[LWJ]

I have some Ikea brand upstairs in the "teen lounge." It is great. I have tongue and groove red oak hardwood on my main floor. Different products for different situations.

The install is a big deal. Crap installs look like crap. I do think snap flooring looks cheaper but some might be fine. I think if I were looking to have a nice wood-like floor without the hardwood cost I would look at the vinyl flooring that simulates wood. It is pretty good. And have it professionally installed.