Check out the pros and cons
IT IS said that the floor is the fifth wall in a room. So, your flooring choice is an important one that should be carefully considered, especially because floors should last a long time.
Whether it ’ s tiles, carpets, hardwood, laminates or vinyl, a home ’ s flooring sets the underlying tone of its eventual style and character.
More than just adding warmth to homes, carpets, rugs and other such underfoot luxuries have become wonderful decor items and even focal points. They are available in a wide range of styles, fabrics and colours.
Also, given that it is a nonslip surface with thermal insulation and soundabsorbing properties, it is obvious why it is a common preference in South African homes.
The natural look remains popular, with variations of brown still a favourite colour.
There are some things to keep in mind with carpets and rugs.
If water is spilt on carpets consistently, or there is a continual source of moisture, mould is prone to develop on the underside of the carpet. Mould is a health risk and sometimes requires a professional carpet cleaner, specialising in mould mitigation, to come in and sort out the problem.
Vinyl flooring is by far the most cost effective way to get an elegant look in your home. It is an artificial composite that can be designed to replicate any kind of natural or man-made material.
Be it a wood, stone, bamboo or a tile replica, there ’ s a vinyl floor for every popular trend that will instantly transform any room at a fraction of the cost of the real thing.
Not only is vinyl an environmentally-friendly alternative to real wooden floors, it is also durable, moisture-resistant and easy to maintain.
The disadvantages of vinyl floors are that they do not stand up well to heavy loads and can be damaged by sharp objects. Also, colours can