Hello World! Welcome Friends! Flooring is often forgotten when homeowners consider what makes a house their own, yet it has a bigger role to play in home comfort and value than you might think. As CNBC outlines, flooring is one of the primary uses of building materials in short supply in the USA; so short, in fact, that the average new house price has risen a huge $36,000. Simply put, the floor must not be underestimated. Having something that looks good is important, but it has to function too – the modern family can put a lot of stress on a floor amid their footfall through the home. The good news is that there are plenty of options.
Form and Function
One of the best options for homeowners looking to match style with strength are interlocking wood-PVC hybrid tiles. These are the latest in a series of engineered wood flooring types that have, according to scientific study, proved as durable as more-expensive hardwood over the years – with a lower maintenance cost. Modern variants provide a better design quality, and can combine a bit of luxury with the innate benefits of interlocking flooring. Shaw, Lifeproof and Nucore are just a few of the brands operating in this sector, and they all have their own benefits. Some are more durable than others, and are designed for homes that see work boots on a regular basis, whereas others are closer to full wood products. Taking an in-depth look will help you to establish what fits your needs.
Old School
The most durable of the wooden floors remains hardwood, however. This really does stand the test of time, and there are plenty of American homes aged over the century mark that still have their original flooring. Hardwood floors add intrinsic value to your home, if you ever are considering selling. However, there are costs associated with hardwood. As The Spruce investigates, maintenance is straightforward but pricey: a resurfacing and polishing of an existing floor can cost up to $4 per square foot, with rarer materials costing more. Hardwood does have an instant gravitas, however, and is worth considering.
Metal and Concrete
What of an entirely different floor design? Metal and concrete aren’t associated with the comfort of a family home, but perhaps they should be. They are, of course, the most hard-wearing of all: it takes a lot of work to dent a stone floor, especially after hard work has been done to it. However, they can take a lot of money to make them look good. While a set concrete floor without any polishing will set you back less than hardwood, it might not look the best, and could be uneven. There’s also the question of child safety. However, a well-polished and modern concrete floor will be as sturdy as they come and look the part.
Making the choice comes down to your priorities – how much you’re willing to spend versus how good you’d like it to look. With modern choices, that balance can be tipped a little either way without breaking the bank.
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