NR	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Damage Resistance	**	**	***	****	*****	***
Moisture Resistant	****	*	**	***	*****	*
Ease of Maintenance	****	***	***	****	****	***
Stain Resistance	***	**	**	*****	*****	**
Fade Resistance	***	**	**	*****	*****	***
Softness Under Foot	**	*	*	*	*	*****
Scratch Resistance	**	***	***	****	****
Ease of Repairing	*	***	***	**	**	*
Design & Color Selection	*****	*	**	**	***	****
*Price Range  (sq. ft.)	$.50 - $4.50	$2.50 - $6.00	$3.00 - $8.50	$2.00 - $5.00	$2.50 - $8.00	$.50 - $5.00

Notes:
• *The Price Range is for material only and the prices are just meant to be general guidelines. These prices will vary from region to region, as well as store to store.
• All the ratings are based on "normal household" usage.
• The "NR" represents "NOT RECOMMENDED".
• "Stain Resistance" is based on "Normal household" chemicals.
• If moisture is present below grade you should consult a professional flooring contractor to see if the room is suitable for floor covering.
• "Fade Resistance" is based on resistance to direct UV sunlight.
• The Vinyl floor category is for all types of residential vinyl floors.
• The Solid Wood represents pre-finished solid wood, not unfinished. The Engineered Wood is for both engineered plank and longstrip plank, pre-finished floors. Job-site finished wood floors are not included.
• The Ceramic category represents glazed ceramic tile only for indoor use.
• The Carpet is grouped as all residential, indoor carpet fibers, styles and construction types.