New office carpets look bright, soft, and welcoming. Over time, however, heavy foot traffic will wear them down until visible damage can’t be ignored. Sometimes the problem becomes so severe you’ll have to replace the entire carpet. Extend the life of your office carpets by following the guide below. 

How to Prevent Office Carpet Wear & Tear

How Foot Traffic Causes Damage

Shoes and other abrasive materials rubbing and scraping against the carpet create micro-tears in the carpet fibers. These tears trap dirt, making the carpet look soiled and worn down over time. Cleaning doesn’t get to the root of the problem, so no matter how often you scrub, your carpet will quickly look dirty again.  

Heavily Trafficked Areas

Not all of your carpet gets the same foot traffic. Entryways, hallways, and intersecting pathways have the most visible patterns of wear. Communal areas such as lobbies and kitchens will also have heavier traffic and collect the most dirt.

Protecting Your Carpet

Even with perfect care, carpets don’t last forever, and most need to be replaced every 10 years or so. Still, there are steps you should take to prolong your carpet’s usefulness. For commercial offices, it’s best to choose and install a carpet with pile patterns that are traffic- and stain-resistant. It’s a lot easier to clean and much more durable than ordinary patterns when cared for properly. Have your office cleaning service vacuum regularly, and schedule routine professional cleaning services to keep your carpets in top shape. You can also put down protective mats in strategic areas to minimize wear. 

Whether it’s time to clean your office carpet or replace it, O’Connor’s Carpet Center will help. Family owned and operated for 46 years, this expert contractor provides the Bronx, NY with quality service at reasonable prices. Their carpet cleaning service will remove even the most stubborn stains. With a wide selection, they’ll find the perfect new carpet for you. If you’re interested in using another flooring material, they offer installation and maintenance of polished concrete, vinyl planks, and prefinished hardwood floors. Call (718) 409-2020 today for a detailed estimate or visit their website for more information.