Whether you love the feel of natural wood beneath your feet or the feeling of plush carpeting beneath your toes, there are a number of things to consider.
When it comes to choosing flooring for your home, it can be hard to know whether carpet or hardwood floors will suit your space and needs better. Whether you love the feel of natural wood beneath your feet or the feeling of plush carpeting beneath your toes, there are a number of things to consider. Balancing your budget, lifestyle, and aesthetic tastes can seem like an impossible task. Read on for information that will help you stay on track choosing the flooring for the home of your dreams.
The Pros And Cons of Hardwood Floors
Hardwood floors generally cost between $9 and $12 per square foot. However, reclaimed old wood can cost up to $30 per square foot. Hardwood floors are allergy friendly and long lasting, as they can be refinished many times over the years. While they are a more expensive upfront investment than carpet, hardwood floors add value to your home that carpet can’t. Wood is sustainable and natural, and as it can be sourced locally, it has a lower carbon footprint than some other sustainable materials, such as bamboo. While wood is easier to clean than carpet, it requires cleaning at least every other day. It’s a currently on trend and timeless material that can be beautiful when well kept.
The Pros and Cons of Carpet
Carpet commonly costs $3-$5 per square foot, but can be more depending on what you choose. It’s easier, cheaper, and faster to install than hardwood flooring, and requires regular weekly or bi weekly vacuuming and yearly steam cleaning. Carpeting is prone to staining and matting over time, but can be used for great design impact. Carpet hides dirt, which can be both a pro and a con, as spills never really go away. Carpet is both quieter and warmer flooring than hardwood in the winter, however. A top quality carpet can last 10-15 years, if it is well kept.
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