Table 5 Life cycle cost comparison of natural stone and ceramic tile flooring systems over a 30-year evaluation period30,3138,39.
Cost component | Natural stone (USD/m²) | Ceramic tile (USD/m²) |
|---|---|---|
Initial installation cost (Ca) | 60.00 $ | 35.00 $ |
Annual maintenance cost (Cm) | 1.00 $/year | 2.00 $/year |
Estimated service life (n) | 40 years | 25 years |
Replacement cost (Cr) | 70.00 $ | 40.00 $ |
Energy consumption over lifecycle (Ce) | 2.50 $ | 3.00 $ |
Total life cycle cost (LCC) | 92.50 $ | 138.00$ |
