2007-09-16 15:14:00 · 11 answers · asked by ika 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Well its like a man. If you a get a good one, and lay it right the first time, you can walk on it forever.
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They are all good choices so its what look you prefer and the cost.
2007-09-16 15:56:34 · answer #1 · answered by deb2polar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends. Ceramic is hard and will last a long, long time if you don't use cast iron skillets. Linoleum is in one piece and looks like linoleum-but much better than it used to look. Laminate doesn't have the finish for the type of cooking I do. I still like the little sqares of vinyl. When I get tired of looking at it, I hire a kid from down the street, buy a scraper at Home Depot, and put down something different that matches the new look in my kitchen. I don't mind the squares and they have some remarkable stuff that isn't in squares anymore. Last time I took up the tiles, I stained the concrete and I'm still looking at that. And then I went into this fast food place and they poured a really smooth finish over the concrete. It was really nice. You need what suits you today and tomorrow. . .
2007-09-17 00:18:28 · answer #2 · answered by towanda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think ceramic would take the most upkeep. I have tiles in my kitchen and we are soon going to have to redo the grout between them. I also dislike it because of the hardness (it's hard on my feet and knees). Linoleum or laminate would both be easy to clean (anything with a smooth surface is easiest). I'm not sure about laminate, but with linoleum you can put a padding underneath to make it easier on the joints.
2007-09-16 22:23:38 · answer #3 · answered by terlynn_1370 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is my opinion:
They are all fairly easy to take care of, We have laminate and its beautiful, the only thing I dont like about it is if you drop something heavy it has cracked, same with ceramic, it will break, plus it gets very slippery when wet. Linoleum is good and now they have it taht looks like ceramic (we have this in our bathrrom) it is easy to mantain. I guess its up to you how much money you want to spend and knowing downfalls of each, which is the lesser evil! : ) Good luck, I hope it turns out beautifully!
2007-09-16 22:23:58 · answer #4 · answered by kaytee3212 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ceramic.
Laminate will warp or deteriate in spots if you had spilled a liquid & didn't get it ALL cleaned up immediately.
Linoleum may be quicker to use the kitchen floor but it will tear if try to move stove, frig, etc...
Ceramic cleans easily. I made mistake of using light colored grout which shows dirt easily. I have throw rugs near sink, doorway & stove. Love it. And I never need help moving the stove or frig.
If you decide to go with ceramic & plan to do yourself, contact me & I'll give you some advice to make it less 'painful'.
2007-09-17 00:07:44 · answer #5 · answered by Carole Q 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Linoleum tears easily, and when you move appliances to clean you have to be extra careful.
Laminate might not hold up to spills, etc...
Ceramic tile will be the best for the kitchen
2007-09-16 22:51:33 · answer #6 · answered by Beatrice C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ceramic is better for wet areas, such as the kitchen or bath. Just make sure to top it with sealer periodically and it'll hold up practically forever.
Linoleum and laminate will eventually suffer far more from water, wear and tear, and maintenance is harder.
2007-09-19 15:35:38 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ceramic will be more durable. Laminate looks better but might not be as durable. Given a choice it would be hardwood over all the above.
2007-09-16 23:09:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Polished quartz, sandstone, or limestone tiles really look nice and endure. One way to give your kitchen some personality is to lay the tiles at 45 degrees to the walls - so much nicer than a parallel grid pattern.
2007-09-16 22:25:38 · answer #9 · answered by benz300coupe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ceramic would be most durable and easy to clean/maintain
2007-09-16 22:19:57 · answer #10 · answered by PikC 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋