Your bedroom is an important room in your home. It’s a place where you go to feel comfortable and relaxed. Much of that feeling comes from the furniture and decor that you choose, but your flooring is also a key element. If it’s time to install new flooring in your bedroom, you might be considering replacing your carpet with hardwood. There’s no denying that hardwood floors are beautiful, but are they right for your bedroom? At Creighton Floor Covering, our team wants you to be completely satisfied with your floor installation, so you have to weigh the pros and cons before you start.
Here are some of the pros and cons of installing wood flooring in your bedroom.
Pro: Durable and Easy to Clean
Floor installation is an expensive process, so you want to choose flooring that will last a long time. Good quality wood flooring will last for decades, especially if you take care of it. Luckily, wood flooring is very easy to clean. It doesn’t trap dust and hair the way carpet does, which is great for cleanliness, especially if allergies are a concern in your household.
Con: Costly and Susceptible to Scratching
The reason most people hold back on hardwood flooring is the price tag. While it’s true that wood floors are expensive, their lifespan can outweigh the cost if you can afford it initially. However, there are other costs associated with hardwood floors. Wood floors are susceptible to scratching and can be expensive to repair.
Pro: Timeless Aesthetic Appeal
How many times have you walked into someone’s house and been able to date the carpet just by looking at it? Every decade had its carpet trends, and not all of them have stood the test of time. Hardwood floors, on the other hand, have not changed much aesthetically over the years and will match any style and decor you have in your home.
Con: Cold and Noisy
Your bedroom should be a warm and cozy place, and putting your bare feet on cold wood floors is not what you want to do first thing in the morning. Wood also does not absorb sound the way carpet does, so your footsteps can be heard throughout the house, especially if your bedroom is upstairs. Throw rugs can help with this, but it’s just not the same as plush carpet.
