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Wood flooring turns a house into a home. I would use a 3/4 T& G hard wood, like oak. Here is our floor after we tore up our carpet 5 years ago, it'll out last this home.
Laminated wood flooring looks great and we put it in all our new condos. When you say "laminate", I'm assuming you want a real wood engineered product, that is what we use. I agree with the reflective qualities of wood floors, especially to brighten smaller or more enclosed spaces. It cleans and polished very well with Murphy's Oil and hot water. Check out "BR111" product from Brazil. Now, that said, I pesonally do not like hardwood floors to live on, because I go barefoot in home, but the wood is beautiful and will most likely sell your home faster IMO.
Kevin,
Laminated flooring is popular in our area. I would suggest that you do a little research on the different grades of laminate flooring. As a stager, I find that the inexpensive flooring does not hold up to traffic, children or pets. Backing is also important. Generally, the moderate grade to better grade will have backing attached. This will cut down on the 'click clack' hollow sound as people walk over the flooring. Please remember to add a vapor barrier. Moisture may cause the laminate to swell or delaminate from the bottom side up. Proper installation will ensure a beautiful long lasting floor.
If your carpet is fairly new, you might want to save your money. You might actually lose money in doing this renovation. It finally depends on homes in your market and the layout of your home.
I was able to help a client replace the carpet in his entry with REAL prefinished hardwoods ONLY IN THE ENTRY HALL. This gave a good impression without overspending. His carpet was fairly new so we had it professionally cleaned and used his other budgets on other updating that actually needed changing.
If you want to give a "decorating budget" to a prospective buyer for "Pergo Floors" or whatever the BUYERS want to spend it on, that is another selling strategy. A $2,500 Buyer's Choice Allowance is often a true selling feature.
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Should I leave carpet in place or replace with a laminated wood flooring product?
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The laminated wood flooring products, I think, give a room a more open and brighter appearance. It's somewhat reflective and amplifies natural light. It's also easier to clean. You can easily dry mop it and hit any tough spots with a soapy cloth. Less involved than vacuuming and shampooing.
I'm prepping my house for eventual sale. What are home buyers clamoring for? Carpet? Laminated flooring?
Thanks,
Kevin
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