If you’ve got wood floors, you know that a scratch, gouge or dent can ruin the look and feel of your entire room. Whether your wood floors are brand new, or you have a well-used home with hardwood throughout, there are steps that can be taken to keep them looking their best.
Adding simple, inexpensive hardwood floor protectors can help keep your flooring looking great for as long as possible, saving you money in the long run. These floor protection products protect your wood from damage caused by furniture and other household items. They also protect surfaces from paint, dirt and dust.
Hardwood floor protectors are not only for wood floors, they can be used to protect tile, stone, vinyl and linoleum as well. They can even be used to protect surfaces during construction projects such as drywall installation, painting or renovations. They are a popular choice for painters, drywall installers, remodelers and homeowners.
The biggest problem with furniture legs that are not specifically designed for wood flooring is that they often cause scratches and scuffing when dragged across a hardwood floor. This is especially true for rolling office chairs that have thin wheels on the bottom that can rub against the hardwood flooring causing unsightly marks and scratches. Adding some simple DIY furniture feet pads can help to reduce the impact and prevent these unsightly marks.
One option is to simply use old quilts or blankets cut to the size of your furniture legs and place them under the feet. These DIY pads don’t last as long as store-bought alternatives but do a good job of protecting the wood flooring from damage by reducing the friction caused by the metal or wooden furniture legs.
Another option is to buy slip-on floor protectors that fit over the furniture legs like little caps. These protectors are more durable than self-adhesive pads and stay in place longer as they grip the floor. They are available in a variety of colors and patterns to match or hide the color of the furniture legs and can be easily cleaned.
Other types of hardwood floor protectors include a shock-absorbing product that can be placed under a table or other heavy furniture to protect the furniture and the floors from dents. These can be purchased at most hardware stores and are easy to install. There are also padded floor covers that can be used to protect the bottoms of furniture when it is not in use.
In addition to these protective products, there are many other ways that you can save your wood floors from scuffing and scratches, including using a rug under a desk or chair. These rugs are making a comeback in 2021 and can add an element of style to your space. Finally, a common but very effective way to protect wood floors is to cover them with a drop cloth or plastic sheet before you begin a renovation project. This will protect your wood floors from dust, scuffing and moisture damage, and you can roll it up and put it away when you’re finished.