When you’re looking for flooring Lakewood CO and Denver offer excellent resources for finding the best options for your home, whether you’re building or redecorating.
You’ll find that that more choices exist than ever before, including flooring that is environmentally responsible and sustainable. Among the most sustainable flooring Denver homeowners are choosing today include cork and bamboo.
Cork is harvested from the bark of trees so does not involve the killing of trees. It’s growing in popularity because it’s soft and warm underfoot. In addition, cork contains a natural insect repellant, so it is resistant to termites. It also resists mold and mildew and doesn’t absorb dust, making it a good choice for people who are bothered by allergies.
Be aware, though, that cork is not a good choice for kitchens or bathrooms, because it is absorbent and shows stains.
As bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants on the planet, it is a highly sustainable choice for flooring. And it’s a good, practical choice, too, as it is very durable and attractive. It offers the look of wood, usually at less cost.
Natural hardwood and softwood flooring is available from companies that follow sustainable foresting practices. Wood floors often last the lifetime of a home and can be refinished multiple times to retain their beauty.
Laminate flooring, Lakewood CO homeowners are finding, is relatively inexpensive and easy to install and maintain. Plus, laminate flooring is very durable; a good choice for areas with high foot traffic.
Tile is another durable, easy to maintain option. Because it is less absorbent than wood, tile is a good choice for kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms.
Vinyl flooring is less expensive and easy to install and clean and comes in a wide variety of textures, colors and designs to fit most any décor.
While similar to vinyl flooring, linoleum is made of natural materials, not plastic. It is a good choice for high traffic areas of the home.
Stone flooring is a more expensive option, but adds the value of a home.
Carpeting is generally the least expensive flooring option, but doesn’t last as long as other types of flooring and requires frequent cleaning to maintain its appearance. It’s not a good choice for bathrooms and kitchens.
