The Benefits of Hardwood Flooring Throughout Your Home

Flooring is one of the most significant investments when it comes to building a house. Hardwood floors are incredibly versatile in that they come in a wide range of colours, designs, and types. It’s a top choice amongst most homeowners. They add a thrilling dynamic to any home, and they’re quite resilient.

Hardwood comes from slow-growing trees; it becomes much more dense and durable than softwood. This means hardwood flooring is easier to maintain and longer-lasting. Given the variety, you can even mix and match. This means the hardwood floor in your bathroom can vary from that of, say, your bedroom.

Others argue that using the same hardwood flooring throughout the entire house makes for a sense of uniformity and can make the space seem bigger by default.

There are several types of wood flooring available, such as:

• Australian Cypress
• Brazilian Cherry
• Brazilian Walnut
• Hickory
• Oak (Red and White)
• Santos Mahogany
• Teak
• Tigerwood

 

Several factors come into play when deciding which to use, such as availability and of course, your budget.

There are many benefits to hardwood flooring throughout your home, such as:

• Acoustics - Vibrations are lessened because hardwood flooring essentially prevents hollow sounds. It is a primary choice for recording studios and the like because sounds come off crystal clear.

• Hygiene Boost - Having hardwood floors means there will be no dust mites, fleas, or spores nurtured in the flooring. It also averts attracting allergens like animal dander or mould. If you have pets, musty and unpleasant odours usually present in carpeted areas will be a thing of the past.

• Installation Convenience - Laying hardwood floors is not too difficult, and with the right professional on the job, it’s downright easy. A single error can ruin the whole look, but small differences can be managed since the planks are usually thick.

• Kid-Friendly - Families would benefit greatly from having hardwood floors. It is non-toxic, which means it is harmless. Have a baby who just learned how to crawl? This is the perfect surface for them. Aside from the health benefits, hardwood flooring helps to improve infant motor skills. The flooring being easy to clean is also a highlight, especially as children grow up.

• Longevity - Maintained well, hardwood flooring can last for over a hundred years. While the initial investment can seem like a big amount, they don’t have to be replaced every decade or so; this already saves you a lot in the long run. Some people choose to laminate their wood flooring. Even without it, the floors will be just fine.

• Options - No two planks are alike, which works out in terms of aesthetics and authenticity. You can also choose from a plethora of colours and designs.
• Timeless Quality - After a certain time, carpets and vinyl flooring will need to be replaced. On the other hand, hardwood flooring can be refreshed like new without losing any lustre through refurbishment or re-sanding.

     Conclusion

Whether you choose to go with a single style or mix and match throughout your home, hardwood flooring is the way to go. For something so simple, an incredible sense of elegance comes with it. It’s also versatile in that no matter what decor you get over time, it will blend wonderfully.

Whether you are looking for kitchen flooring or to cover your whole home, reach out to Global Carpets! We look forward to helping you bring your dream home to life. Let’s work hand-in-hand to get the right fit.

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