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Flooring and Your Home Remodel
by AJ Fanter
Refacing Cabinet Columnist
No home remodel would be complete without updated flooring. Wood flooring brings a feeling of richness and warmth, dramatically changing the character of any room.
However, depending on the amount of traffic, sunlight, and overall purpose of the room you are looking to remodel, deciding whether to install hardwood floors or laminate flooring could make the difference in how your home remodel will look five, 10 or even 15 years down the road.
Choose Laminate for an Active Household Home Remodel
Do you have big dogs, lots of kids and a very active lifestyle? Do you enjoy a glass of red wine or let your kids drink grape juice while sitting in your living room? Does the room you are looking to remodel get substantial foot traffic each and every day? If you need a floor that is going to stand up to the triple threat of traffic, stains, and scratching, laminate flooring may be a better choice for your home remodel. Laminate is also the preferred choice if the area may be exposed to moisture or lots of sunlight.
Hardwood is the Choice for Long Life, Beauty, and Ease of Repair
One of the biggest benefits of using hardwood flooring in your home remodel is its longevity. A good quality hardwood floor, while it may need refinishing from time to time, may never need to be replaced, making it a smart investment for those that don't like to remodel regularly. Furthermore, hardwood floors are easier to repair, so in the event of damage you need not replace the entire flooring system. Another big benefit of hardwood flooring is its visual appeal. While today's laminates are incredibly realistic, there is something very pure and beautiful about the look and feel of natural wood.
Whether you're looking to remodel with the long run in mind, or if increased scratch, stain, and impact resistance is important to you, there's a perfect flooring solution available for your home remodel.
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About the Author
AJ Fanter is a freelance writer based in Reno, NV.
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