Hard surface flooring has a lot of advantages over other forms of flooring. These floors are often more durable and less likely to need replacement than other types of flooring. Durability is one of the most significant advantages of hard flooring. Except for vinyl, tile, and linoleum, hard surface flooring refers to practically any material that is not vinyl, tile, or linoleum. In the majority of circumstances, some of these materials are more durable than others, while others are less durable. Vinyl flooring, for example, can only take specific stresses, such as being dropped on their sides or being walked on by a medium-sized dog.