There are many floor types out there that would look beautiful in your home - unfortunately, only a few may be suitable for your pet. Choosing a floor surface that can withstand your pets' wear and tear may just save you from irksome floor repairs. Things to take into account when choosing a floor surface include pets' nails, weight and habits.

The best flooring for pets' nails is linoleum, tile and a wide range of stone floor types. Ceramic and porcelain tile floors are popular pet surfaces as they are very hard, water resistant and easy to maintain. With a ceramic or porcelain tile floor, you won't have to worry about floor damage on account of a spilled water bowl or other pet-related accident.

Linoleum flooring is a good surface for most pets as they are relatively affordable, hypoallergenic (meaning they resist common household allergens) and are very easy to keep up. Routine sweeping and occasional mopping should be enough to keep linoleum floors looking as good as new.

Hardwood and bamboo floors are not the best fit for most pets as they can incur scratches and dings more easily than other floor types. If you like the look of wood, consider high-pressure laminate flooring (HPL). HPL is very strong and can handle high levels of foot traffic without damaging. If you have large dogs (e.g. Rottweiler) who love to romp around the house, a commercially designed floor may be the best fit.

When it comes to looking for the best flooring for pets, make sure you do your research. You can find all of the information you need in FindAnyFloor.com's Pet-Friendly flooring section.