If you keep dogs inside the house, you must account for their needs when choosing flooring. Dogs naturally introduce a lot of wear and tear onto softer wood flooring, and they often chew on carpet. Their urine can leave hard-to-remove stains. Thankfully, there are plenty of flooring options that are comfortable for your pet and resistant to damage.

The Best Flooring Options

When choosing pet-friendly flooring, the most vital factors to consider are the material’s resistance to scratches and other damage, as well as its ability to provide traction and comfort for your dog.

Vinyl plank flooring, as well as cork, bamboo, and stone tile are generally considered the best options. Each of these materials is naturally scratch and stain-resistant. They also offer better water resistance, making it much easier to clean up after an accident. Best of all, they offer a distinctive, luxurious look for your home—even vinyl planking can be made to imitate hardwood or stone to achieve an elegant style.

Provide Extra Attention

Clipping your dog’s nails will reduce the risk of scratches in cork and bamboo. Pet urine should be cleaned up immediately, so it doesn’t soak in. You can keep your floors looking great by using a pet hair vacuum weekly and then mopping after. You can find these vacuums labeled for pet hair clean up at any large department store; they have deep-clean attachments. Following a consistent cleaning schedule will keep hair and dander from accumulating or polluting your indoor air.

No matter what type of flooring you need for your home, you will get beautiful results from Thieman's Carpet Company. Serving St. Charles County in MO, for over 40 years, their award-winning, licensed team will help you choose the right flooring materials to install at affordable prices. To learn more about their services, visit them online, or call (636) 327-8813.