5 Things To Consider When Choosing Wood Over Carpet

Flooring is one of the biggest decisions a homeowner makes.

Some love the softness of carpet, the way it muffles footsteps and cushions little ones if they fall. Some people champion hardwood’s natural beauty. It’s easy to clean and can look new for decades if cared for properly.

Beyond aesthetics, homeowners must consider their lifestyles when choosing flooring, “Does the family remove shoes at the door? Are the pets house-trained? Does the family take dinners into the family room?” asks Victor of Advanced Property Builders.

These are things to consider

1. Hardwood floors are longer-lasting and can be refinished many times to freshen the look.
2. Hand-scraped wood flooring, with deeper grooves, hides the small dents and wear that can come from active families and pets.
3. It’s a higher upfront investment than carpet, but hardwood adds a lasting value to a home that carpet can’t.
4. It helps alleviate allergies. As wood does not hold on to allergens that sink into the carpet.
5. It’s easier to spot spills, pet hair, crumbs and debris on hardwood floors. Spills can be completely wiped up.

You can easily change a hardwood floor’s look with area rugs.

Bottom line: Wood is easy to clean and doesn’t stain. It is current, durable and made from a sustainable resource.