What I’ve heard (fairly recently) is do not skimp on anything that goes between you and the ground: bed, shoes, office chair. I’d add carpet to that because my feet hurt standing on hardwood/vinyl/thin carpet and I often have to wear shoes indoors.
Hardwood is great, but you need to plan where you’re hanging around. Area rugs are useful, and for dishes or cooking a good spongy mat is useful and looks nice
What I’ve heard (fairly recently) is do not skimp on anything that goes between you and the ground: bed, shoes, office chair. I’d add carpet to that because my feet hurt standing on hardwood/vinyl/thin carpet and I often have to wear shoes indoors.
…and tyres. Good advice.
Hardwood is great, but you need to plan where you’re hanging around. Area rugs are useful, and for dishes or cooking a good spongy mat is useful and looks nice