To help you make the best decision, we spoke with our friends at The Interiors Group — flooring and window covering experts — to get their take. Most landlords are looking for an easy, low-maintenance flooring option that is cost-effective, durable, stylish, and easily replaceable. A landlord has the responsibility to make a rental property habitable, and there are lots of options across our different product categories to get that desirable “neutral” look that makes it a win-win for both the tenants and the landlord.
The floors in your rental property must have visual appeal to attract residents and long-term value for your investment, while still offering you the peace of mind that they will withstand wear and tear and remain looking good for a decent period of time.
Carpet for your rental property
Carpet is the common choice in bedrooms, living rooms and family rooms because it’s soft and warm and gives you that cozy feeling. It also keeps the noise down and is easy to install. Keep in mind that carpet needs to be cleaned more frequently than other types of flooring and should be professionally cleaned every 12 to 18 months or as per the manufacturer’s recommendations to ensure it doesn’t harbor pests, dust and allergens.
Here are the top carpet picks for your rental property
ElemEntry Military
Inexpensive and practical with its multilevel loops and heathered yarn.
ElemEntry Galaxy
An inexpensive entry into the modern cut pile look, its tight construction makes it hard-wearing.
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVT) for your rental property
Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring is the best choice for many rooms in a rental property including kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, basement, hallways and lounge rooms, because it is durable, waterproof and cost-effective. Vinyl planks and tiles can also look like wood or natural stone for a high-end look on a reasonable budget. With all its pros, just remember that luxury vinyl tiles won’t hide noise as well as other flooring surfaces.
Here are the top luxury vinyl plank picks for your rental property:
Malmo Scandia
A hardwearing and water-resistant floor ideal for seamless flooring throughout your rental.
Malmo Scandia Stone
A stylish ceramic tile look with much easier installation, removal and repair.
Upgrade your rental with trade-only pricing
As a myRent customer, you can now access exclusive trade pricing with Carpet Court and CurtainStudio — New Zealand’s leading names in flooring and window furnishings. Book your FREE, no-obligation measure and quote today and take advantage of special pricing to elevate your property without overspending.
