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Seasonal Maintenance: How to Prepare Your Floors for Winter

The winter season brings with it a plethora of wonderful things. Glittering lights, holiday music, great food, and the company of loved ones are just a few things that come to our mind. Of course, it also brings its own set of challenges. Cold, wet, snowy weather and salt mixes crusting our shoes can wreak havoc on our floors. Learning how to prepare floors for winter is a great way to avoid some challenges.

Fresh layer of epoxy for floors, making the home's hardwood floors shine at the entryway at Window Accents & Flooring near Princeton New Jersey (NJ)

Our team at Window Accents & Flooring is here to help and has compiled a list of helpful tasks you can do to ensure your floors stay protected this winter season.

Add Winter-Friendly Doormats and Rugs

As mentioned, natural debris from the winter season, like dirt, water, snow, and salt, can damage your floors. To protect hardwood floors in winter, we suggest strategically placing absorbent doormats at every entrance—specifically, mats with heavy-duty fibers that effectively trap debris and moisture.

Additionally, try layering rugs in high-traffic areas, like hallways and entryways, for even more protection. These rugs help protect your flooring while bringing a cozy, seasonal touch to your space.

Clean Floors Regularly to Prevent Damage

Of course, trace amounts of dirt, salt, and moisture can build up quickly during winter, regardless of whether you have a mat. Regular sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming are essential to prevent damage, especially on hardwood floors.

A monthly deep clean using products designed for your specific flooring type can help your floors remain shiny and damage-free throughout the season.

Wipe Up Water Spills Immediately

Excess water is one of the biggest threats to flooring, especially hardwood flooring, which can warp or stain if left wet for too long. We encourage you to remind family members and guests to remove wet shoes at the door and wipe up spills immediately when they happen.

Keeping a soft towel or mop handy near entrances can make this task quick and easy. Be sure to replace or wash the towel when it becomes too wet and dirty.

Use Floor-Friendly Furniture Pads

The holiday season often sees an uptick in hosting, which brings an uptick in moving furniture, which brings an uptick in—you guessed it—scratches. Adding felt or rubber pads to the legs of chairs, tables, and other furniture allows you to move these pieces easily while preventing permanent scratches.

Alternatively, you can ask your loved ones for help moving the furniture. Having assistance makes it less likely you’ll drag anything across the floor and set the items down gently, which helps preserve your flooring.

Consider Epoxy for Floors in Vulnerable Areas

Certain rooms we use more than others. For example, basements, garages, or utility rooms often see sloughed-off boots and coats covered in snow and salt. While these rooms tend to be more durable than others, they can still become damaged.

Epoxy coatings can help provide a durable, water-resistant surface that performs well against high traffic or exposure to the elements.

Shop Premium Flooring Near Princeton, New Jersey, This Holiday Season

When winter weather arrives, it’s easy to worry about the state of your floors come spring. However, by taking these steps, you can protect your flooring and make your home a cozy, inviting place for the season.

To learn more about how to prepare floors for winter or explore our premier flooring collection, request a consultation online or call (609) 924-0029. Window Accents & Flooring is located in Princeton, New Jersey, and proudly serves all of Central New Jersey, including Princeton, Somerset County, Mercer County, Hunterdon County, Morris County, and Middlesex County.

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