Should I Replace Flooring Before Selling My Home?

Selling a home can raise a lot of questions, especially when it comes to what potential buyers will think of the condition and style of your home. Some simple renovations, like replacing your flooring, can put your home above market value. Potential home buyers are often drawn to the flooring when they’re viewing a home, which is why it is one area you should not overlook when preparing your home to go on the market. 

If your current floors are in great shape, there’s no need to spend time and money having them replaced. If you’re still unsure if you should replace your floors, here are a few things to consider:

• What condition are your floors in now? If you take a close look at your floors and see signs wear and tear, like scratches, scuffs, warping, stains, or other damage it may be time to replace them. 
• How old are your floors? Every flooring material has a lifespan, if your floors are nearing the end of their lifespan it may be time to consider replacing them. 
• What color and style are your current floors? If the design is outdated or they aren’t a neutral color, the floors might not be liked by potential buyers and you should consider replacing them.
•  What material are your current floors? If you have a lot of carpet in your home, or perhaps a lower-quality linoleum flooring material, you may want to consider replacing them so that your home is more appealing to modern buyers. 

What Type of Flooring do Home Buyers Look For?

New flooring can boost the potential listing amount for your home, so when looking to replace your flooring before putting your home on the market, you want to make sure you’re choosing the most appealing, cost-effective option. Flooring that is neutral in color, functional, easy to clean, and long lasting is best. Here are our recommendations on which flooring to choose that potential home buyers will love. 

Hardwood

Hardwood flooring not only has the classic look that home buyers love, but hardwood flooring is both durable and cost-effective. In fact, most home buyers would pay more for a home with hardwood floors. Hardwood floors are durable and come in a variety of colors that provide a classic and timeless look. Hardwood comes in a variety of styles, but dark hardwood flooring is especially popular from a design perspective. Hardwood flooring can also be refinished over time, allowing you to choose a new style and refreshing the overall look of your floors. Hardwood flooring is a great choice for bedrooms, living spaces, or other rooms with moderate foot traffic. Follow this link to learn more about the wide selection of hardwood flooring options we carry or to schedule your at home appointment today.

If your home already has hardwood flooring, you most likely don’t need to invest in new flooring before listing your home. If your current hardwood floors have some slight damage or show their age more than you would like, you should consider refinishing your hardwood floors. Refinishing your hardwood floors can correct scratches, dents, and even stripped wood, making them look like new. Follow this link to learn more about dustless sanding and refinishing hardwood floors in Nashville and the surrounding areas!

Luxury Vinyl

If you’re looking for a faster, more affordable option when re-flooring your home before selling it, luxury vinyl flooring is a great option. Luxury vinyl is created from synthetic materials and made to look like other flooring materials like hardwood and stone. Luxury vinyl is available in two option, plank and tile, with a wide variety of colors and styles. Luxury vinyl is easy to maintain and clean, it is even scratch and water resistant making it a great flooring option for areas with high traffic and areas prone to spills. Luxury vinyl is also one of the easiest flooring materials to install, helping to keep both the time and cost of re-flooring your home on the lower side. 

If you would like to learn more about luxury vinyl and the wide variety of options available, follow this link. You can also give us a call today to schedule your at home appointment with us, we’ll bring all of our luxury vinyl samples to your home making it easier for you to pick the best choice!

Country Flooring Direct is here to help you with all of your flooring needs. Give us a call today to get your in-home appointment scheduled!