Few things offer the same sense of luxury to a room as real hardwood floors. Their textured and timeless look along with their warmth and natural beauty make them an option that will always stand out when you are looking to decorate your dream home. There is something special about the energy of natural materials, real wood floors are pretty hard to beat. But let’s get into the nitty gritty about why you should give in to their charms. In the next segment, we instead take a look at why you might want to consider other options.
- Longevity and return on investment
Hardwood flooring is a long-term investment. If properly cared for, they may last for hundreds of years. Even though you may not be around to see it, they will bring value to either coming generations or a prospective future sale of the property. They may be the costlier option, but they are sure to give you a return on your investment, Most recommend refinishing wood floors every ten years or so to keep them looking their best for as long as possible. This can be done repeatedly, so that when scratches and dents build up in high-traffic areas such as hall-ways, these can be erased, turning back the hands of time.
- Versatility and variety
Hardwood floors go well with any type of decor you may choose for the room, and any colour scheme. This leaves you free to change it up with more easily substituted furnishings, should you feel like a home-makeover a little further down the line. However, that does not mean that you are starved for choice when it comes to your floors. Some of the most common types are oak, walnut, hickory, maple, and cherry. However, you also come across beautiful acacia, pine, chestnut, teak, mahogany, birch and many more species. Furthermore, hardwood floors can be stained in a tone that will suit your tastes and needs.
- Easy to maintain and hygienic
Hardwood floors do not collect dust, dirt, or other debris to any great extent. They are easy to care for on a daily basis by vacuuming, mopping and keeping them dry, and pretty resistant to liquid spills. You can wash them with a mixture of vinegar and water, or use a special wood-cleaning product. Real wood floors are also quite allergy-friendly, and make a great choice for anyone concerned about respiratory issues or any other kind of sensitivity to dust.
- Look and feel
No other type of floor will give your room that classic elegance of a hardwood surface. As they are lovingly treaded upon, run across, and generally lived on over the years, their uniqueness only increases, adding to the charm and individuality of the wood. Who doesn’t love to walk across a real wood surface? What’s more, it brings a piece of nature right into your home, and being in contact with organic materials is said to support our overall health.
