Three Basic Types of Floor
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- This refers to a permanent covering of a floor area to provide a walking surface.
- These are usually of durable quality.
- Unlike hard floors, these do not become part of the structure of the building.
- These are soft and warm such as rugs and carpets.
- This is made up of clay, tale, earthenware or terracotta and other minerals that have been fired.
- A natural product of the earth.
- A costly and sophisticated choice and comes in a wide variety of natural colorings.
- Gives a country style setting.
- This is formed from blocks of wood.
- These are durable and aesthetically appealing. They convey a natural and comfortable ambiance.
- A cheaper substitute to hard wood.
- It has revolutionized designer flooring.
- Characteristically warm on feet, hard-wearing and quiet.
- Made from the bark of the cork oak, this flooring is highly porous, and always need sealing.
- It is produced using all natural, easily renewable materials.
- A textile floor covering woven or felted from natural or manmade fibers.
- Smaller than the room in which they are located.