Hard flooring or carpet - what's right for you?

Choosing the right flooring for your home can be tricky, but we’ve put together a handy guide to help you decide. Here are some factors to consider.

The right look

When choosing the flooring for any space in your home, you should consider the look you’re hoping to achieve. If you want to create a cosy space, it could be that carpet is your best option. With a huge choice of styles, piles, colours, and finishes, there really is something to suit all tastes. If you’d prefer something sleek and contemporary, you might decide to go for vinyl or hard flooring such as Karndean. 

In a bathroom or kitchen, for example, a hard floor option is likely to be preferable over carpet. Vinyl (or linoleum) flooring is a versatile yet durable option, or you could explore hard flooring such as Karndean which accurately replicates wood, stone, and even tiles.

Durability

Have a think about the daily wear and tear your flooring will go through. Although carpet is warmer and more cosy than hard flooring, it might not be as suitable for high-traffic areas in your home. If you have pets or small children as well, it might be worth considering a flooring option that’s easier to keep clean and can’t be damaged by scratchy little paws.  

Vinyl is a popular choice for its durability and warmth underfoot. We have a wide range of vinyl flooring options to suit all styles, so you can still get the perfect look to complement your home. 

For hard floor options, Karndean flooring is both easy to maintain and simple to clean. It’s still comfortable underfoot, as well as being durable, offering a practical but beautiful solution to your flooring needs. More hard-wearing than carpet, hard flooring is naturally resistant to spills like food, water and alcohol. It’s also an ideal option for allergy sufferers as it doesn’t allow allergens to get trapped in the same way as carpet does. For this reason, it’s also a popular choice among pet owners. 
 

Carpet Barn is the South’s leading supplier of carpet, vinyl and hard flooring, offering a wide range of choice at fantastic prices. Visit your local Carpet Barn store today to find out more.