The downside to having a pet, is the sacrifice you have to make when it comes to furniture and decor choices, especially flooring. But what floors are best for our furry friends?
For durability and easy maintenance, a glazed ceramic tile floor is by far your best bet — especially in the kitchen. Glazed tile is impervious to water, won’t stain and is not easily damaged. Cat claws won’t damage it. Cleanup is with a broom or vacuum cleaner followed by a once-over with a damp mop.
If you drop something heavy, you may crack or break a tile or two, but repair is a relatively simple and inexpensive process.
The next best thing is Marmoleum. It’s tougher than vinyl and is highly resistant to heavy rolling loads and foot traffic. Exposure to air over time hardens it, increasing its durability. Water won’t damage it, and it is stain-resistant.
If you choose tile, go with a slip-resistant material. Most manufacturers use a rating system developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials, which measures slip resistance by the tile surface’s coefficient of friction (COF). The higher the COF, the more slip-resistant the tile. Look for R-11 or higher. Remember to seal the grout.
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