Want your wood floors to last? There are lots of mistakes that homeowners commonly make when it comes to their flooring that can make drastically shorten the lifespan and hinder the appearance. Stay away from the flooring sins below to keep your floors in tip-top shape.
Forgetting To Check Moisture Levels Prior To Installation
Even before your flooring company comes to install your new floors, it’s vital to regulate the humidity levels inside your home. Recommended levels range between 30 and 50 percent RH with an interior temperature between 60 and 80 degrees.
No Doormats Or Furniture Protectors
Don’t allow your family or your guests to walk across your floors without at least wiping their feet on the mat. It’s a good idea to place doormats at all doorways as a reminder to either take your shoes off, or give them a good wipe before entering the room.
Neglecting to stick felt pads or other furniture protectors to the bottom of your couches and chairs is another common mistake. The result? Scratches all over the floor.
Allowing Too Much Sunlight In
Not using a room that receives lots of sunlight? Keep the blinds or curtains drawn to prevent your floors from fading.
Using Harsh Cleaning Products And Tools
Spill something on the floor? Have dirt and dust that built up over the last few months? It’s common for homeowners to attack the floors with harsh chemicals and abrasive tools for a quick cleaning solution - but this is a major problem. Remember that wood floors and water don't mix and ammonia-based products can damage the surface.
Have additional questions about how to properly maintain your hardwood floors? The friendly flooring experts at Hall Flooring are waiting to hear from you! Give us a call today to learn more.
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