Hardwood floors add a touch of warmth, sophistication, and charm to your business. However, this flooring needs to be well-maintained and free of scratches to remain attractive. Here’s more about how to preserve the appearance of your floors.

How to Maintain Your Hardwood Floors

1. Add Entryway Mats

Dirt and other debris tracked in by customers and employees can damage the floor. Everything from tiny pieces of sand to traces of dust can leave scratches in hardwood. Put mats at the entryway to encourage visitors and workers to wipe their feet before walking on the floors.

2. Clean Regularly

Dirt will accumulate quickly on a floor that sees heavy foot traffic from customers and employees. You need a regular and thorough cleaning routine to eliminate as much grime as possible. Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming, can reduce the risk of scratches.

3. Don’t Push or Drag Furniture

Pushing or dragging furniture across a hardwood floor can damage the surface. Chairs and sofas in waiting rooms, desks, cubicle separators, and filing cabinets all have corners that can leave permanent scrapes and cuts on hardwood. Take a moment to get two or more people to lift a piece of furniture and place it gently where it needs to be so that the flooring is protected.

4. Use Furniture Pads

Furniture placed on wooden surfaces can cause scratches or blemishes due to frequent use and pressure placed on their feet. With the weight of someone sitting on a chair or sofa, even minor movements can mar hardwood floors. Whether it’s chairs in a meeting room, filing cabinets in offices, or tables in break areas, you can avoid this problem by placing soft felt or cork pads on the feet to keep the furniture from directly contacting the hardwood.

When you’re looking for exceptional flooring installation, cleaning, and maintenance, contact O’Connor’s Carpet Center in the Bronx, NY. This family-owned and -operated flooring company can help with everything from hardwood floor and carpet installation to floor cleaning and window treatments. Call (718) 409-2020 to schedule an appointment, or visit them online to learn more about their services.