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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, declut ...