With their steep, upfront costs and their inability to retain heat, the majority of homeowners tend to be put off of installing timber floorboards into their home. Reclaimed timber floorboards, however, can be purchased for a fraction of new flooring options and offer more benefits to your home than you may think. In their latest blog post, Cawarden Brick & Tile Co. explain why you should ditch your carpet for reclaimed timber floorboards.
Longevity
If cared for and protected properly, reclaimed timber floorboards will outlive any other flooring option. Due to their resistance to stains and markings, once you introduce wooden floorboards to your home you will not need to replace them for at least a couple of decades, whereas carpets will need to be replaced between every 5-7 years. Even if your quote for reclaimed timber floorboards initially exceeds the cost of adding carpet to your home, the likelihood is that you will save yourself money in the long run by opting for a wooden flooring option.
Maintenance
To ensure your reclaimed timber floorboards reach their life expectancy, you will need to maintain and care for your floor every now and then. Luckily, the process of cleaning wooden floorboards is much more straightforward than cleaning carpet and other flooring options alike. A simple sweep or vacuum will rid your floorboards of any dirt, and, as mentioned previously, they are much more resistant to stains and markings than carpet. You can prolong the life of your reclaimed timber floorboards, too, with the help of our wood floor care products.
Aesthetic
Wooden floorboards were once the sign of wealth, and although this may not be as applicable today, a wooden floor still offers a traditional sense of class and style to any home. The understated simplicity of a wooden floor makes any home warm and inviting, and the natural appearance of reclaimed timber floorboards helps you achieve this aesthetic at an affordable price.
If you are looking to introduce reclaimed timber floorboards into your home, contact Cawarden Brick & Tile Co. today to enquire about all of our materials. Call us today on 01889 574066 or leave us a message via our online contact form.