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Which is Better Bedroom Flooring Option - Timber Flooring or Carpet

• 24 September 2021
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• 5 Min Read
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• By Jaipur Rugs

The flooring of your house determines as much practicality as it does aesthetics, so we understand why you might be torn between timber and carpet flooring. Both have their unique allures. While the timber flooring is shiny and rustic, carpet flooring is soft to touch and diffuses noise.

The flooring of your house determines as much practicality as it does aesthetics, so we understand why you might be torn between timber and carpet flooring. Both have their unique allures. While the timber flooring is shiny and rustic, carpet flooring is soft to touch and diffuses noise. And while they are both classic flooring options, they have very different characteristics. So before you go on to buy a carpet online or get that timer flooring installed, here’s some information that will help you make the best decision. And while that is highly subjective based on your needs, but this guide will help you weigh out the pros and cons so you can pick the best one for your home:

      1. Versatility

You need to consider the versatility of the flooring you are opting for and all its pros and cons in all spaces of your home. Both timber or carpet flooring aren’t suited for spaces with high levels of moisture like bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries owing to the expansion of materials and potential damage and rot. However, a properly sealed hardwood floor will be able to repel the occasional and prevent the moisture from seeping into and damaging the surface. Hence, you can opt for timber flooring in the guest bathroom which gets a lower footfall.

As for carpet flooring, the regular Teflon coating will help your carpet repel water to a certain extent but you will have to be on your toes to dry it out right away. Remember that a soiled and stained carpet is also much harder to clean. 

For bathrooms and other spaces which have a high moisture concentration, we suggest opting for ceramic tile flooring in a hardwood look, if that’s your jam. 

      2. Cost

The cost of installation is one of the most important determiners when it comes to flooring. If you are choosing between carpet and timber flooring and eyeing high-end options, the price difference is going to be a considerable one. Timber flooring is substantially more expensive than carpet flooring because it uses a natural material and can not be manufactured. If you are considering getting timber flooring installed in a DIY manner to save cost, you should know that the implications of poor installation can cost you even more than getting the floors installed by experts. In case you are on a budget, we suggest you opt for carpet flooring as it is going to be considerably cheaper and affordable, even with the expert installation and padding involved. So go ahead and give your local carpet branch a call and get on with the installation. 

      3. Appearance

When it comes to appearance, the weight is equally distributed between timber and carpet flooring as the decision completely depends on the personality of your home and your stylistic choices. Timber offers its own share of choices based on the kind of wood you are opting for; oak will have a different texture and stain than pine and so on and so forth. It is sleek, luxurious, and extremely elegant, and works particularly well for certain rooms in your home. On the other hand, carpet flooring will not only offer you wood finish colors but also the freedom to choose any color you want. You can mix and match the colors based on the room you are putting the carpeting in and play around with the shades. Be it a romantic mood carpet or one that is dun and vibrant, it’s your home, and you should have amazing choices to pick from. 

      4. Maintenance

If it were a battle, timber flooring would definitely win this one. Timber floors are easy and uncomplicated when it comes to cleanliness and care as the normal rules of cleaning a floor apply. In fact, it is even suggested to refrain from using a lot of water and cleaning fluids on timber flooring as it could cause damage over time. It’s easy to spot dust and dirt on hardwood floors and clean accordingly. However, for carpet flooring, you need to be equipped with hacks to avoid carpet cleaning mistakes that could potentially ruin your flooring. Dirt, dust, pollen, and allergens can get stuck into the fibers and they need to be vacuumed and/or swept every week. In fact, carpet flooring in high traffic areas might even need more care and caution. And while the yearly professional deep cleaning is non-negotiable, how much care and cleaning your carpet will need also depends on the foot traffic of the area it is placed in. 

      5. Durability

The durability of the flooring you opt for will depend on multiple factors like your habits, pets/kids at home, foot traffic, and others. So you should pick an option that will make sense cost-wise in the long term instead of opting for something that doesn’t have a long lifetime. While hardwood floors are more susceptible to damage from daily spills and/or rough usage because of their softer composition, carpets need a total to revamp every 10-15 years. In fact, while you can protect your timber flooring to a certain extent by implementing a ‘no shoes’ policy inside your home, tears and scraps on carpet flooring will mean either fixing the area or replacing the whole thing if it is damaged. So, weigh your options carefully depending on your lifestyle and your budget.

      6. Comfort

Lastly, comfort. It goes without saying that timber flooring is a harder material and can be tough on your feet, especially when you are standing for a long time. On the other hand, carpet flooring is plush, soft to the touch, and needs no slippers inside the home. You will always wake up to soft flooring and can sit down anywhere without laying down an extra rug or something. It is, after all, one of the main reasons why people buy carpets online.