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There are various types of flooring materials used in building construction and their selection
depends on applications, aesthetics and choice of user. A floor in building construction is a leveled
surface which can support the objects, occupants etc. Different flooring types are there based on
different factors. The flooring material is chosen as per requirement of the user and based on
applications which provides the most satisfying results for objective, either it may be economically or
durability wise.
Contents:
Types of Flooring Materials and Applications in Building Construction
o Cement Concrete Flooring Material in Buildings
o Bricks Flooring Material in Buildings
o Flagstones Flooring Material in Buildings
o Marble Flooring Material in Buildings
o Glass Flooring Material in Buildings
o Ceramic Flooring Material in Buildings
o Plastic Flooring Material in Buildings
o Mud and Murram Flooring
o Wood Flooring Material
o Cork Flooring
o Linoleum Flooring
o Asphalt Flooring Material
o Rubber Flooring Material
Factors Affecting Selection of Flooring Material
shapes.
mineral pigments.
Initial cost
Durability
Hardness
Smoothness
Cleanliness
Appearance
Sound insulation
Thermal insulation
Damp proof
Fire resistance
Maintenance