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10 Benefits of Wood Flooring

Posted on: 9th February 2015

A lot of people dream of having wood flooring throughout their home as it brings elegance, character and flair. Wood flooring comes in a range of different colours and finishes, making it versatile for anyone's taste or style. There are many benefits that come with installing wood flooring such as its longevity when treated with the right care and attention. Choosing the right flooring for your home can be a hard decision, so we have come up with 10 benefits of wood flooring, making your decision a little bit easier. Whatever queries or thoughts you may have had on wooden flooring, they can be answered here.

Top 10 Benefits of Wood Flooring

  1. As we mentioned earlier, good quality wooden floors can last decades and with minimal maintenance, wooden flooring looks better as the years go by.
  2. Wooden flooring is easy to clean, especially if you have pets or small children, a simple brush, mop or light vacuum could resolve the problem straight away.
  3. They are more hygienic than some other flooring options out there. For anyone who suffers with allergies, having wooden floors will eliminate any allergen producing or dust which saves you any discomfort.
  4. The smell of polished wooden flooring is a delight around the house. Choosing wooden floors means you can avoid bad odours that other flooring might pick up.
  5. Wood is a great medium if you are looking to install under floor heating, which is now one of the most efficient ways of heating your home.
  6. Wooden flooring isn't entirely invincible, after a few years you may experience a few scratches or has been damaged by general wear and tear. A straightforward sand and seal job will bring it back to its original finish.
  7. Many people tend to oversee the fact that wood is a classic look, a timeless choice that will never go out of fashion.
  8. There has been an on-going myth that wooden flooring is only for the wealthy. Well we want to dispel that myth as wood flooring is available for all budgets, so now everyone can reap the benefits of wooden floors.
  9. Wooden flooring is also very warm and feels nice on your bare feet, making it an ideal choice to have all over the house.
  10. Estate agents state that houses with wooden floors sell twice as easily as well as adding a value to your home.

If you were unsure about wooden flooring, we hope our top ten benefits of having them in your home has helped you on your journey to finding your perfect flooring. If you would like to come into our showroom at Lenwade Business Park, we would be more than happy to assist you with any queries you may have. Alternatively, you can call us on 01603 879359.

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