Holiday festivities are perfect occasions for families to get together, catch up, and create new memories. These gatherings, however, can be hard on your hardwood floors. The specialists at Carolina Wood Floors have over 25 years' experience providing exceptional flooring for clients throughout Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Below, they discuss three tips for protecting your hardwood floors during a family gathering.

How To Protect Your Hardwood Floors During A Holiday Dinner Party

1. Lay Down Area Rugs

Hardwood floors are susceptible to scuffs, nicks, and scrapes, especially when guests wear high-heeled shoes. Area rugs not only look beautiful, but they add a layer of protection to your hardwood. Before the party, throw down a few area rugs to cover high-traffic areas in the foyer and any other entrances. Hardwood floors are much easier to clean than carpeting, so it’s a good idea to leave your floors bare in the kitchen and beneath the dining room table to avoid stains.

2. Use Furniture Protectors

With a house full of loved ones, it's easy for furniture to slide around and get bumped out of the place. Unfortunately, this can be rough on your hardwood floors. Affix felt furniture protectors to the bottoms of chairs, sofas, and table legs; they make any inadvertent bumps harmless for your hardwood.

3. Use Bona® Cleaning Products

Before and after your family gathering, use Bona floor cleaning products to preserve the longevity of your floors. Bona has a full line of specially crafted products for hardwood; for more details on which products are best for your home, talk with a specialist at CWF. 

Call Carolina Wood Floors at (336) 765-0680 if you have any questions about caring for your hardwood floors or need refinishing services before the holidays. You can also follow CWF on Facebook and Twitter to learn more about hardwood floor maintenance and design.