People who are very concerned about allergens and toxins in the home may choose to have carpeting replaced with a hardwood floor in Jacksonville. Wood flooring is much easier to keep clean. They may contact Precision Flooring when they are ready to get started.
Ease of Cleaning
A hardwood floor in Jacksonville can be quickly swept or mopped each day, clearing it of dust, pollen, mold spores and various types of debris. Those substances are more difficult to remove from carpet, since they become ground into the fabric.
Fabric and Allergens
The less fabric is in a home when residents have allergies, the better. Bed linens can be cleaned in a washing machine and pillows can be replaced periodically, but it’s harder to deal with carpeting and upholstered furniture. Many individuals are not actually allergic to dust, but to microscopic dust mites and the waste materials, they leave behind. All of this cannot be completely vacuumed up from carpet fibers.
Throw Rugs
If these homeowners would like some softer material on the floors, throw rugs are a smart choice. They can buy rugs that are small enough to shake out easily and that are machine washable. The kids will like to lounge on the rugs while playing on the floor or watching TV, and the pets will appreciate this too. Many people are able to have a cat or dog in the house because they are not allergic to pet dander, even if they react to other airborne substances.
Decisions to Make
When homeowners decide to have this flooring installed, they’ll have several decisions to make. What kind of wood do they like best? Do they want the same type of wood in all the rooms, or do they prefer to have some variation? What do the grades of hardwood mean?
They may be interested in the Janka Hardness Rating list of wood, since harder wood species are less prone to denting, dings and scratches. Maple, pecan and hickory are some of the more common choices for flooring in this part of the world. Red and white oak are also popular for the beautiful appearance, but they aren’t quite as hard as those other types.
