Tag: How can thinking about pram or wheelchair use influence flooring choices at home?

If you have or expect to have a pram, wheelchair, walker, or even heavy trolleys moving through the house, your flooring needs to handle wheels gracefully. Thick rugs, uneven transitions, high thresholds and very soft surfaces can make movement annoying or even unsafe. Smooth, firm flooring with gentle transitions between rooms is easier for wheels to roll on. Wider doorways and enough turning space in key areas also matter. Even the type of tile or plank pattern can affect how easily something rolls. Planning with wheels in mind doesn’t only help...