Floor covering preference....carpet or hardwood? (See Details)

Floor covering preference....carpet or hardwood? (See Details)
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answer:I am female, sans spouse, and I will not live in a home that has wall to wall carpet. It’s a terrific place for dust, mold, and all kinds of uncleanupable things to hide. Hardwood floors, always. I like a small, washable rug by the bed and one by the tub. Not otherwise a rug fan.
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