FLOORING PLUS ROCHESTER
Cooler days are coming, which means there will be rain, snow, mud, and falling leaves. What precisely does all of this mean for your floors as we start to spend more time indoors? We are here to explain what to anticipate and how to get your floors ready for the changing of the seasons.
Carpet.
As we spend more time indoors and less time outdoors, carpet is increasingly prone to mishaps. More mud, hair, crumbs, trash, and spills end up embedded in the carpet fibers as a result. Spills draw dirt, so it’s crucial to vacuum more frequently and do spot cleaning to prevent debris from becoming deeply buried and wreaking even more havoc on your carpet.
Additionally, you need to exercise caution around muddy, damp shoes and paw prints. If you’re not careful, it’ll leave behind tenacious stains. If you don’t currently have a shoe-free home policy, it would be a good idea to do so during the cooler, rainier months. Additionally, we advise laying rugs at each door so that visitors and family members can fully wash off their shoes.
Hardwood.
Particularly in Western NY, where the climate is unpredictable and we experience all four seasons, hardwood requires extra care and maintenance. This is because two of hardwoods’ deadliest enemies are temperature variations and moisture.
Your hardwood floors’ natural expansion and contraction are influenced by the humidity and weather. In the cooler months, you could notice that your floor is contracting and that there are gaps appearing between the boards. Don’t freak out! That is typical. The ideal temperature range is between 60 and 70 degrees, so maintaining that range will help you avoid shrinkage and gaping. In order to prevent your home’s moisture and humidity levels from falling too low or rising too high, we also advise utilizing a hygrometer.
Laminate & Luxury Vinyl.
Luxury vinyl and laminate are the most straightforward to clean and care for because they are made to withstand anything that is thrown at them. Both LV and laminate floors are highly resistant to dents, scratches, and other damage, and they are available in water resistant or waterproof versions.
Here are some maintenance suggestions for the fall and winter to keep your flooring looking brand-new for years to come:
- Naturally, there will be more muck and debris tracked inside, necessitating more frequent sweeping and vacuuming.
- Put rugs at all the entrances and strictly enforce the “no shoes” rule.
- Just be careful to inspect your shoes for rocks because they will scrape and leave marks if you decide not to follow that rule.
We welcome you to contact us to discuss your flooring options.
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