Carpet or wood laminate?
We are getting ready to do some remodeling on our 35 year old house. It still has the original vinyl and carpet. (ugh!) I want to put tile or slate in the kitchen and laundry, but the living/dining area has me stumped. Also hallway and stairs.
We have a dog. We have grandkids. I have rheumatoid arthritis, in my feet. Sometimes I can hardly walk barefoot. We live beside a gravel road, and a mile from a sand mine, so there is lots of dust and grit coming in the house.
What are your thoughts on carpet vs wood laminate? Cleanliness vs comfort? Allergens vs dust? Grit scarring floor vs destroying carpeting? I'm not worried so much about resale value. It's for our comfort.
I am pretty sure we will be getting a Roomba, so that is something to consider, or not worry about.
I love the look of wood flooring, but love the comfort of carpet. ??