Essential Tips for Choosing the Perfect Flooring for Your Home
Floors occupy the largest area of every home and is a decision you will have to live with for a long, long time. Therefore, getting it right the first time is important. Choosing the right floor can make a huge impact and alter the way your home looks and feels.
Therefore, remember to keep these factors in mind while shopping for floors:
Getting practical
Where do you plan to use the flooring? Different areas of the home pose very particular challenges and it’s important to address them before choosing your floor. For instance, in areas prone to damp, moisture and humidity, like bathrooms and kitchens, you will need to make sure the floor is 100% waterproof. These rooms will also need floors that are easy to clean and maintain.
Hallways and living rooms will need floors that can withstand heavy footfall. Bedrooms, on the other hand, will benefit from noise-absorbing floors that also feel comfortable and warm underfoot.
Look at the size and shape of the room and the way it is lit. In smaller rooms with less light, pale floors would help expand the space. The opposite holds true in case of large, expansive rooms with lots of light. A dark floor would help make it feel cosier and warmer.
It would be a good idea to get samples of the floors you decide upon, so you can get a sense of how they’ll work with the room and its accessories. You can also see how it holds up against the light at different times in a day.
Amp up the style
Your home is a reflection of your taste and you need to pick a floor that accentuates it. While shopping for floors, it’s easy to get carried away with the many design and colour choices. But always remember to visualise the floors against your furniture, décor accessories and wall paint. Failing to do so will only mean that you might have to re-do your décor.
If, on the other hand, you are the types that want to keep up with trends and renovate your home often, look for flooring that’s easy to remove and replace.
Think about the vibes your home exudes – is it a modern aesthetic or a traditional one? Does it veer towards minimalism or maximalism? Some people prefer the sleek modernism of tiles, while some others wish for the nostalgia of wood. The good news is, whatever your style, Pro-Tek™ has a luxury vinyl floor to complement it.
Money matters
Flooring comes in a wide spectrum these days – from cheap alternatives, quite affordable ones to ones that break the bank. Always make sure you have a budget on hand and ensure that you stick to it. Not doing so can mean overspending and adding on costs.
Ensure your budget breakdown also includes cost of installation and long-term costs of repair and maintenance. That way, you will know what your overall spend is going to be when you invest in a floor. You don’t want to be stuck with a floor that seems affordable during installation, but costs the earth when it comes to repairs and maintenance.
If on a tight budget, you could also look at options that are easy to go DIY. Like click vinyl flooring that can be easily laid on existing floors.
TLC time
Are you the kinds that doesn’t mind giving your floors regular TLC or would you rather have a fuss-free floor that requires minimal maintenance? The amount of work that a floor entails is an aspect you would have to look into beforehand.
Resilient types, such as vinyl require the least amount of effort to keep them looking good for years. A quick mop is all you need. Even regular spills and stains can be easily wiped off without causing any damage to the floor.
Wooden floors and tiles, on the other hand, can be frustratingly hard to clean and maintain.
Kid and pet-friendly
If your house is filled with the shenanigans of little ones and pets, you will need a floor with superior wear resistance. You will also need one that’s very easy to clean with every mess that’s bound to happen.
In rooms where kids spend the most time in, consider floors that are anti-slip and soft underfoot. It’s also best to choose floors that minimise odours and bacteria. Some floor coverings, like carpet, are anathema for kids prone to allergies or asthma, since they are a breeding ground for mildew and mould.
If you have elderly people in the house, you might want to consider floors with slip-resistance, noise and shock absorption. You would need a floor that helps them to move about freely with walking aids like crutches and wheelchairs. In this case, hard, cold materials like tiles or floors with uneven surfaces like solid wood would not be a good idea.
What else do I look for?
Last, but not the least, you might also want to take into account your property’s future value when choosing floors. Consider floors that age well and that make your home look attractive to potential buyers.
Luxury vinyl is an incredibly advanced flooring that has all the wonderful qualities of natural materials without the worrisome disadvantages. Plus, with constant and ongoing technological advancements and stringent research, all Pro-Tek™ floors come packed with great benefits. These are truly floors that you will love for a lifetime.
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