Hardwood floors offer a number of benefits. They are both incredibly beautiful, and incredibly easy to clean. They are a great option for allergy sufferers as carpets can aggravate symptoms. Even homeowners without allergies can enjoy the seamless look of hardwood flooring. However, water can easily damage or warp these types of materials. So, is […]
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Hardwood floors offer a number of benefits. They are both incredibly beautiful, and incredibly easy to clean. They are a great option for allergy sufferers as carpets can aggravate symptoms. Even homeowners without allergies can enjoy the seamless look of hardwood flooring.
However, water can easily damage or warp these types of materials. So, is it a good idea to install hardwood floors in kitchens and bathrooms" Freshome asked several experts, including designers, realtors and water damage restoration experts to weigh in on this topic. Pros of hardwood floors

You can choose from a variety of hardwoods for your floors. Image: Breadmaker/Shutterstock

Dave Murphy, the training director of N-Hance Wood Refinishing, believes that hardwood floors make an excellent choice in the kitchen. ?Hardwood flooring is stylish and sustainable, comes in a variety of natural colors, and doesn?t absorb dust or debris, making it easy to clean and maintain,? he says. Murphy says it is also a good choice for the kitchen because you ra...