{"id":3799,"date":"2024-11-08T04:47:29","date_gmt":"2024-11-08T12:47:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=3799"},"modified":"2026-03-13T11:26:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T18:26:35","slug":"what-flooring-increases-home-value","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-flooring-increases-home-value\/","title":{"rendered":"What Kind of Flooring Increases Home Value?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Of all the fundamental features that can affect the home\u2019s value and perception, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/does-new-flooring-increase-home-value\/\">flooring<\/a> is often the most overlooked. If you\u2019re planning to sell your home and want to understand which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/what-upgrades-increase-home-value\/\">high-value remodeling projects<\/a> are worth your time, energy, and money, you need to take a hard look at your flooring. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But you&#8217;re probably curious: What flooring options increase home value?<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u201cBesides the basics like your roof and mechanical things, flooring is the next most important factor that influences how buyers feel about your home. It sets the tone and mood for the entire home,\u201d explains <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/agents\/joseph-singsheim-wi-76023-94\">Joseph Singsheim<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/milwaukee-wi\/top-real-estate-agents?Page=1\">top real estate agent in Milwaukee, Wisconsin<\/a>, who sells homes 43% quicker than the average agent in his area.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to flooring, there are many options to choose from. It\u2019s important to consider certain factors carefully to figure out which type of flooring is best for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"geo-cta widget-cta widget-cta--content     widget-cta--dark widget-cta--dark-blue-gradient\">\n    <div class=\"widget-element--content\">\n        <div class=\"widget-element--content-header\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"homelight logo\" class=\"widget-element--logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/ccprototypev5\/images\/logo-small-cta.png\" width=\"106\" height=\"25\" \/>\n        <\/div>\n        \n                <h3 class=\"cta-headline widget--bold\">Get a Home Value Estimate Before You Replace Flooring<\/h3>\n                        <p>It can be helpful to see what your home is worth before embarking on any renovations. HomeLight\u2019s free tool makes it easy to get a preliminary estimate of value within minutes.<\/p>\n        \n                <div class=\"widget-element--buttons\">\n            <a data-type=\"In Content CTA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/simple-home-value\/quiz?#\/qaas=0\/\" class=\"cta-click-track widget-element--button\">Get Estimate<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>We researched the top flooring reports and spoke to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/find-real-estate-agents\">expert real estate agents<\/a> to create this guide to help you make the most informed decisions about flooring. Here\u2019s exactly what to make of your home\u2019s floors, and what flooring investments are worth the effort.<\/p>\n<section class=\"building-block bb-type-default bb-agent-quote bg-none\" id=\"bb-1\"><div class=\"body block\"><div class=\"container-fluid\"><div class=\"block-content\">            <blockquote class=\"post-blockquote\">\n                <q>There\u2019s been quite a big change in the last few years. Twenty years ago carpet was in, and then the hardwoods started coming back. But now we\u2019re trending toward the luxury vinyl tile and laminate type of flooring.<\/q>\n                                    <div class=\"contributors\">\n                        <ul class=\"list\">\n                            <li>\n                                <div class=\"inner\">\n                                    <div class=\"opener\">\n                                        <div class=\"avatar\">\n                                                                                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.homelight.com\/uploads\/agent\/picture\/3343336\/3eb71f3c-ee2d-49f0-b723-55e231e5cd76.png?width=121\" alt=\"Joseph Singsheim\">\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"info\">\n                                            <strong>Joseph Singsheim<\/strong>\n                                            <span>Real Estate Agent<\/span>\n    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                                                                       <li>\n                                                                <span>Transactions<\/span>\n                                                                <strong>184<\/strong>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <span>Average Price Point<\/span>\n                                                                <strong>$243k<\/strong>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                                    <li>\n                                                                <span>Single Family Homes<\/span>\n                                                                <strong>149<\/strong>\n                                                            <\/li>\n                                                                                                            <\/ul>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/li>\n                        <\/ul>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/blockquote>\n        <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<h2><div id=\"section--1\" data-toc-header=\"Which types of flooring do buyers look for?\" data-toc-type=\"head\"><\/div>Which types of flooring do buyers look for?<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s no surprise \u2014 hardwood flooring has long been the top choice for buyers and agents alike, and remains so in today\u2019s market. The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Industry Outlook survey shows that about half of wood flooring contractors <a href=\"https:\/\/hardwoodfloorsmag.com\/2024\/10\/16\/industry-outlook-2025-balancing-uncertainty-with-optimism\/\">expect sales to increase in 2025<\/a>. Interestingly, 66% expect a stronger demand for cleaner, more natural wood colors. White oak, in particular, has been the most popular in the last few years.<\/p>\n<p>According to the National Association of Realtors\u00ae report, refinishing hardwood floors <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nar.realtor\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/2022-remodeling-impact-04-06-2022.pdf\">yielded 147% cost recovery<\/a>, and installing new wood floors yielded 118% cost recovery in terms of the increased resale value as compared to the cost of the project.<\/p>\n<p>Hardwoods are a solid flooring choice, with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hgtv.com\/how-to\/home-improvement\/your-guide-to-the-different-types-of-wood-flooring\">few styles<\/a> making it to the top of everyone\u2019s list. But you can still make a great sale on your home even if it isn\u2019t fully decked out in the trendiest materials.<\/p>\n<p>You can choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/does-new-flooring-increase-home-value\/\">budget-friendly options<\/a>, which provide a fantastic aesthetic and durable functionality. According to Singsheim, \u201cThere\u2019s been quite a big change in the last few years. Twenty years ago carpet was in, and then the hardwoods started coming back. But now we\u2019re trending toward the luxury vinyl tile and laminate type of flooring.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for ways to increase your home value before you sell? Updating your flooring could be a great option if done right. 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