You should be realistic when comparing hardwood flooring to carpets. Hardwood flooring, while beautiful and appropriate for certain areas in the home, isn’t as practical as you might think. Carpeting is not popular in the bathroom and kitchen. What about bedrooms, living areas and dens? Cherry wood floors are warm and inviting, even if they don’t have radiant heating. Where is the love for high-quality carpets in an age where everyone wants hardwood flooring?
Americans have since recovered from the horrors of shag carpeting and poor quality fibres, as well as the creamy swirls that were so common in the 1990s. Carpeting today combines beauty and comfort. Are you considering the different flooring options available for your new or remodel? Here are some reasons to look closely at the carpet.
1. It is resistant to break
This applies not only to your bones if there is a spillage, but also to your belongings. There are fewer chances of your grandma’s depression glasses breaking on hardwood flooring than carpet. A little padding may be the right thing for you if you or someone in your family is a klutz. Carpet is the best choice for a home stuffed with broken items.
2. It reduces the risk of injury
This is a surprise: if anyone gets hurt on your property you could be sued for personal injury. Carpet can protect your children from slips, falls, and tumbles, especially if they are young. These accidents will still occur, even if you play hide and seek. However, carpeting can provide the cushion that could make the difference between a bruise or a trip to the emergency room.
3. It is good for insulation
Carpeting acts as a sound insulator, which is especially useful in multi-level homes. Your spouse, roommate, or children won’t have you putting up with them tap-tap upstairs, walking around in high heels, or simply being “heavy steppers”. Carpet can also be used as heating/cooling insulation in multilevel homes.
4. This is not your mom’s carpeting
Given the recent trends, it’s understandable why some people are hesitant about carpeting. You don’t have to worry if you were forced to wear boots as a child to keep the stain-magnet carpets white. The carpets available today are hypoallergenic, plush, and trendy. They are durable in quality and style.
5. They are just more comfortable
Carpet is more inviting and comfortable than hardwood floors, whether you are opening presents, hosting a party, or just relaxing in your family room. You could buy throw rugs or pillows for hardwood floors but that’s basically making temporary carpeting. You should go for the real deal, and stop worrying about pillow storage or rug shaking.
Carpeting is not what it was once. Take a look at the many options available today to transform your home into a home. Ask professionals for help in weighing the pros and cons of hardwood flooring versus carpeting.
