The floor is your child's canvas, make it as exciting as possible with creative flooring options.
Your child probably spends most of their time sitting on the floor dreaming up pretend worlds, playing games, putting together puzzles and even doing schoolwork. Transform the floor into something that inspires little minds or supports their already imaginative play.
A child’s room has different flooring needs than other rooms in your home. These floors take more abuse and are used more frequently. Functional flooring should suit your child’s needs.
Playrooms need to have durable and easy care floors. A non-carpeting option is usually best here because it resists stains, cleans easily, is waterproof and allows free movement of toys with wheels. If you’d still like the protection of a soft, carpeted floor take a look at Tarkett’s Fiberfloors. These low nap carpets are designed for play and are easy to maintain and water resistant.
If recarpeting or retiling isn’t something you’ve budgeted for, consider area rugs or foam tiles. Both of these options are less expensive than replacing existing floors, they cover unsightly stains and the latest products have fun designs and scenes that are very stimulating for little ones.
Bedrooms should have a softness that isn’t found in most playrooms. They should be a place of quiet play; that is, if you have a playroom. If your child’s bedroom doubles as a playroom then it’s going to need to have some play options. Add throw rugs to wood or tiled floors, and carpeted rooms should get a nice large solid surface for play.
Make sure all carpeted areas wear well. You’ll want to find a low pile, dense weave product that hides dirt well. Non-carpeted areas need to function as a play area, meaning there is enough space for your child to spread out, whether he or she is racing dump trucks or practicing ballet.
If your child is lucky enough to have her own room you should tailor the floor to fit the child. Rough and tumble kids need softer surfaces. SoftCarpet floor mats interlock much like puzzle pieces and provide a soft durable base with brightly colored carpet tops.
More serene children may appreciate some “finer” accessories. Girls who love the princess theme would cherish an elaborate adult area rug that looks stately. Hardwood floors can also add class to a child or teen’s bedroom but make sure you have the floor coated with a waterproof seal.
Whether you’ve got a large budget or a very tight one, remember that a kid's floor will take tons of abuse and the floor they have at age two is probably not something you’ll want to keep through their high school years. Keep this in mind and decorate for the moment.
