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Popular Flooring Choices That Could Hurt The Resale Value Of Your Home
By DANIELA KLEIN
Low-Quality Material
While you may be drawn to budget-friendly laminate and vinyl options, using these low-quality, easily damaged materials can decrease your home value by 0.6%.
If your heart is set on these materials, then make sure to pay attention to the price, patterns, and thickness of the planks you choose to mimic higher-quality flooring.
Poor Tile Choice
Since tile is expensive to remove, having outdated tile designs in your home can deter buyers. Plus, it may present a safety hazard to children and the elderly.
On the other hand, it’s a durable, practical material, so if you still want to use tile in your kitchen or bathroom, just make sure to pay attention to current trends and designs.
Carpet
Wall-to-wall carpets are unfavorable due to their difficult maintenance and ability to absorb dust and allergens. Replace them with luxury vinyl planks or hardwood instead.
For low-traffic areas, like bedrooms and playrooms, carpet is still a good option for its insulating, cozy, and noise-dampening qualities — especially if there are
small children.
Dated Wood Tones
Gray, yellow, and orange finishes make your space look outdated, which can put buyers off. Instead, opt for fresh, natural woods in light to medium depths.
Mix And Match
Although mixing materials in some areas, like the entrance to a bathroom, is inevitable, avoid it as much as possible for a cohesive look that will appeal to buyers.