Protecting Hardwoods from Furniture

Hardwood floors make a beautiful statement in any room. When they’re new or newly refinished, you may even be afraid to walk on them. Remember, hardwood floors are very durable, which is one reason why they increase your property value. As durable as they are, they can still be damaged from spills and heavy furniture. Use these tips to keep your hardwood floors protected and looking great for years to come:

Use Furniture Pads: Felt or cork pads can be placed on the legs of your furniture to cushion the weight on the floor, which prevents denting. Different pieces of furniture vary in weight, so a good rule of thumb is the heavier the furniture, the wider the pad should be.

Move Carefully: Be very cautious when moving furniture around a room. It is easy to scratch a floor by dragging furniture across it. Use a trolley, plywood, or felt pads when moving furniture to protect the floor. Never slide furniture; instead, pick it up and move it to its new location. If you hire a moving company, supervise them to ensure they’re treating your furniture and your floor with care.

Lay Area Rugs: Area rugs add padding between the furniture and your floor while also adding a nice aesthetic to the room. Use non-slip padding under the rugs, which you can find at your local hardware store.

Re-Coat: If you are taking the proper measures to clean and protect your hardwood floors, you should only need to recoat them every 7 to 10 years. Re-coating will add a solid layer to the floor, which adds even more protection against dents and scratches. Not only will re-coating make the floor look shiny and new, but it goes a long way in adding protection against the weight of heavy furniture, as well as saving you money from repairs in the future.

Now you can invest in those hardwood floors you may have been debating, or begin reinforcing protection for your existing floors. Visit Jarons Furniture Store to start shopping for affordable furniture today.