It takes a lot of consideration to choose the right flooring for households with children or pets because it is something they will come into contact with every day. This means it is essential that you choose the safest and most practical option so that you and your family can continue to feel comfortable in your home.
In this blog post, you will explore flooring options that we think are best for households with children or pets. We will cover factors such as safety, resilience and practicality.
Luxury Vinyl Tiles
LVT offers the most advantages for households with children or pets as it offers the perfect combination of durability, water resistance and easy maintenance.
It is made to withstand high traffic which means it will keep up with the active demands from your children or pets. LVT is also resistant to scratches, stains and moisture which makes it an excellent choice in terms of ease.
It is a very practical option for a busy household as it reduces noise levels by absorbing sound, it also provides a comfortable and forgiving surface for little ones to play on!
If LVT sounds interesting, it comes in a wide range of styles and designs – including options that resemble the look of wood or stone flooring – so it would fit perfectly with any décor.
Carpet with Stain Resistance
While carpet may not be the first choice for households with children or
pets, it can be a doable with the right features.
If you choose carpet with stain-resistant properties, they are designed
to repel spills and stains, making clean-up easier and reducing the risk of
permanent stains or discolouration.
The reason you may consider carpet is because it provides a soft and
comfortable surface for children to play on, aswell as a homely environment.
To help maintain the appearance of your carpet, regular hoovering and
the use of professional cleaning products is crucial. This also helps to remove
and pet dander or allergens.
If you love the idea of carpet but not the clean up, carpet tiles might
be a better option. They can be easily replaced which is beneficial for pet
accidents or kids mess.
Laminate Flooring
Laminate flooring is another popular choice for people with little ones as it is also durable and can handle the wear and tear of daily activities.
It is resistant to scratches, stains and fading which makes it ideal for areas prone to spillages and accidents (as we know kids and pets can be very unpredictable).
Another advantage of laminate flooring is that it’s easy to maintain and clean up which is very useful in a household with children or pets (as I’m sure you know). The cleaning routine might include regular sweeping or hoovering, plus occasional mopping. A full guide to maintain your laminate flooring can be found here.
If it sounds like laminate flooring might be for you, we would recommend choosing laminate with an attached underlayment or adding a separate cushioning underlayment. This enhances safety, helps to reduce noise and creates a softer surface for children to play on.
Hopefully these tips have made your decision easier and given you more insight into the flooring options that would work best for households with children or pets.
To recap, it is essential to consider factors such as durability, safety and easy of maintenance. Our recommendations, as a professional flooring company, are luxury vinyl tiles, laminate flooring, stain-resistant carpet or carpet tiles.