Flooring options for households with kids or pets need to be scratch, water, and stain resistant, so choose carefully.
Tile is a timeless option, especially if you have pets because it can withstand plenty of spills and wet mop cleanups. Not to mention it can also offer more traction than other flooring options.
Vinyl is both cost effective and waterproof and can replicate the look of hardwood flooring or other natural materials like stone or tile. Not to mention it’s incredibly scratch resistant.
Laminate is another great option because it already has a distressed look that will help hide scratches that naturally come with having an active pet or kids. Laminate is also a cheaper material, but not as stain resistant as tile and vinyl options.
Engineered hardwood is another option for homeowners who don’t want to sacrifice the look of real wood and it typically lasts longer. However, it’s not super spill or water resistant. If cleaned up quickly it can handle surface moisture.