The Best Flooring Options for Allergies

August 13, 20240

Do you have a pet? Are you allergic to certain things in your home? When it comes time to think about flooring, do you feel overwhelmed with the options available to you? If so, then this blog post is for you. We will talk about what type of flooring is best for people with allergies as well as those who have pets. Read on to learn more!

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of American (AAFA), as well as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 50 million people in the United States experience allergies each year. And allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the United States. Allergies are an incurable condition that adults and children alike are faced with every single day.

With such a high prevalence of allergy sufferers, it’s likely you or someone in your family suffers from allergies. As a result, you’ll want to prevent your allergy triggers as best as possible. Allergens can live in any number of places throughout the home, including your flooring!

Least Allergy-Friendly Flooring

Carpets

When it comes to the flooring that is least allergy-friendly, carpets take the cake. Carpets are a great place for dust mites and other allergens to grow because they trap dirt particles within their fibers. In addition, carpet traps not just pet dander but also mites and mold. The good news is that you can avoid these allergens by getting rid of your carpeting altogether! If carpets are not for you, then here are some other great alternatives instead.

Most Allergy-Friendly Flooring

Solid Hardwood Flooring

There are a number of flooring alternatives that provide you with the most allergy-friendly atmosphere in your home. According to Floor Coverings International, hardwood floors have been voted as one of the best allergen-resistant materials available. In fact, their popularity has increased by an amazing 97% over the past five years alone! The reason for this huge boom is due to hardwood being much easier to clean than carpets and other types of flooring. Solid hardwood flooring does not harbor microorganisms like dust mites or dirt, dust, or other tracked-in allergens. All that you need is a steam mop or vacuum cleaner when it comes time to dust off those pesky allergens from your wood surface area(s).

Engineered Flooring

Another great allergen-resistant option is engineered hardwood flooring. Engineered wood floors are a mix of solid hardwood and plywood that creates the look, feel, and durability of traditional hardwoods without having to sacrifice any quality or ease in cleaning compared to other types of flooring materials. In fact, these days there are many different styles you can choose from when it comes time for your next installation! These include handscraped options as well as those with distressed finishes so that no two pieces will be alike. Engineered flooring is easy to clean and does not trap allergens like carpet.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring

If you are on a budget but still want to make sure that your allergy triggers are kept at bay, then luxury vinyl flooring is the way to go. These floors might not have quite as much depth and texture of engineered hardwood or solid hardwoods, but they do come in many different styles! And because it’s made from premium-grade materials instead of being glued together like traditional linoleum tiles, these types of flooring tend to be more durable over time. Luxury vinyl can stand up against moisture while remaining easy for anyone to sweep away dirt particles with just your regular broom before proceeding with mopping later if necessary.

Count on Wood Source LLC for All Your Flooring Needs

As you can see, there are many different flooring options to choose for yoru home. If you’re not sure which type of material is right for you, then be sure to contact WoodSource LLC today! We would love nothing more than to provide you with allergen-resistant materials that will stand up against your daily allergy triggers while still looking great in any room or space throughout your home.

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