Flooring often sets the tone for any living space. But when it comes to choosing the right flooring options, it can quickly become a dizzying task. Here are 3 flooring options to choose between for a beautiful home:
Carpeting
Carpeting covers around 70% of all of the floors in the United States. This is due to its comfortability, versatility in design, and its ability to reduce the presence of both bronchial and asthma symptoms. Carpet is also a safe and pleasant option, as it is soft, warm, provides safety from slips and falls, and absorbs noise. There are many carpeting types that come in a number of materials, colors, and some even have stain resistant materials. If you’re looking to carpet a basement or other room in a wall to wall fashion, check with an installation professional. However, area rugs are ideal for hardwood floors, as they provide an excellent accent to any space.
Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood flooring is an upscale and timeless option for any room of the house — besides the bathroom. Hardwood comes in a myriad of shades and planks are available in a number of widths, depending on your aesthetic preferences. One of the bigger downsides of hardwood, however, is its pricing, as it tends to be more expensive than other types of flooring. Luckily, it is easy to clean and the addition of hardwood to any home will immediately up its real estate value.
Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring offers a realistic tile look and finish with the benefits of low pricing and high levels of durability. Laminate is typically compromised of two layers: the first offers a stability and base that protects the foundation of the home from leaks, wear, and tear. The top layer is an aesthetic layer that can be made in a number of colors, textures, and styles. Laminate flooring is ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and other spaces that are susceptible to high-moisture.