Blog Archive | February 2011

Think before you invest in new carpets

When the carpets in your home are starting to look a little worse for wear, your first reaction could be to head off to the carpet shop with the intention of finding new replacements. However, before you make this move, you should stop and think about whether carpets really are the best choice for your home.

Carpets may have been an integral part of many a home for a long time, although this was generally because there were few other options. Nowadays though, there are plenty of options- with one of the best being hardwood flooring.

The condition of carpets in frequently used rooms and in busy areas of the home can deteriorate very quickly, and it can be very difficult to prevent these carpets from sustaining marks. On the other hand though, quality hardwood flooring is far more resistant to staining.

Other than vacuuming on a regular basis, it can be very difficult to keep the carpets in your home clean by yourself, and regular professional assistance is often required. Again, this isn’t the case with hardwood flooring.

So, before you start to think about investing in yet more carpets, take a look at hardwood flooring- your mind will change very quickly.

Floor sanding- providing you with beautiful floors for a long time

Wooden flooring is becoming increasingly popular with each passing day, and the fact that this flooring makes for such a long lasting investment is undoubtedly one of the main reasons why so many don’t hesitate to install this type of flooring in their property.

After your wooden flooring has been installed, the professional who installed it will make you aware of the proper cleaning and maintenance which is required to keep it looking newer for longer. These cleaning and maintenance procedures needn’t take up a great deal of your time, although in time you should think about having your floors sanded to restore them a little.

Even with a great deal of care and attention, over the years small marks and scratches are almost certain to appear on wooden flooring, although floor sanding can eliminate these.

The floor sanding procedure involves removing the surface of your wooden flooring and replacing it with a new one- and the end results could leave floors looking as good as new.

Although some DIY enthusiasts do try and attempt to carry out the floor sanding procedure themselves, it is always best to let a professional do the job, as this will produce the best results and eliminate the risk of flooring sustaining damage.

Wooden flooring- ideal for homes of all styles

So, you’re thinking of making some changes to the look of your home, and getting rid of your old carpets is high on your list of priorities, but what should you replace these carpets with?

If like most homeowners your primary concerns are making your home look more attractive in a cost-effective and long-lasting manner, wooden flooring could be the perfect choice for you.

A large proportion of modern homes are adorned with wooden flooring as opposed to carpets, and one of the best things about this flooring is that it can look amazing in homes of all styles.

Whether your property is decorated in a classic or a contemporary manner, wooden flooring is guaranteed to look fantastic, and as you have several different styles to choose from- including oak, maple, walnut, cherry and Ash- you can not only choose flooring which completely complements the

look of your home, but which is also perfect as far as functionality is concerned.

When you’re looking to invest in hardwood flooring though, you need to make sure that it is professionally installed, as this will ensure that it is installed to the highest standard possible.

Just wood hardwood flooring specialists should be your first port of call, for your stunning new wooden floor, call or email now for a quote and look at the fantastic range we can offer you.

Preventing your wooden flooring from deteriorating

Wooden flooring has been popular for a long time, and its ability to provide natural beauty and style to any room in which it is installed is one of the main reasons why it is the first choice for many a homeowner.

However, once you have had this flooring installed in your home, you can’t afford to simply forget about it and fail to make the effort to maintain it on a regular basis, and it requires regular cleaning and maintenance to keep it in peak condition.

There are numerous preventative measures which should be taken to keep your wooden flooring looking as good as possible for as long as possible; here are a few of the most effective...

- Clean up any water and liquid spills immediately, as allowing them to soak in could cause permanent damage to your wooden floor

- Use only products recommended by a flooring professional such as Justwood floors

- Invest in rugs and place at areas such as sinks and areas which are subject to high traffic

- Fit felt pads or castor cups on all furniture

- Use a good quality barrier matt at all external entrances

- Remove footwear (especially high heeled stiletto styles) before walking on wooden flooring

Follow these simple steps and you can prevent premature deterioration of your wooden flooring and keep it looking beautiful for as long as possible.

Wooden flooring- maintenance and things to avoid

After wooden flooring has been installed in your home, a good professional such as Justwood flooring, will outline the do’s and don’ts of looking after your new flooring- and if you want to keep flooring in pristine condition for as long as possible, you can’t afford to overlook these pointers.

You wouldn’t dream of failing to vacuum the carpets in your home on a regular basis, and similarly you need to make sure that flooring is cleaned regularly- especially in busy areas and rooms, though not as often as carpets!

When sweeping wooden flooring, you need to ensure that you use a brush with soft bristles, as harsh bristles could cause unsightly scratches. When mopping, it’s essential that the mop is damp rather than completely wet, as saturating the flooring could cause damage and expansion of the hardwood flooring.

Any drink or liquid spills need to be cleaned up as quickly as possible, as in addition to possibly causing permanent staining, leaving liquid to soak in could eventually lead to buckling of the flooring.

It is a good idea to place mats or rugs in areas where damage could be difficult to avoid- such as at entrance doorways, around dining areas, kitchen sink areas etc, these will go along way in keeping wooden flooring in peak condition.

Bear these things in mind, and your flooring will look fantastic for years and decades- to come.

How wooden flooring can benefit you

An increasing number of people are choosing wooden flooring for their homes, and you don’t need to think too hard to see why.

Good quality carpets may look attractive, although keeping them this way can feel like a full time job in itself- and the last thing which any homeowner wants is to spend their free time slaving away cleaning and vacuuming.

This is where swapping carpets for wooden flooring is so beneficial, as cleaning and maintaining it only needs to take a few minutes out of your time.

Wood flooring is also fantastic for allergy sufferers, as it can not harbour dust and the associated dust mites, also if you have very young children crawling on the floors, they are not crawling on hidden dangers associated with some other floor coverings.

Wooden flooring is also highly beneficial when it comes to ensuring that decor doesn’t look dated, as this type of flooring offers classic beauty which is never going to look old fashioned.

With cost-effectiveness a concern for the modern homeowner, wooden flooring is perfect for those looking for a good long term investment, as solid hardwood will last a lifetime, and even when the years do start to take their toll the look of flooring can be restored with refinishing.

These are just some of the unbeatable benefits of wooden flooring, so why not contact a professional and start to enjoy these benefits for yourself?

New hardwood flooring can completely transform a room

Transforming the look of a room can cost a pretty penny when you choose to try and achieve this through investing in completely new furniture, wall coverings and window coverings etc, although one very cost effective and very long lasting method of transforming a room in just one simple step is changing your flooring to wooden flooring.

If you’ve had the same carpet for as long as you care to remember, it’s likely to be looking well past its sell by date, and this is likely to be having a very negative impact of the look of the room.

By pulling up your carpets, taking them to the tip and getting the professionals in to install hardwood flooring though, you can transform a room beyond recognition.

In addition to transforming the look of a room, hardwood flooring can also transform its ambience, so if you have been suffering with a room which feels dull and lifeless, hardwood flooring can put an end to this by adding homely comfort and beauty.

Hardwood flooring comes in a wide variety of light and dark shades too- which gives you further control over the ambience which you can create.

Call just wood hard wood flooring specialists for a free quote on 01243 827888 or email info@justwood.co.uk