Which is easier to install tile or wood flooring?
I disagree with shaker. Too many people are afraid to try things. Don’t run out and hire a professional. Niether is hard to do.
Tile requires the purchase and intall of backerboard first, the rental of a tile cutter, grouting, cureing, etc. (many more steps than hardwood). However, laying hardwod requires the rental of a radial arm saw, and a hammer floor nailer. Hardwood is slightly harder work and requires more upkeep.
Tile is always preferable in the kitchen where there is a higher risk of water damage. Wood is nicer in a foyer, dining or living area. Good luck and ask Yahoo Answers for help along the way whichever you choose.
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That depends. If by tile, you are referring to single-piece Vinyl Laminate, then it is easier than placing individual pieces of hardwood flooring. However, if by tile, you mean individual pieces of tile, then both the wood and tile are just as difficult. The wood lasts longer, and with a nice stain, gives an expensive-looking floor. Wood is generally preferable for resale purposes as well. Besides, you don’t have to worry about potential buyers not liking the color of the tiling you have laid. Good luck whichever way you decide.
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tile iam a bulider my name is ben i build about 20 homes a year ok so let me tell you that it is much easier to install tiles.
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Having done both I would say tile is easier to install. Just make sure you put down lines to follow.
If you’re going to do wood flooring I would make sure you have the finished kind. That will save a lot of labour and a few dollars too.
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Both require experience, since they are permanent floors. Don’t attempt either unless you have done them before!
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I disagree with shaker. Too many people are afraid to try things. Don’t run out and hire a professional. Niether is hard to do.
Tile requires the purchase and intall of backerboard first, the rental of a tile cutter, grouting, cureing, etc. (many more steps than hardwood). However, laying hardwod requires the rental of a radial arm saw, and a hammer floor nailer. Hardwood is slightly harder work and requires more upkeep.
Tile is always preferable in the kitchen where there is a higher risk of water damage. Wood is nicer in a foyer, dining or living area. Good luck and ask Yahoo Answers for help along the way whichever you choose.
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If you mean hardwood flooring, hammering
thin strips of wood, then I’d say tile.
If just a veneer floor, like pergo, the wood
flooring is much easier.
Neither are really hard, just hard on the
back and knees, but so is life.
So, get to work on whichever one you would
rather have.
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