Austin SmithThe hardwood floor can add elegance to any room and adds a classic look that never goes out of style. Wood flooring is available in more styles and colors than ever before, and still a popular choice among homeowners. However, Like any hardwood floorings, it has some advantages and disadvantages. Here are some of the pros and cons you might want to keep in mind when deciding whether to install wood floors in your home.
Advantages
Beautiful and versatile, hardwood flooring adds a warmth to any room regardless of natural or artificial lighting. Able to complement most décor or furniture style; hardwood floors can increase your home’s value or raise the resale value when it comes time to sell your house.
When it comes to hardwood flooring maintenance, care is relatively easy. Clean the floors with products made especially for hardwood for those deep cleans, and for everyday care, sweep with a dust mop. One big advantage for many when it comes to wood floors is the fact that hardwood doesn’t trap or capture dust and pet dander like carpet does, making it a great flooring choice.
Disadvantages
Wood flooring type doesn’t do well in rooms that are high in moisture, such as bathrooms. Care will have to be taken to wipe up spills of any kind immediately. Also, in high traffic areas, area rugs will need to be used to keep the floor from being scratched by pet nails unnecessarily.
Maintenance will take a bit longer than other types of flooring if you want to shine or refinish the flooring for guests or special occasions. And while there are several great, inexpensive hardwood options out there, the price for real wood can be a little high for those on a tight budget.
Talk to a flooring expert before you decide on what flooring to go with. Get recommendations on types and styles of hardwood. Chances are you might fall in love with one style or another and realize just why the advantages outweigh the disadvantages when it comes to hardwood flooring.
