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Cork Tile Flooring vs. Bamboo (long term durability, more than 10

10 years ago

We are considering putting Cork Tile or Bamboo flooring into our kitchen. I am curious about the long term durability, more than 10 years. We also have 3 dogs.
Our refrigerator leaked and now our kitchen floor is buckled, we currently have laminate (hate it.) We need to replace, want to choose something better. I have been reading that cork & bamboo are great flooring options for the kitchen/bathroom. Any thoughts/comments?

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GreenDesigns
10 years ago
Both will have issues if you have another leak. Porcelain tile won't.
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