Hardwood flooring adds elegance to your home and lasts for many years. Unfortunately, the finish can sustain scratches, scuffs, and dents, particularly from furniture. Follow these tips to keep your floors shiny, beautiful, and unmarked.

How to Prevent Furniture From Scratching Your Flooring

1. Lift, Don’t Push

Most damage occurs when people move furniture by pushing or dragging it across the floor. Stay safe by always lifting objects when you need to move them. Dropping the furniture could also cause damage to the finish, so ask someone to help you lift larger, heavier items. 

2. Choose Products With Wheels

Chairs and serving carts also come with wheels, so you don’t have to lift them when you need to move them. Some can leave marks, so choose options with rubber or ball wheels. Regularly clean these parts to prevent scratches caused by dirt or debris. 

3. Check the Feet

Before placing a new piece of furniture in your house, make sure the feet aren’t worn or rough, as these may scuff the floor. Lightly smooth any rough edges with sandpaper sheets to keep your hardwood flooring scuff-free. 

4. Buy Rugs

Place area rugs beneath couches and chairs to provide extra layers of protection. Stylish rugs also complement the flooring, enhancing the beauty of your home. For even more safety, add rug pad under the surfaces to ensure they don’t shift around.

5. Use Protective Pads

Many people invest in these to cover furniture feet. Felt and other fabric pads work best for hardwood flooring. You can also create your own by cutting up blankets, socks, clothing, or towels. 

To keep your hardwood flooring in excellent condition, turn to the team at Rochester Hardwood Floor. For more than 25 years, these trusted flooring contractors have been maintaining hardwood floors throughout Monroe County, NY. They’ll revitalize all surfaces with comprehensive repairs, dustless refinishing, custom staining, buffing, and recoating. Learn more about their work online, and call (585) 377-7800 to schedule a free consultation.