When it comes to replacing your flooring, it can seem overwhelming to know where to start. You want your flooring to be functional, stylish, and hopefully affordable. But how do you ensure your prospective flooring will meet all your criteria?

Your Budget

When it comes to deciding on whether or not to replace your floor, it’s important to consider your budget. For example, you may not love the outdated wood floor in your kitchen. But if you are working with a smaller budget, your only replacement option may be vinyl. Even though vinyl options can be durable, removing your wood floor could actually decrease your home’s value.

On the other hand, depending on the look you are going for, it’s important to think about whether it’s worth it to pay more for quality. For certain flooring choices, it’s easier to pass off a look-alike than for others.

Children

Another important factor to consider when choosing how to replace your flooring is thinking about your children. If you have very young children, you might not want something that is hard to maintain and clean up.

Just as you wouldn’t get white couches if you have toddlers, there are flooring options that are better for families with children. One of those options is a hardwood floor. Hardwood floor is easy to clean in cases of spilt food or drinks. All you have to do to clean a wood floor is sweep and mop it. If you have carpet, however, your floors can be much harder to clean.

Long-lasting Appeal

It is always difficult to predict how trends will change in coming years. You should think about certain flooring options that may become outdated faster than others. This is especially true if you plan on ever selling your house. For example, gray beige wood floors are currently all the rage. While these floors are beautiful, they could go out of style more quickly than traditional wood flooring. To avoid this problem, pick a style that is more timeless. This way, you won’t have to go through the trouble of replacing it again later.

Replacing your flooring can seem like a big job. But it doesn’t have to be overwhelming if you think about the right factors. Starting with these suggestions can help you really get a grip on the flooring selection process.

Once your home’s floor is taken care of, we can help you with interior design. Contact us to schedule a consultation!

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