Stone Carpet vs. Tile, Vinyl & Carpet
See why homeowners choose our warm, mold-proof pebble flooring for basements & laundry rooms
Feature | Stone Carpet Pebble Flooring |
Ceramic Tile | LVP / Vinyl | Carpet |
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Mold & Moisture Resistance | ✓ Breathable, mold-proof | ✕ Grout mildews | ◻︎ Moisture can wick under planks | ✕ Absorbs & breeds mold |
Warmth Underfoot | ✓ Naturally warmer than tile | ✕ Cold to the touch | ◻︎ Moderate | ✓ Warm (but traps odors) |
Slip Safety (Wet) | ✓ Textured high grip | ✕ Slick when wet | ◻︎ Varies by wear-layer | ◻︎ Fair |
Demolition Needed | ✓ None (overlay slab) | ✕ Full tile removal | ◻︎ Maybe (if slab uneven) | ◻︎ Maybe (tack-strip removal) |
Install Time* | ✓ 1 day Walkable in 6 h |
2–4 days | 1–2 days | 1–2 days |
Odor & Allergen Retention | ✓ Odor-neutral, easy clean | ◻︎ Grout absorbs stains | ✓ Low | ✕ Traps dust, pets, smoke |
Routine Maintenance | ✓ Sweep/hose; reglaze 2–3 yrs | Grout scrub & reseal | Re-coat wear layer 5–7 yrs | Professional steam clean |
Residential Warranty† | ✓ 3-Year Limited | 1–2 yrs | 5–10 yrs | N/A |
Investment Level ‡ | $$ Mid-range | $$$ High | $$ Mid-range | $ Low |
*Typical timeline for a 300 sq ft basement or laundry room in Southern CA.
†Warranty covers adhesion failure & non-substrate cracking; routine maintenance required.
‡Relative cost; exact pricing depends on slab condition & square footage.