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The Best in Pet-Friendly Flooring

11/29/2017

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Whether you call them pets, fur-babies, your children, or grand-pets,  your pets are a part of the family. If you have indoor animals, though, you know the struggle of keeping your floors clean and in good condition. We love our pets, but we love our floors too. Let’s look at some flooring options suited for furry friends.

Hard surface floors 

It’s hard to beat the look of a beautiful hardwood floor, but it’s not the best choice for families with pets. Hardwoods are very susceptible to scratches from claws, and pet urine can soak down into the wood causing odors and damage. Moisture from water bowls is also another potential problem that is often overlooked.

Luckily, vinyl, LVT, and WPC can fill the need for a wood look and pet-friendly durability. LVT (luxury vinyl tile or plank) and sheet vinyl are great options because both come in stylish wood and stone looks and are scratch and dent resistant, perfect to stand up to your pets’ claws. Sheet vinyl is virtually waterproof, and LVT is water-resistant. So, if your pet has an accident, it’s not the end of the world for your floors. WPC has many of the same features as LVT, but due to the makeup of its core, WPC is virtually impervious to water damage. Vinyl, LVT, and WPC are easily maintained with sweeping and mopping.

Tile and stone are also excellent choices for pets. Neither floor scratches easily, and they are both easy to clean and maintain. The only drawback is that tile and stone are often cold and hard. Consider adding a few rugs or a pet bed to give your pet a comfy place to relax.

Carpeting
Many people love the softness and comfort of carpet but have given up on having carpet due to their pets. However, carpet has changed the game in recent years with options like Mohawk SmartStrand. SmartStrand is literally one of the most durable carpets on the market with features like:
  • Forever clean, nanoloc technology making it 3x easier to clean.
  • Forever stain-free, no dye sites for spills to adhere to become stains.
  • Forever pure, 0% moisture absorption to reduce pet-related odors.
  • Forever durable, spring-like fiber molecules to preserve the carpets appearance.
  • “All accidents, all pets, all the time” warranty.
Another carpeting option is Stainmaster with PetProtect. It’s color safe and fade resistant and has a “breathable moisture barrier” that prevents liquids from soaking the padding and subfloor and also allows for better cleaning and odor protection. Other notable features include:
  • Resists pet hair
  • Reduces pet odors
  • Easy to clean
  • Exceptional durability and comfort
These are a few of the best pet-friendly options that you can consider. Whether you want hard surface flooring or carpet, these options come in all the looks you'll love and the durability you and your furry friends need. Stop by our showroom to see all the latest styles and options in pet-friendly flooring.
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