There is something about a wood floor that enhances a room. It gives a room a sense of warmth, permanence and stability. Even in a small house with minimal square footage, wood floors give a house a well-crafted, “high-end” appearance. In fact, 90 percent of realtors say that wood floors help a home sell faster and for more money.

There are many excellent reasons why wood flooring may be right for your home. There are also a few reasons why wood flooring might not be the right choice for you. The best way to know is to take the time to educate yourself about the benefits and limitations of wood before you make the investment.

Good Reasons to Choose Wood Floor:

1. Adaptability - Wood floors look good with every decor. The wide range of species, colors and patterns means you can find wood flooring to fit in with virtually any decor, era, type of furniture, artwork or overall style. Wood floors complement, and never compete for attention. They are an excellent way of tying your rooms together.
2. Low maintenance – Wood floors are easy to clean, just dust or damp mop. They’re perfect for people with allergies, asthma or other respiratory problems, because dust particles, pollen and dust mites stay on the surface where they can be wiped away easily and completely.
3. Durability – Wood floors are long-lasting. Carpets need replacing every ten years or so, while a well-maintained hardwood floor can easily outlive a 30-year mortgage. Plus, carpets break down as they age, creating more particles and pollutants to deal with, whereas wood floors hold firm. New finishes have made wood floors even more durable.
4. Economical – Hardwood floors cost about the same as a high-quality carpet installation, but last two to three times as long.

In the next article, we’ll take a look at why a wood floor might not be the best choice for you. There are factors of sub-flooring, humidity and wide temperature fluctuations to consider. Stay tuned for Part 2.

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