Floor Dilemma

[Jen_13_13]

I could really use some advice from y'all.

My hubby and I have a difference of opinion when it comes to the floors in our home. We have a very neutral carpet color throughout and coordinating tile floors in the kitchen, entry, utility room and both baths. That was what we agreed we wanted and liked 4 years ago when we bought the house, but now he's saying he wants to rip out all the carpet and install hardwood floors (or that laminate-like stuff that snaps into itself). The thing is, I really prefer carpet because I walk around in socks most of the time and already risk sliding around on the tile as it is.

What do you think? Should we stick with carpet or should I give in and let him do wood?

[antkmom]

I have carpet in my family room and hardwood in the kitchen. I would go with your husbands idea, but then you can decorate it up with throw rugs or a nice braded rug for the middle of the room.

I think that if you plan on selling at all, hardwood will get you more on the value of your house.

[bubble]

I would gp with a change and get the hardwood or laminate flooring. You can then use lots of rugs in defined areas, and you can choose a multitude of designs and colours to suit the rest of your decor.

[manojjonam10]

I think you can go for a change. Since you had used the carpet type for four years I guess it is time for change.

[ZammaJannan]

Keep the carpet until the kids have ruined it. When it's time to replace it, then go with the wood.

ALSO maybe you can reach a compromise, he can have his wood floors, but he has to install underfloor heat to keep the tootsies nice and toasty.