What kind of floor is best for your pet?

Nowadays, pets are becoming a staple in homes; 68 percent of U.S. households own a pet. That translates to animal hair and little paws all over the carpet and floor. So when people wants to upgrading their floors, there are lots of factors to consider when making selection as a pet owner. Ensuring that you pick the best flooring for pets should be near the top of your list.

Fortunately, there are plenty of pet-friendly flooring options on the market for your next home improvement project.

Each option has merits and demerits, but with a little perseverance, you will find the perfect flooring for your home.

4 Best Pet-Friendly Flooring Options

1. Tile & Stone Flooring

Advantages: Waterproof, high stain-resistant, and easy to clean, tile and stone flooring can hold up to whatever your pet dishes out. It is one of the best options when it comes to pet-friendly flooring. But it has the disadvantages like can be cold underfoot and drain warmth from the room in colder climates

2. Cork Flooring

Why cork flooring is an excellent choice for pet owners? There are some merits to choose this kind of floor. It is attractive, resembling hardwood flooring, and it is also microbial. That means If your pet has an accident on the floor, microbial flooring is less likely to develop bacterial growth, mold, or other harmful allergens.

Another benefit of cork is that it absorbs sound. If you love your pet, but you are not a fan of the sound of feet as it traipses noisily through your house, cork is a good option.

Disadvantages: Scratch-resistant, but less so than tile and stone options

3. Bamboo Flooring

If you want a natural, wood-like look with pets, then cork, bamboo flooring is great option for you. It is extremely durable, stain-resistant, environmentally friendly and scratch-resistant. So, you can feel at ease as you watch your pet run across your brand-new floors.

Disadvantage: Bamboo floors can vary greatly in quality.

4. Luxury Vinyl Flooring

Luxury vinyl flooring is a great choice if you have pets. It can mimic the look of natural stone, tile, or hardwood, but it is much easier on your pets (and your budget).

Advantages: Luxury vinyl is very durable. Most luxury vinyl is water-resistant, and some varieties are even waterproof, easy to maintain and easy to clean. Plus, it is soft underfoot and budget-friendly.

Disadvantages: Less desirable when it comes to resale value

Which one is right for you depends on your taste. As you want your home to be pet-friendly, it is still your home. You want it to reflect your style and preferences, and fit your budget.