More and more homeowners are turning to hardwood floors for their homes. Some prefer the classic look of wood flooring over carpet or tile, while others simply like that this type of flooring is easier to clean and maintain. But, the question remains, which one is better: carpet, tile or hardwood floors?
Today, we’re going to make the case for wood floors, and why you should consider this type of flooring over other types available on the market. Below we’ve listed out twelve reasons why you would benefit from installing hardwood flooring in your home.
Wood floors not only add a touch of elegance to your home, but also a bit of warmth. Many homeowners believe that having hardwood floors even makes the space look bigger. Whether it makes your home feel more inviting depends on the rest of your décor, but it’s an easy way to make a great first impression.
Hardwood floors are incredibly easy to keep clean. They can be swept, steam-cleaned, or vacuumed to remove any dirt or debris that has accumulated. Imagine not having to clean very often, while still knowing that your floors are not harboring any environmental hazards like dust mites or pet dander. What makes wood floors even easier to maintain is the fact that they are significantly more stain resistant than carpets. If you spill something, all you need to do is wipe it up.
When building or renovating your home or office, one of the most important decisions you’ll need to make is the flooring. Timber is often recommended as the best choice for a number of reasons. In our previous blogs, we’ve mentioned the great low maintenance functionality of timber floors, and also the modernity and style appeal of different shades of timber. However, it’s not only a winner for its beautiful appearance but for the many advantages of timber flooring.
A high-quality timber floor offers many advantages to the home. These include durability, longevity, sustainability and much, much more. Let’s look at the top seven advantages of timber flooring in the home.
Hardwood flooring is exceptionally long-lasting due to its strength and durability. Even when timber floors are exposed to high foot traffic, pets and children, you can expect your floors to last for upwards of 50 years and if installed properly, up to 100 years in the home. This is because timber is naturally great for bearing loads.
Even when your floors are exposed to a certain amount of abuse including scuffs, spills and drops, solid timber flooring can easily be restored. Simply sanding down any marks will repair your floors and leave them looking as good as new. Your timber can also be restored and repurposed when it reaches the end of its lifespan.
Timber acts as an investment to those planning to sell or lease their home. The functional quality, beauty and appeal of timber floors can help to attract more cash for resale and will assure it spends less time on the real estate market.
Timber flooring acts as a natural thermal insulator for the home due it having air pockets within its structure. It insulates against heat by helping to cool the floor and also won’t become as cold during winter as denser materials do. High-quality timber floors balance outdoor temperatures, allowing you to comfortably walk barefoot on the floor, all year round.
Due to the lack of grout lines and fibres, timber flooring doesn’t gather dust particles, allergens and pet hairs the way that carpet does. This results in improved air quality in the home, making it the ideal flooring choice for homeowners who suffer from allergies.
Timber floors are created using timber sourced from Australian forests that are carefully managed and protected. By ensuring that these trees are regularly replanted in forests, timber is sustainable when compared to its engineered alternatives. Natural timber is also environmentally friendly as it requires minimal energy consumption during production.
Not only are there many great advantages of timber flooring, but it’s beauty, character and variety of colour choices make it the superior choice for any homeowner looking to turn their house into a home. Our 15mm range and 21mm range of timber floorboards are available to shop online and in-store at any time. Also try our alternative of timber look tiles.