One of the questions most commonly asked by those thinking of investing in wooden flooring is whether or not it will be difficult to care for- and the general answer to this question is ‘no’.
If you’ve had very little experience with wooden flooring before, and your familiarity lies with carpets, you can be forgiven for thinking that you might struggle to keep flooring clean and looking good. This couldn’t be further from the truth though, as by taking a few simple steps, wooden flooring can outlast the average carpet many times over.
Choosing flooring which can handle the amount of foot traffic in the room in which it’s being installed plays a significant part in keeping flooring in good condition. Investing in rugs and mats for areas which are more susceptible to damage can also be beneficial. Placing small felt pads under furniture will also help you to keep damage at bay.
When cleaning your wooden flooring, use only the products and equipment recommended to you by a professional, as using generic products off your local supermarket shelf could also result in damage- which could be very pricey to repair.
Looking after wooden flooring isn’t any more difficult than looking after carpets, and common sense and the right products will go a very long way.
