The Top 5 Pet-Friendly Flooring Options

Pets are great companions and provide unconditional love to their owners. But, our furry friends can cause a lot of damage (scratches, shedding, dirt, stains) to flooring.

According to Canada’s Pet Wellness Report by the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), around 35% of the Canadian households have a dog and about 38% have cats. These statistics reveal the importance Canadian families place on pet ownership, despite the damage they cause. However, what if we told you there are ways to protect your flooring while also being pet-friendly?

This pet-friendly flooring guide will help you have a look at flooring options that are useful for houses with pets.

Best Flooring Options for Houses with Pets

  • Vinyl Flooring Vinyl flooring is an ideal and affordable option for pet owners. Great at providing traction to your pets, vinyl is scratch and stain resistant. This easy to clean flooring promotes low level of allergic substance build-up and is quiet underfoot. The drawback of vinyl is it dulls easily and water spills can cause mildew or lifting.
  • Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo is one of the hardest flooring available. It’s preferred by pet owners because it can withstand high traffic passing on its surface and is easily renewable. This eco-friendly flooring option is an excellent choice for houses with pets because of its stain and scratch resistant features.

The main catch with this type of flooring is that it can be pricey depending on the type and brand.

  • Cork Flooring

Cork flooring is superb for homes with pets. It is a natural antimicrobial material that reduces the growth of mold and other allergens. It can be used as a renewable flooring option that also excels at sound absorption.

Cork is beneficial for water-resistance, but the surface can get scratches from sharp nails.

  • Tile and Stone

Known for being tough, durable, stain resistant and water resistant, tile or stone flooring can be a good choice for houses with dogs and cats. In case of accidents and spills, this type of flooring is also easy to clean.

The main downside is that it can cause discomfort to your furry friend as the surface is slippery, cold and hard. To provide added comfort to your pet, lay down rugs or consider installing radiant heating system.

  • Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring is naturally hard and extremely durable. It’s easy to clean and has water-resistance, which makes it great if you have pets. These properties mean it’s very resistant to scratches, and cleaning it is hassle-free. This flooring option on its own might be slippery for your pets, but installing a textured or embossed finish can be useful in providing traction.

Finding the perfect flooring for your pet can be a little tricky what’s best depends on several factors. The smart choice is to trim your pet’s nails, use doormats at all entrances to avoid dirt and wipe up spills as soon as possible. That way, regardless of the flooring option you choose, you can rest easy knowing that it’s safe.

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