Skip to main content

4 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Wood Floors

Fall is a good time to find some brand new wood flooring installed. Partner using Fitzrovia Floor Sanding for your professional hardwood flooring renovation! Below are a few tips for how to make the most of your hardwood flooring.
 
Choosing the Wood

When you want the best wood flooring, you first must think of the type wood you want. Some are lighter than many others, and while some are natural, others are engineered to achieve the durability you're searching for. Wood flooring that are not hard enough are far more likely to be damaged by dust, dirt, and moisture.

Adding Sealant

1 method to protect your investment in hardwood floors is to add the right sealant. Sealing your wood floors is the most efficient method for keeping them protected from damage because of the climate you live in. And even though autumn is in full swing and winter is on the way, parts of Maryland can still be quite humid.

Handling Humidity

Humidity is the natural enemy of your hardwood flooring. It does not matter which kind of wood you use. Although you want to lessen the amount of humidity in your home to prevent moisture damage, you also can't risk making your house too dry. If that occurs, your lovely wood floors could start to peel and crack.

Fixing the Floor

Guarding your wood floor means doing more than just keeping dust and crumbs from it. Your pets
may also ruin your flooring if you are not paying attention. You can choose a finish for your flooring that will help conceal any signs of damage caused by your pets.

Hardwood Flooring Renovation and Maintenance from Fitzrovia Floor Sanding

At Fitzrovia Floor Sanding our commitment to quality installation is apparent in all we do, which is precisely why our clients consistently rate us as one of the top contractors in the area. If you are ready to talk with someone concerning your hardwood floors project, we want to hear from you! Contact us at

Keep us up on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and YouTube and check our website for more news and information!

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

How it works: We can give you a estimate over the phone or via email if you have the dimensions, as We work on a rate per sq meter or sq yard the estimate will allow for minor repairs,sanding and finishing with three coats of varnish. If the price quoted seems reasonable, We will then visit your home to look at the floor and discuss your thoughts, concerns and ideas for the project. We will then send you a written estimate or email you an estimate for the work. If you would like to go ahead We will give you a date on which We will hope to start your room. We do not charge for my estimates or advice. If you have a floor in need of some care and attention, please contact us for a no-obligation quote.

3 Tips for Healthy Hardwood Floors This Summer

You're not the only one influenced by the humidity and heat of central Indiana summers. Your hardwood flooring feel it, too! As a pure substance, wood is affected by the atmosphere and moisture around it. As the humidity levels in the atmosphere grow, hardwood flooring can be vulnerable to cupping, which is when the planks absorb water and swell, bumping against other planks and bending. At Floor Sanding Fitzrovia , we take extra precautions when installing hardwood flooring to reduce cupping. 1. Use minimal water . It is always best practice to utilize a minimum quantity of water when mopping hardwood floors. But in the summertime, it is even more important to do so. When humidity levels are high, water takes longer to evaporate. Becuase it sits to the timber longer than it may in the wintertime, additional water may absorb into the wood. Over time, the wood may warp. 2. Use a dehumidifier. With a dehumidifier, particularly a whole-home dehumidifier, you have more control over th...

How to Add A Lacquer Finish To Your Wood Floor

Most of the flooring we stock here at luxury flooring and furnishings comes pre-finished with either an oil or lacquered finish. However for whatever reason you would need to re-lacquer your oak hardwood flooring , make it wear and tear or looking for a fresh look -- we've got this wonderful guide to floor lacquering for you. Why is it important to keep your floor lacquered? The floor is easily the most hard-wearing feature in almost any room layout, with heavy traffic in and day out dependant around the room. That is particularity true in the living room by way of instance, where moist shoes, everyday clumsiness and pets all have an impact on the state of your flooring. This is why using a nicely lacquered floor is so important, as it functions as a sealant which protects the natural finish of your wood floor from everyday wear and tear. This very clear conclusion also enhances the natural charm and character your hardwood flooring can sometimes remain hidden away. Al...