What’s the best type of flooring for seniors? If you’re wondering, there are a few things to consider before deciding what type to put in your home. One thing is whether or not they have any physical limitations that make it difficult for them to move around. Another consideration is if they live alone and will be doing all of the work themselves or with help from others. Finally, think about their budget and how much time it will take to install new flooring. In this blog post, we’ll go over three different types of flooring that might work well for aging adults: vinyl plank floors, laminate hardwood look-alike floors, and carpeting.
VINYL PLANK FLOORS
Vinyl plank floors are an excellent option for seniors who have physical limitations. They require much less maintenance than other types of flooring, and they come in very stylish designs that expertly mimic the look of natural wood or tile. Having a low-maintenance and elegant flooring option is great for seniors who want to spend less time maintaining and more time enjoying their home.
LAMINATE HARDWOOD LOOK-ALIKE FLOORS
Another popular choice of flooring among older adults is laminate hardwood floors. They come in many styles that mimic the real thing so that they can blend beautifully with your interior design style. Just like vinyl plank floors, they require little-to-no maintenance at all! If you’re looking for a simple yet stylish way to give your home a low-cost facelift without having to hire any professionals or put much effort into it yourself, these types of floorings might be just what you need.
CARPETING
Carpeting is another great flooring option for aging adults because it’s comfortable to walk on and relatively easy to clean if they have a quality lightweight vacuum. In addition, it doesn’t have any corners or edges (such as tile) that can catch their feet or trip them up. In the case they do trip or fall, the softness (especially if it’s thick carpeting) generally allows for fewer or less severe injuries. Carpeting is also great because its softness, combined with its carpeting pad underneath, may be easier on leg and foot joints as well as backaches.
ELEMENT IS YOUR FLOORING EXPERT IN NORTHERN COLORADO
Our friendly local team can help you select a senior flooring option in the Fort Collins, Loveland Timnath, Windsor, and Wellington areas. Our local team can also assist you in finding the best solution for your budget and time frame. Since we’ve been serving Northern Colorado with top-of-the-line flooring options for nearly 20 years, we’re confident that Element Design will be able to meet all of your needs and exceed your expectations! Give us a call today!
