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| Ceramic Tile |
| Ceramic tiles are typically talc or clay bodied kiln fired modular units from 4 to 12+ inches on a side. In generic usage the term also applies to mosaic as well as porcelain tiles. Tiles may have a glaze on the surface to enhance appearance as well as to protect the tiles from wear and abrasion. |
| Natural Stone |
| Typically quarried from the earth and machine gauged for thickness, these include marble, granite, limestone, slate, and other igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary stone. They may be polished, honed, or have a natural cleft. Stones vary quite a bit in hardness although all are suitable for heavy residential traffic. Resistance to various chemicals and acids is a concern for residential counter tops. |
| Wood Flooring |
| There are many species of trees now commercially available for use in residential and commercial flooring. The beauty of nature is truly transformed into a durable and easy to maintain floor. Usually a permanent addition to your home or office, wood is available in various widths and, typically, random lengths. From beech to bamboo, there is a wood floor to meet any design objective. |
| Carpet |
| The carpet industry has been become the fashion industry. All colors, textures, and styles are available to choose from. If there is one sector of the floor covering trade that has TOO many choices, carpet is it! Available in many yarn systems and a wide variety of patterns, carpet leads the way for covering the most square feet in the average home or office. With carpet, comfort is the key. |
| Solid Surface |
| Often referred to as the Cadillac of the line, solid surface material makes for a truly durable and elegant counter top. It can look either modern and high tech or have the classic look of a lightly pebbled surface. If your budget is of primary concern, however, this one would be a tough nut to crack. |
| Laminated Countertops |
| The value leader for counter tops, laminated products are easy to maintain and are available in a designer's palette of colors. They are available in a high gloss finish as well as matte and a light texture. Ease of maintenance and low cost of replacement make laminates a natural choice for many applications. |
| Vinyl |
| From the old battleship linoleum that some of us still think of when we hear the word vinyl, today's materials have come a long way in design and ease of maintenance. Gone are the days of the deeply pitted materials so dreaded by those who had to clean them. Today's vinyl deserves a second look. |
| Linoleum |
| Produced from natural raw materials, such as linseed oil, natural resins, wood- and/or cork flour, limestone and jute, this hygienic, practical and decorative product is most suitable for institutional applications such as hospitals, schools, airports, public buildings etc. |
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