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Making the smooth choice from carpet to wood
July 24, 2017
Deciding to replace an existing floor covering is a big decision. The idea of replacing carpets with wooden floors may be great for aesthetics, but it may also seem like a waste of time and money. Especially if the carpets are still in fairly good condition.
Sometimes, the decision is made for you
This is often the case when there is a need to alleviate allergies associated with the dust that collects in carpets, particularly if the household has “inside” pets. Dust mites and fleas in carpets are well known to trigger respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies.
There is a big trend towards the aesthetics of wooden floors over carpets and interior design seldom features the full carpeted rooms that were so much of an interior trend in the 80’s.
Designers much prefer the more natural wood look which works well for all types of interior design themes, and the sustainability aspect also makes it a good eco choice.
At least with wooden floors a spill can just be quickly mopped up
Wooden floors are also much easier to clean. A spill of milk, or a knocked over glass of red wine on a carpet can cause unsightly stains and even an unpleasant smell if it’s not scrubbed clean almost immediately. But who has time to shampoo carpets these days?
The only downside to wooden flooring is dealing with any moisture. En-suite bathrooms can cause problems for wooden floors that are flow through from the bedrooms, although installers often add a special type of sealant to areas that lie close to moisture. This prevents water getting in through the joints, and subsequent expanding and lifting. However, this can only be used with laminate and engineered flooring, not solid wood.
If you want to pull up old carpets and replace with wooden floors but are worried about the cost, remember that some wooden floors, if treated well, can last for decades without needing to be replaced. This means that they could even last longer than the house.
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