One of the biggest questions when building your home is, Hardwood or Carpet?

Here are a few pros and cons of each to help make your decision easier!

Hardwood

Pros:

  • Hardwood is durable – it may last 100 years or more
  • Easy to clean – You can sweep and damp mop it easily
  • Appropriate for just about every room
  • If you have allergies, it doesn’t hold allergens like carpet will
  • Adds value to your home

Cons:

  • It is loud to walk on and can make a room colder
  • More expensive per sq foot
  • Scratches easily
  • Not recommended in high moisture areas (bathrooms or basements)

Carpet

Pros:

  • Cheaper to buy per sq foot
  • Easily vacuumed
  • Soft and warm under your feet
  • Perfect for the living room or bedroom

Cons:

  • Hard to get out stains
  • No real estate advantage
  • Need to replace once every 10 years
  • Can trap pollen or allergens, not great for people with allergies