The right flooring material can really make a room — and give your home the look and feel that is just right. But choosing a surface for your floors is about more than looks. You’ll also be considering the durability, ease of installation and the cost of the flooring itself.

While hardwoods, wall-to-wall carpets and ceramic tiles are beautiful, they’re not always budget-friendly. Instead, many homeowners today are investing in more inexpensive flooring choices such as luxury vinyl planks, laminate flooring, peel-and-stick vinyl, bamboo or cork floors, and carpet tiles. All of these flooring materials offer options that come in under the $4 per square foot mark — with many costing less than $2 per square foot.

You can choose from an array of patterns, colors, and finishes. Some of the most important considerations though are the durability, water-resistance and installation options of each type of flooring. Depending on your preferences and your budget, here are the top cheap flooring ideas.