Kitchen floor? which is best for long-term

[Meg K.]

I would like to re-do the kitchen floor in a rental.  The current one is only 12 years old but it's cheap tiles that crack on the corners.  I'd like something that will last long--20-30 years. I put in laminate in my own kitchen floor and it still looks great after 10 years.  However, I have mostly lived there alone--no kids or dogs.  Is it worth it to spend a lot in a rental? I ve seen many rentals that have vinyl or linoleum but was thinking of high grade tile or laminate.  My friend doesnt think the current tiles are all that bad...i guess im still an emotional landlord instead if a logic one.

To those who read my panicking post, I am still looking for a tenant.  I 've screened many and still have not found one who meets the rental criteria.  Hopefully i'll find someone for Nov.  I had to pay this month's mortgage...

Thanks, Meg

[Dawn Anastasi]

I like tile for the kitchen and bath and hardwood floor elsewhere.  If there isn't hardwood already there then vinyl plank.  I stay away from carpet in rentals.