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You have questions, we have answers. Explore the most frequently asked questions about hardwood flooring below. Need assistance or want to know more? Contact Carlisle or call 800-595-9663 today to get all your inquiries answered.
The best type of flooring for a bedroom is a matter of personal preference. Most homeowners choose either hardwood floors or carpeting in the bedroom. Carpets have sound-dampening qualities and offer a softer feel underfoot. Hardwood floors are easier to keep clean and will last much longer. Some homeowners like the warmth and coziness of carpet in a child’s bedroom but will choose hardwood for their own bedroom, using area rugs to achieve a softer feel underfoot.
In addition to carpeting and hardwood floors, laminate and vinyl surfaces are options for bedrooms. Both vinyl and laminate are made of synthetic materials. Vinyl offers a durable surface that resists moisture, and vinyl floors can be fabricated to resemble wood, stone and ceramic surfaces. Laminate floors are less resistant to moisture but are more affordable and comfortable on the feet than vinyl. Laminate surfaces also offer a realistic appearance of a wooden floor. Both can be a more affordable option for bedroom flooring for cost-conscious homeowners.
Most home buyers prefer hardwood floors in a bedroom.
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ExploreCarpeting can make a bedroom feel cozier and more inviting. Carpets absorb sound, making it easier for one person to get in or out of bed without disturbing the other. In colder weather, carpets help maintain insulation and give homeowners a soft, warm surface to walk on at night. Carpet is also less expensive than a hardwood floor, though it will not last as long. Homeowners who suffer from allergies may not do as well with carpet in a bedroom, as carpet is more likely to harbor mold and allergens.
Prefinished hardwood flooring is sanded, stained and sealed in the manufacturer’s facility before it is delivered to a home for installation. This allows the manufacturer to finish the wood under ideal conditions and to use stronger stains and sealants that offer more protection. A prefinished floor can be installed more quickly and allows the homeowner to avoid the mess, the smell and the inconvenience of having a floor sanded and sealed on site.
Engineered hardwood flooring uses boards that are made of a top layer of hardwood that’s glued to multiple layers of backing material. The result is a floorboard with a solid core that is more resistant to changes in moisture and humidity. However, engineered floors should not be used in areas where the relative humidity drops below 30%. Engineered wood flooring can be an excellent choice for bedrooms in basements or other below-grade locations, as well as bedrooms with radiant heat or rooms with a concrete substrate.
Hardwood is by far the easier surface to maintain and keep clean. Wood floors can be easily swept and vacuumed to remove dust, dirt, allergens and debris. Spills on a wood floor can be cleaned up in seconds, while something spilled on a carpet will stain more easily and be more difficult to dry.
Patterned or parquet floors add elegance and luxury to a bedroom. Common patterns include Herringbone, Chevron and Versailles, but bedroom floors can be installed with virtually any pattern.
There are no rules that prescribe whether the flooring in a bedroom should match rooms throughout the house. It’s perfectly fine to have carpet in a bedroom and hardwood floors in the common living areas, or to have light Maple flooring in the master bedroom but dark Walnut floors in the living room and dining room. Using different species in adjoining rooms can help to give each space its own personality, while using the same word for all rooms can help create a natural flow throughout the house.
Carlisle Wide Plank Floors offers a large selection of bedroom hardwood flooring. Our expert design consultants help customers explore all types of hardwood, solid vs. engineered floorboards, possibilities for stain colors and options for texture. At Carlisle, homeowners can design a wide plank floor for the bedroom that will be a perfect reflection of their sense of style.
