{"id":28385,"date":"2026-06-15T21:49:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T18:49:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/danekbergmann.ee\/flooring-for-home-or-rental-apartment\/"},"modified":"2026-10-19T19:54:39","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T16:54:39","slug":"flooring-for-home-or-rental-apartment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/danekbergmann.ee\/en\/flooring-for-home-or-rental-apartment\/","title":{"rendered":"Flooring for your home or rental apartment? The right choice can save thousands of euros"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"28385\" class=\"elementor elementor-28385 elementor-28144\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c7c4fd5 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c7c4fd5\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-694aaff8\" data-id=\"694aaff8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3ee2c7f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3ee2c7f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1cc58ef0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1cc58ef0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-506a1d9f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"506a1d9f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-623282be elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"623282be\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Flooring for your home or rental apartment? The right choice can save thousands of euros<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2d134f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b2d134f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3708f6f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3708f6f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>When renovating a home or furnishing a new property, almost every owner eventually reaches the same question: which flooring to choose? At first glance it may seem like just a matter of taste. In fact, flooring affects <b>everyday comfort, maintenance costs, durability and even the value of the property.<\/b> Even more important is to understand that the best solution for your own home and for a rental apartment may not be the same at all. Let&#8217;s look at which floor coverings are used today and what to keep in mind before deciding.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Flooring in your own home: comfort and quality first<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If it is a home where you plan to live for years, comfort and quality should come first when choosing flooring.<\/p>\n<p>The key questions are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Are there small children in the home?<\/li>\n<li>Are there pets?<\/li>\n<li>Is there underfloor heating?<\/li>\n<li>How much maintenance are you willing to do?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For your own home, it often pays to invest in higher-quality solutions, because <b>flooring is one of the few elements that is not replaced every couple of years.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><b>Flooring in a rental apartment: durability above all<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>In a rental apartment the priorities change. The most important thing here is not a luxurious look, but that <b>the floor lasts for years and withstands the everyday use of different tenants.<\/b> Good rental flooring should be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>scratch-resistant;<\/li>\n<li>moisture-resistant;<\/li>\n<li>easy to maintain;<\/li>\n<li>reasonably priced;<\/li>\n<li>easy to replace if needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That is why rental apartments often use <strong>laminate or vinyl flooring, which offer a good balance between price and durability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Which flooring to choose? Pros and cons of the most common options<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>There are dozens of floor coverings to choose from today, but Estonian homes most often use laminate, vinyl, engineered parquet and solid wood floors. Let&#8217;s look at some pros and cons of each.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Laminate flooring<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Laminate is one of the most popular floor coverings thanks to its price and wide range of designs.<\/p>\n<p><b>Pros:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>affordable price;<\/li>\n<li>easy to install;<\/li>\n<li>good wear resistance;<\/li>\n<li>wide choice of colours and patterns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>damage generally cannot be repaired;<\/li>\n<li>more sensitive to moisture;<\/li>\n<li>harder underfoot than natural wood;<\/li>\n<li>can feel cooler underfoot without underfloor heating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Laminate suits rental apartments, a first home, or situations where the budget plays a major role.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Vinyl flooring<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>In recent years vinyl flooring has become<b> one of the most popular floor coverings.<\/b> Its success is down to very good durability and moisture resistance.<\/p>\n<p><b>Pros:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>very good moisture resistance;<\/li>\n<li>works well with underfloor heating;<\/li>\n<li>quieter than laminate;<\/li>\n<li>easy to maintain;<\/li>\n<li>good wear resistance;<\/li>\n<li>softer and warmer feel underfoot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>higher-quality options can be more expensive;<\/li>\n<li>does not create quite the same feel as natural wood.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Vinyl flooring is especially well suited to kitchens, hallways, families with children and rental apartments.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Engineered parquet<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Engineered parquet is a classic choice, valued for its natural look and high-quality overall impression.<\/p>\n<p><b>Pros:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>natural and warm look;<\/li>\n<li>a timeless solution;<\/li>\n<li>can be sanded and refinished;<\/li>\n<li>increases the value of the property.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>higher price;<\/li>\n<li>needs more maintenance;<\/li>\n<li>more sensitive to moisture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If the goal is a long-term home or higher-end property, engineered parquet is often <b>a very good investment in terms of both comfort and property value.<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Solid wood flooring<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Solid wood is the most natural and longest-lasting solution. Many older wooden houses still have solid wood floors laid decades ago.<\/p>\n<p><b>Pros:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>very long lifespan;<\/li>\n<li>can be restored repeatedly;<\/li>\n<li>natural look;<\/li>\n<li>the warmest and most natural feel underfoot;<\/li>\n<li>increases the value of the property.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Cons:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>higher price;<\/li>\n<li>needs regular maintenance;<\/li>\n<li>softer wood species can be damaged more easily.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Solid wood flooring suits detached houses in particular, and people who see their home as a long-term investment.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Which flooring do buyers like?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>If you plan to sell the property in the coming years, it is worth thinking from the buyer&#8217;s perspective too.<\/p>\n<p>What usually works best:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>light and neutral tones;<\/li>\n<li>the same flooring throughout the living space;<\/li>\n<li>quality materials;<\/li>\n<li>well-maintained surfaces without signs of wear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Very bright colours or trends that quickly go out of fashion can actually reduce the pool of buyers. <b>A simple, timeless solution usually appeals to the widest audience.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>When preparing a property for sale, flooring should be viewed as part of the whole. In addition to floors, buyers&#8217; first impressions are shaped by furniture layout, lighting, colour schemes and the overall presentation of the home. You can read more about this in the article \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/danekbergmann.ee\/en\/home-staging-before-selling\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Home staging before selling: make your apartment a buyer&#8217;s favourite<\/b><\/a>\u201d, where I share tips on presenting a property as attractively as possible and increasing buyer interest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Summary: the right flooring depends on the goal<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>There is no single best floor covering.&nbsp;<\/b>The right choice depends on whether it is your own home, a rental apartment or a property going on the market. If you are looking for a solution for your own home, focus on quality and comfort. If you are furnishing a rental apartment, it makes sense to prioritise durability and easy maintenance. <b>The right flooring helps preserve the value of the property, makes the home more attractive and may contribute to a faster sale or rental in the future.<\/b> If you plan to renovate your home or put your property on the market, it is worth considering, for the bigger decisions, <b>which improvements actually create value and which expenses may not pay off.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Want to know your property&#8217;s current market value, or which changes would bring the most benefit before selling?<b>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/danekbergmann.ee\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get in touch<\/a>&nbsp;<\/b>&#8211; we will look over the property together and find the solutions that help achieve <b>the best possible result.<\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12f615a0 e-flex 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