You’re expecting to add a new addition to the family and you’re getting everything prepared — diapers, baby toys, putting together the crib, etc. But don’t forget about preparing the baby’s room, and one of the most important decisions you can make is the type of flooring.
When selecting the flooring for you baby’s room, there’s a few things to keep in mind. Let’s go over them!
Safety First
Safety must be first and foremost for your child’s room. It’s not long before your little bundle of joy will be crawling and taking spills with every step in life. It’s crucial that a baby’s room allows the child to move freely without the ability to cause serious injury.
Children are MESSY!!!
I’m sure you didn’t need us to tell you that, but it’s nice to be reminded of what your children’s floor will have to endure. Infants and toddlers will be constantly putting your floors to the test, whether it be spilling food and drinks or playing with their toys. It’s important to have the right flooring so you’re constantly not having to replace it.
Allergies
Yes, allergies come into play when considering the correct flooring for your child’s room. Carpet is always a popular choice for children’s room, simply because it’s soft and giving when a baby takes a tumble. But if your baby has allergies, carpet may not be the right choice because it’s ability to collect dust and other allergenic components. Perhaps a hardwood floor or vinyl with a throw rug would be a good substitute.
In the End
It’s a tough choice to make because baby’s grow, change and live a majority of their infant and toddler days causing destruction on your floor. But making the correct choice can keep your baby safe, and that is what should be No. 1 on your priority list when deciding on the flooring choice in your baby’s room.