#72 - Best Flooring Options for Seniors to Reduce Fall Risk

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We make the case that falls often start with the floor and show how better surfaces cut risk without making a home feel clinical. From carpet and LVP to cork, rubber, and safer hardwood finishes, we share the best picks and the simple fixes that matter now.

• why flooring choices drive fall risk
• low pile carpet and carpet tiles for traction
• LVP with matte, textured finishes to reduce glare and slips
• cork’s cushioning benefits and sealing requirements
• rubber flooring for high-risk utility areas
• making hardwood safer with matte finishes and no wax
• surfaces to avoid such as glossy laminate, loose rugs, and tile in living areas
• quick wins including non-slip pads, taped edges, better lighting, decluttering, and color contrast

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