Floors can be severely impacted if you are a pet owner. So if you are looking to buy a new home or remodel your current home, you’ll need to look for the most dependable option.
Obviously, one classic and affordable option is carpet. But many people are hesitant to go with carpeted flooring because it can wear quickly and tends to absorb stains and odors very easily. Hardwood can be similar. It can be scratched, stained, or warped. At the end of the day, many homeowners choose a stone or tile flooring option.
Stone Flooring
Stone flooring is an excellent choice for pet owners for a number of reasons. Stone is very scratch resistant and any scratches that might occur are very difficult to notice. It also doesn’t absorb moisture, making it a prime candidate to clean after a pet urine accident, especially as it doesn’t take up the odor either.
Granite is the best choice for a durable floor because it is the hardest of the natural stones. Although, some softer stones like marble, travertine, and slate are still good options. Softer stone may require a bit more maintenance.
Tile Flooring
Tile flooring offers many of the same benefits of stone flooring. It has scratch resistance, durability, and odor and moisture control. Of course, the main downside to stone and tile flooring is the fact that they are hard and cold, making for an uncomfortable place for pets to lie down and for you to walk barefoot. To avoid this problems, invest in throw rugs and pet beds.
When choosing a flooring surface for your pets, you can’t go wrong with either stone or tile. These will offer great benefits for pets and are very durable surfaces. You’ll really just have to decide what you like best. Remember that it is recommended that stone and tile flooring be professionally cleaned every 12-18 months to ensure they look their best and are clean and cleaned. Southside Chem-Dry is here to help you take care of your tile and stone cleaning in Virginia Beach.