Even if you are not familiar with the world of flooring, you are probably aware that 100 percent real wood is a popular choice among homeowners and business owners. Hardwoods such as oak, walnut, and hickory are tried and true choices for flooring. Of course, there is a reason for this, since hardwood flooring offers a number of advantages that other flooring options cannot match.
Health benefits
A healthy home is a cheerful home, as many property owners will agree! Keeping your home free of allergies benefits not only you, but also your friends and family members that visit on a regular basis. Hardwood flooring, thankfully, is here to help. Wood floors, unlike carpets, do not collect dirt and filth on the surface and are simple to clean with only a little sweeping. As a result, toxins are not trapped, resulting in better air quality in your house. You will not have to worry about inhaling a lot of dust if you have hardwood flooring!
Can be Easy to Install
Installing traditional wooden planks is extremely tough. Not only will you require the services of a professional installer, but additional products such as adhesives, subfloor levelers’, and nails will make the job even more difficult. This is no longer the case for some solid wood planks, thanks to advancements in flooring technology. A 'click' installation method can be carved into the middle of each board during the production process. Like a jigsaw puzzle, this allows your flooring to slot together effortlessly. The planks firmly lock into place with a single click, eliminating the need for a subfloor! This makes installation quick, simple, and cost-effective.
Increase property value
Hardwood looks fantastic and provide a warmth to your house that few other materials can equal, but at that price point, many people are hesitant to install hardwoods unless they would boost the resale value of their property. Hardwood floors can improve the value of a home by 3% to 5%. In addition, gorgeous hardwood floors play off natural light to perfection and appear amazing in images on listing sites and virtual tours.
Pet friendly
Many of my customers own pets and would like hardwood floors that can withstand dog claws. Is it possible for dogs and hardwood to get along and live happily ever after?
It's a difficult question to answer because all hardwood will dent and scratch over time — the difference is how much and how noticeable it is. However, I don't believe this is a reason to avoid hardwood flooring in your home if you have pets.
Types of hardwood flooring that are good for pets.
1. Avoid the soft woods.
2. Take off your shoes.
3. Lighter colors are usually better for pets because they reveal scratches less.
4. harder hardwoods are better.
5. Satin and matte finishes.
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