When you carpet rental units, the best tile is not always the most expensive one or the cheapest one. It is the one that fits how the unit gets used and how often you expect to turn it. Five Diamond Flooring makes peel and stick carpet tile in three lines, rated 3, 4 and 5 Diamond. They share the same basic construction, so the choice comes down to face weight, feel and how hard the floor will be worked.
What every line has in common
All three lines use 18"x18" tiles with an attached pad and a peel and stick backing, so there is no separate pad and no glue to apply. They are dye-lot-free, which means a replacement tile ordered later is made to match the tiles already on the floor. A full box is 10 tiles and covers 22.5 sq ft. Because the construction is the same, you can mix lines across a property and still handle repairs the same way in every unit.
Feather (3 Diamond): the value option
Feather has an 18 oz face weight and an attached pad. It is our value line, a practical choice for rental properties where the priority is fast, low-cost unit turns. It installs quickly, and because tiles are replaceable one at a time, a damaged tile does not mean a new floor. If you carpet many units and want to keep material costs controlled, start with the 3 Diamond collection.
Eclipse (4 Diamond): everyday durability
Eclipse steps up to a 24 oz face weight with an attached cushion. It is a good fit for units where you want a richer look and feel and more comfort underfoot, while still keeping the one-tile-at-a-time repair advantage. Eclipse is often the middle ground for managers who want a tile that looks and feels a notch better without moving to our heaviest line. Browse the 4 Diamond collection to see the colors.
Peak Performance (5 Diamond): built for the busiest areas
Peak Performance has a 40 oz face weight and attached cushion, making it our most durable and plushest tile. It uses PureColor fiber, which resists staining from things like red wine, chocolate and pet stains. That makes it a strong pick for hallways, entryways and other high-traffic spots. See the 5 Diamond collection for the full range.
A quick way to decide
| If your priority is... | Consider |
|---|---|
| Fast, low-cost unit turns | Feather (3 Diamond) |
| A step up in comfort and durability for everyday spaces | Eclipse (4 Diamond) |
| Heavy traffic and stain resistance | Peak Performance (5 Diamond) |
Using more than one line in a property
Many owners use one line for standard units and a heavier line for common areas or higher-end units. Since every line repairs the same way, your maintenance team does not need separate training. The only thing to track is which line is in which unit so you reorder the right tile.
Questions to ask before you choose
- How often does this unit turn? Frequent turns favor a tile you can replace cheaply and quickly, which is where Feather fits.
- How hard is the floor worked? Entryways, hallways and shared spaces see more wear than low-use rooms, which is where a heavier line like Peak Performance earns its place.
- What will residents expect? If you want a richer look and feel for a higher-end unit, Eclipse is a natural step up.
- How will you handle repairs? Because every line is dye-lot-free and replaces one tile at a time, repairs work the same way no matter which line you pick.
Common questions
Do I need a separate pad or adhesive?
No. Every tile has an attached pad and a peel and stick backing, so there is nothing extra to buy and no glue to apply.
Can I replace a single damaged tile?
Yes. Because the tiles are dye-lot-free, you can replace one damaged tile without replacing the whole floor, and the new tile is made to match the existing floor.
Not sure? Start with samples and a quote
If you are comparing options, you can ask for free samples to see colors and feel the difference between lines before you order. Read more on our rental carpet tile page, then request a quote with the number of units and total square footage, and we will help you choose.