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Originally Posted by Roaddog53
I agree with all on resale. people will look past that and the house is usually priced accordingly. you pay more for more expensive so you should get a little more.
The other option is wood. I have had all and have tile now in the main rooms. With a slab the tile is much colder and harder on your feet. The grout gets dirty faster. Laminate is easy to clean but is still hard. Some look pretty good. Although wood is more, I think is it the best choice. Warmer, softer, and easy maintenance.
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I agree. We've had it all in each of our homes. I would definitely go for the hardwood floors or laminate in the living room, dining room and bedrooms.......
Ditto, wood for the foyer since Floridians do not have to contend with mud season (like March in Vermont), snowy slushy season, etc.
Carpeting is softer on your feet and easier on your knees and legs than tile but tile is definitely cooler in a hot climate. It's an individual preference.
However, tile is a chore to wash and keep clean, unless one has a maid.
Large expanses of tile would be awfully hard to keep clean.......I know just in our kitchen, drips from putting things in the dishwasher......etc.
Tile in the bathrooms.....a big YES.