Wednesday, April 12, 2006

Flooring options

Dollar values of different flooring options
Flooring material
Avg. dollar value per sq. ft.*

Area rugs and carpet
$0.78

Hardwood
$2.45

Ceramic and wall tile
$0.91

Vinyl sheet
$0.48

Laminate flooring (Pergo)
$1.58

*Not including installation

Installation costs across the U.S.
Flooring material / Boston

Carpet
$5.65/sq. yd.

Hardwood
$3/sq. ft.

Ceramic and wall tile
$5/sq. ft.

Vinyl sheet
$10.50/yard

Laminate flooring (Pergo)
$2/sq. ft.

Natural stone
$10-$12/sq. ft.