There are plenty of different flooring options available, and trends come and go. Right now, many people are loving epoxy flooring, engineered hardwood flooring, and even concrete flooring. The fact is, none of these options are suitable for your bedroom. The most popular and practical options are carpet and hardwood flooring when it comes to a bedroom. Here is a breakdown of the pros and cons of each to help you decide what flooring would be best for you.
Carpet
Benefits
The obvious benefit of carpet flooring is that it feels warm and soft underfoot. It can give you a nice and semi-warm cushion for your feet each day as you get out of bed. Carpet has the ability to also absorb some noise, which makes it a good option for the place you sleep. Its thick padding makes it a great option for light sleepers because of the way it can block out loud noises inside and outside of the bedroom. Beyond that, carpet is relatively affordable depending on the type of carpet you choose. It comes in tons of different colors, patterns, and textures to allow you to completely customize your space.
Drawbacks
One thing that has to be considered with carpet is how prone you are to allergies. Carpets have the tendency to hold pollen, dust, dirt, and dander. These are all things that can irritate your allergies and cause discomfort. It also is not as durable as hardwood, and it shows signs of wear in a more apparent way.
Hardwood
Benefits
Hardwood is better than tile or stone flooring because it is a little bit warmer and softer. When it comes to looks, hardwood tends to be more pleasing to the eye. Hardwood also comes in many different looks and styles, which makes it a pretty versatile option for the bedroom. And even if you decide that hardwood is too cold or does not provide you with a quiet enough room, you can always throw an area rug down that suits the style of your room. As far as durability goes, hardwood floors are great. They last long and they also are the better option for people with allergies because they are easier to clean.
Drawbacks
Unlike carpet, hardwood floors can let noise in and even make it echo. For a bedroom, this might be a little bit of a noisier option. It also is colder, which means that each day you get up, you step onto a cold and hard floor. Hardwood is more expensive than carpet, but it lasts longer, so the investment could be worth it.
Whether you choose carpet or hardwood, it is important to keep up with cleaning to increase the longevity of your flooring. Zerorez® professionals are here to help you with that. We service carpet, hardwood, tile, and more so that you can keep your home in great condition. To learn more about the services we offer, check out our website where you can find out more about what Zerorez® can do for you.