Advantages of Carpets Over Other Flooring

Besides the cabinetry, flooring would be one of the most significant decisions when building or remodeling a home. Deciding on the flooring would depend on some variables. When it comes to choosing a new floor for a home, there are so many choices available. The room where the flooring would be installed or the traffic expected across the floor daily will determine the flooring choice. There are many different types of flooring for a home, depending on the homeowner's preference and budget.

 

Laminate floors, Very popular and could be used in different locations, like in mudrooms, kitchens, stairs and bathrooms. Laminate comes in different colors and designs. It is easy to install and clean as well. Another great floor covering choice for a home is hardwood flooring. It could give the room an elegant feel that has a classic twist. If looking for a material for high-traffic areas, the best option would be durable wood such as oak. The prices of wood vary with the finish and kind, so usually there is a good selection that fits any budget. Easy to maintain wooden floors with floor cleaners that are specifically made for wood.

Tiles are also great flooring options and available in porcelain, ceramic, mosaic and quarry tile. These are laid and assembled with the use of a grout. Tiles come in various designs, colors and sizes, durable, stain resistant and suitable for radiant heat. Carpet, one of the most popular floor types and could help keep the rooms warmer during winter and comes in a wide array of patterns and colors. Moreover, a carpet creates a good sound barrier, thus a good floor choice for bedrooms and family rooms.

The following are comparisons that make carpet more advantageous than other flooring.

CARPET vs. HARDWOOD

1. Carpet is faster, easier and cheaper to install than hardwood which needs nailing down, should be glued or clicked into place.
2. Carpets perform less off-gassing of volatile organic compounds than wooden materials.  
3. Carpet conceals dirt, so it requires less cleaning. Vacuuming once a week would do, unlike wood that requires daily mopping and sweeping.
4. The flooring is obviously softer than wood and minimizes impact of falls and slips. 
5. It is quite and warm and comes in more patterns and colors than wood.

CARPETING VS. LAMINATE

1. Carpeting is the best option than laminate when it comes to elegance in style and comfort. 
2. Carpeting is considerably quieter and softer to walk on than laminate floors.
3. Carpet is a great insulator and has superior sound absorption qualities than laminates

CARPETS VS. TILES

1. It naturally provides unique benefit of trapping and holding dust, soil and contaminants than tiles. 
2. Carpeting is more comfortable and cozy compared to tiles.
3. It provides better protection than tiles which could lead to injuries in the event of a slip or fall.
4. The material is definitely warmer during winter, which makes it highly preferable than tiles. 
5. It requires less maintenance compared to tiles that need sweeping, mopping and cleaning the grout.