Top Pet-Friendly Flooring Options
Pets bring joy to a home, but they can be tough on floors. Scratches, accidents and shedding mean you need flooring that’s durable, easy to clean and comfortable for your furry family. Whether you have dogs, cats or both, here are the best choices.
1. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP): The Best All-Around Choice
LVP is the top choice for most pet owners because it’s:
- Water-resistant to waterproof (depending on the product), so accidents and water bowls are less of a worry.
- Scratch-resistant, thanks to a tough wear layer that stands up to claws.
- Quieter underfoot, softening the sound of clicking nails.
Best for: homes with active pets, large dogs and high-traffic areas.
2. Laminate: Excellent Scratch Resistance
Laminate has one of the hardest wear layers of any floor, which makes it great with dogs. It’s:
- Highly scratch-resistant, even against bigger dogs.
- Affordable, with realistic wood looks.
- Water-resistant in many newer products. Just wipe up accidents promptly.
Best for: living rooms, bedrooms and hallways in pet-friendly homes.
3. Tile: Ultimate Durability
Tile is another excellent choice for pet owners because it’s:
- Waterproof, ideal for accidents and spills.
- Extremely durable, resisting scratches and stains.
- Cool underfoot, which many pets appreciate in summer.
Best for: kitchens, bathrooms, mudrooms and entryways.
4. Engineered Hardwood: The Real-Wood Compromise
If you love real wood but need better durability, engineered hardwood is a good compromise. It’s:
- More stable with moisture and temperature changes than solid hardwood.
- Tougher against scratches, especially with a quality finish.
- Beautiful, adding warmth and value to your home.
Expect some surface scratches over time with active dogs. That’s part of real wood’s character.
Best for: homeowners who want real wood with improved pet resistance.
Find the Right Pet-Friendly Floor
We’ll bring LVP, laminate, tile and hardwood samples to your home during a free consultation, so you can see and feel which pet-friendly floor fits your household.