Vinyl flooring is a pet and child-friendly option

With so many flooring options available, it can be difficult to choose the best type when there are both pets and kids in the home.

Carpets are not ideal for dogs and cats as they can easily stain. However, they are good for kids' bedrooms as they create a snug and cosy atmosphere. Nylon carpets are the best choice as they are easy to clean.

Laminate flooring is not the best option for pets, as liquids can seep through cracks, but is a low-cost solution for children and is easy to keep clean. Hardwood and engineered flooring look great, but can suffer scratches from sharp pet claws.

Vinyl flooring is perhaps the best flooring for both kids and pets. Samantha Allen and Chauncey Crail, writing for Forbes Home, praise vinyl:

"Vinyl flooring is known for being resilient. This means that most vinyl flooring is water-resistant and very low maintenance, with long-lasting durability."

Vinyl flooring in North Wales is popular in busy households with pets and children. It copes with plenty of wear and tear in high traffic areas, and any liquid spills caused by pets or kids can easily be wiped up without damaging the floor surface. Specialist vinyl flooring that is 100% waterproof is ideal for bathrooms and other wet areas.

Vinyl flooring is softer than wood or laminate flooring and has insulating properties that help keep a room at a consistent temperature. For children's bedrooms, choose vinyl with acoustic qualities that prevent noise from being heard in the rooms below.