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Benefits and Limitations of Waterproof Flooring

Benefits and Limitations of Waterproof Flooring

by Dublin Carpet / Saturday, 22 February 2020 / Published in Waterproof, Flooring
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Homeowners are always looking for ways to improve their home’s value and features. Flooring is one great way to make those kinds of improvements. 

You might be hearing about the options in waterproof flooring. Are you imagining the linoleum of yesteryear, the kind your grandma had in her kitchen? Flooring has made vast improvements in both looks and quality in recent years. 

Read on to learn about the many benefits of waterproof flooring and the plethora of options available to consider. 

List of Contents

  • 1 Benefits of Waterproof Flooring
    • 1.1 Moisture Resistant
    • 1.2 Easy to Clean
    • 1.3 Durability
    • 1.4 Great for Pets and Kids
    • 1.5 Variety of Styles
  • 2 Potential Pitfalls of Waterproof Flooring
    • 2.1 Inconsistent Quality
    • 2.2 Difficult to Remove
    • 2.3 Not Refinishable
  • 3 Understand the Pros and Cons of Waterproof Flooring

Benefits of Waterproof Flooring

Waterproof flooring comes as laminate, vinyl, wood planks, and even tile like. With so many aesthetically pleasing choices, homeowners are flocking to use it throughout their homes. But it offers many benefits beyond being visually pleasing.

Let’s take a look at the many benefits.

Moisture Resistant

This type of flooring repels moisture. It prevents it from soaking in and going to the subfloor below. It prevents moisture build-up or the potential for mildew to develop.

Many waterproof brands are hygienic because they have an anti-microbial resin as part of their construction.

Easy to Clean

One of the great benefits of this type of flooring is its easy maintenance. A spill can be wiped up or mopped without worry that the substance has soaked in. Cleaning can be done with a damp mop or steam cleaner. 

Durability

Unlike wood floors or tile or stone floors that may require maintenance as they age, waterproof flooring is durable and requires no maintenance. They don’t wear like carpet or lose their finish like regular wood floors. 

Great for Pets and Kids

Let’s face it, kids and pets can be messy and hard on your home. Because this type of floor is so durable and easy to clean, it makes it great in a home with pets or kids. You won’t have to worry if a toy or juice box hits the floor. These laminates can handle what your kids can “throw at it.”

Variety of Styles

Laminate has come a long way in style. Many laminates are available that are so real looking, you would swear they are real wood. They also have tile and stone looking laminates, that provide the look without the upkeep. 

Potential Pitfalls of Waterproof Flooring

Despite the many positive qualities of waterproof flooring, there are a few pitfalls to consider. 

Inconsistent Quality

Despite this type of flooring making huge strides, there can be some inconsistencies in quality. Be sure to check on the thickness of the flooring. Ask for an explanation of the layers that make up the flooring material. 

Difficult to Remove

One challenge that some of the new luxury vinyl presents is how to remove them. They can be a challenge to remove because of the adhesives used for installation. It is not impossible but does require some elbow grease to get the flooring back up if you want to change it. 

Not Refinishable

Real wood flooring offers the ability to refinish it and have all new floors as they wear. With waterproof flooring, you cannot refinish them at a later date. The plus is that you won’t need to as they don’t show the wear like a real hardwood floor would. 

Understand the Pros and Cons of Waterproof Flooring

The advances in waterproof flooring make it a great choice. It is both stylish and functional. The benefits of waterproof flooring far outweigh the few pitfalls. If you are interested in adding waterproof flooring to your home, we have an extensive selection. 

If you have a special project in mind for your home, contact us today to get more information on our flooring selections. 

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