Hardwood floors are known for being luxurious and being beautiful in any home. But many people aren’t aware of just how much a hardwood floor is capable of increasing the value of a home. Adding hardwood floors increases the value of a home because generally those in search of a new home are willing to pay more for a home with a kitchen or living room with hardwood flooring.
While some people do prefer residential carpet or tile for various reasons, hardwood floor is definitely appealing to homeowners, homebuyers, and even real estate agents. The best part about having hardwood floors is that even if a house isn’t going on the market anytime soon, they will still add enormous aesthetic appeal to a home, especially here in New Jersey and NYC.
Benefits of Hardwood Floors
Add Elegance to a Home
Hardwood flooring adds a degree of elegance and prestige to a home or kitchen, especially when paired nicely with granite countertops and the color of the cabinetry.
Easy to Clean
These floors are easy to clean, one of the favorite benefits of homeowners with small children. Spills and messes are also cleaned up easily on these durable floors, and it can be easier to walk upon than stone or tile.
Allow for Use of Area Rugs
Hardwood floors go marvelously with area rugs that contrast with the rustic color and feel of the hardwood floors and can be placed to add color. Many are unaware that area rugs actually help a hardwood floor by reducing the amount of sound that echoes around the room, as the rug will absorb some of the sound. Pairing an area rug with hardwood floors also
Are Expected in Certain Areas
In certain areas in New Jersey, Connecticut, and New York City hardwood floors are going to be expected because they are the norm for an area. This means that while having hardwood floors is going to be what a buyer is looking for, not having hardwood floors can decrease a home’s value. If the market-value is a concern or a factor, then upgraded a part of the house to hardwoods may be a necessity.
Whether installing hardwood floors adds value to a home can depend on the home’s location, other aspects of the home, and many other factors. However, installing beautiful new hardwood floors will definitely add appeal to any home, and increase the amount of people interested in it if it is on the market. Even if a house isn’t going on the market anytime soon, hardwood flooring adds appeal to a home that is going to last.
Lane Sales Inc. represents quality flooring manufacturers in New Jersey, Connecticut and New York City. For residential and commercial flooring needs get in contact with Lane Sales at (800) 731-3483!