Tricks to care for parquet using floor protection roll

Parquet is one of the trends that never go out of style. An elegant alternative that brings a cozy look to any room and is one of the best wooden floors for your home. However, the passage of time, humidity and cleaning products can cause its appearance to deteriorate, causing it to lose much of its charm.

If yours looks worn and you want to take care of it so that it looks good again, as a Madrid comprehensive reform company, we will tell you the best tricks to repair parquet without stabbing. 

Using oil

Whether you have a parquet or flooring, wood loves oil and is an excellent way to care for your floor. Oak, pine, teak or cherry, all these materials are suitable for using oil and getting their shine back. And it is that it is not only suitable but also necessary so that the wood does not dry out. 

To do this, you must rub a clean cloth with a little oil on the damaged parquet every two or three months. The result is amazing. The most important thing is to control the amount of oil well since the wood absorbs it. If you go too far, remove the excess with a dry cotton cloth.

Use teak or pine oil. Start by cleaning the floor as you normally do, and make sure that there are no traces of dirt. Next, apply a little oil on a cloth and gently rub it on the floor.

With talcum powder

Applying talcum powder in areas where the parquet creaks or is raised is quite effective solution. This usually occurs due to changes in humidity because the boards change their size and do not fit well. Broadcast a little dust on the area and allow it to enter through the joints, then wipe it with a damp cloth. The creaks will disappear!

Use a humidifier

Did you know that for the parquet to be kept in perfect condition, you must maintain the space's humidity between 35% and 65%? And even the best types of parquet can be damaged if you do not take care of the humidity in the environment.

If the level is lower than this, it is advisable to use a humidifier since this allows constant humidity to be maintained and prevents the appearance of cracks in the floor. This is usually common if you put the heating in the home since having the windows closed raises the house's temperature and humidity problems.

On the contrary, for values ​​above this, for example, if you do not use heating, it is advisable to use a dehumidifier. However, this can also be detrimental to the parquet floor because it causes the wood to expand and become dislodged.

Using floor protection roll for wooden furniture

One of the best tips to protect a parquet from wear and tear is to protect it from scratches. And when it comes to scratches and scuffs, furniture is one of the main culprits, especially if it's heavy. But don't worry because an ideal and simple way to protect it is to use floor protection roll. 

The trick is to place the floor protection roll on the legs of the furniture, especially those that you usually move regularly, such as chairs or tables, and those that weigh the most. They are easy to install, and your floor will notice a lot since they will avoid most scratches. After using the floor protection roll your floor will be safe from scratches and dust.

Use suitable parquet care products.

Another of the most important tips for caring for your parquet floor is to use the right cleaning products. You have different alternatives, for example, natural products, such as apple cider vinegar, or specific cleaning products for wood. The key is to apply a small amount to a bucket of water and mop after the mop is wrung out well.

Now you know the best tricks to repair the parquet without stabbing to recover its appearance and shine. But remember that by not stabbing it, that is, by not sanding the floor, you will not be able to fix its damage 100% since the scratches, scratches and cracks will not disappear. 

If you want your floor to look new, at Britwrap, we help you achieve it. Ask us without obligation and request your budget. We will be happy to advise you!