What is the best flooring if you have pets?

While pets aren?t for everyone, those of you that do consider them part of the family. Pets can be a real challenge when it comes to choosing a floor covering for your home. First off, you want your new flooring to be durable enough to withstand the pitter-patter of their paws. Secondly, you want it to be easy to clean and able to withstand an occasional accident.

Some may think carpeting offers a soft and comfortable option for pets ? but in reality their nails can get caught in the fibers and if you don?t act on an accident quickly it may be difficult to get that stain out of the carpet. Stick with a nice bed for them, and go with a durable, allergy-friendly, water-resistant floor covering option.

Luxury vinyl flooring: A lot of manufacturers are producing waterproof flooring, some of which are luxury vinyl. This floor covering can give you the look of stone, tile or hardwood but also offers stain-resistant features. This option gives you both durability and some beautiful design options for your home.

Tile Flooring: Ceramic and porcelain tile is durable and can withstand the wear-and-tear of pets running around. If there is ever an accident, soaking it up with paper towels and disinfecting it is quick and easy. You also get an allergy-friendly floor covering that offers beautiful colors, sizes and patterns.

Laminate: This is probably the most affordable option. Laminate flooring is easy to clean and can withstand the foot traffic from your pets. It gives you plenty of flexibility with design as well.

For residents in The Villages, Leesburg and Lady Lake looking for a pet-friendly floor covering should stop by DCO Flooring today. Find the perfect floor for you, your home and your pet (whether it?s a dog, cat, lizard, bird or something else) at DCO Flooring.