( Located in the 42nd Street Station Mall )
Aging is a genuine thing that affects all of us. As we get older, our motor skills deteriorate, making us more vulnerable to stumbles and slips. We also have less energy for everyday duties like cleaning. The solution is to make adjustments.
Choosing the correct floor will assist seniors avoid all of these issues in their daily lives. The optimum flooring material should be soft enough to provide adequate support to bones and joints in the event of an accident. At the same time, the floor should be reasonably simple to maintain, as some senior people struggle with mobility issues.
Carpet
Carpet flooring may not be the best option for many elders. Carpet fibers gather dust particles, which are released every time someone steps on its surface. This can degrade the indoor air quality of the environment and cause health problems, particularly for seniors with respiratory ailments.
Maintaining carpet is not an easy task. Because of its structure, spills and stains can penetrate deeply into the linen. This can make upkeep challenging for elders, particularly those who have mobility issues. If not properly cleaned, carpet can become a breeding ground for bacteria and insects, causing sanitation issues.
Luxury Vinyl Flooring
LVP and LVT flooring is generally constructed of a stone plastic composite or a plastic vinyl composite, which provides core flexibility, as well as protection against spills. Additional felt or cork paddings underneath can increase the surface's cushioning.
Caring for a vinyl floor is as simple as it gets. As a resilient floor, it is nearly impervious to stains and water. Sweeping on a regular basis helps maintain the floor. This makes vinyl flooring a truly hassle-free option for senior citizens' flooring requirements.
The primary disadvantage of most luxury vinyl flooring is the influence on the environment. Vinyl is manufactured from a nonrenewable resource. The manufacturing process consumes gasoline and can release VOC’s.
Cork Floors
Cork floors are recognized for being soft underfoot, which is just what seniors require. What is less well known about cork is that it not only reduces the agony of tumbles and falls, but it also helps to reduce heat loss and outside noise.
Caring for a cork floor is quite simple, although most warranties on cork flooring top out at 25 years. To keep a cork floor clean, simply sweep or vacuum regularly.
Cork floors, like any other porous flooring material, have the disadvantage of being able to absorb liquids. To avoid this type of damage, you could reseal the cork floor yearly, but please check with the manufacturer beforehand to insure you’re not voiding a warranty. Alternatively, the Rejuvenation Floor & Design showroom has several of the latest releases of waterproof cork flooring options from Wicanders and Amorim.
We hope this helps you plan for yourself or your family members in the future. If you have questions, give us a call at (503) 989-8997 or visit our website today with Rejuvenation Floor & Design in Portland, Oregon.
Phone: (503) 989-8997
Flooring Showroom: 2000 NE 42nd Ave #B
( Located in the 42nd Street Station Mall )
Portland, Oregon 97213-1357
Mon - Fri: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
RGC - Residential General Contractor License: 189522
General Contractor License: REJUVCL901DW
Certified Lead-Based Paint Renovation (LBPR)
WA UBI License: 602997950
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