Feature: Get Your Floor Ready for Winter

03 November 2014

As the evenings draw in and we start gearing up for the colder weather it’s a good time to think about some winter housekeeping. This time of year can play havoc with your stone floors but some basic measures can help keep your floors sparkling.

Prevention

Make sure your doormat is big enough for all those wet shoes and muddy paws.
It’s obvious but dirt is best left at the door. Don’t walk on your floors with outdoor shoes. Dust off those slippers or get the big socks on!
If you have a dog, buy an even bigger mat for the back door.
For those visits to the garden or muddy walks, make sure you keep the dog on the mat while you wipe him down with an old towel.

Cleaning

Make sure there are enough microfibre cloths around for those mulled wine mishaps during the Christmas festivities.
Get a new mop. If the old one is looking dirty it means it is dirty. You won’t get a clean floor from washing it with dirt.
Invest in a separate flat headed mop to brush up grit and wet feet marks. Little and often will keep your floor cleaner.
Make certain you have enough stone floor cleaning products. But beware – many conventional floor cleaning products can destroy sealant and damage the surface of the stone over time. Floor Restorer offers professional quality stone floor cleaning products.
Your floor will be less susceptible to in-ground dirt and stains if it has a good sealant.
If your floor is starting to look dirty and patchy in the high footfall areas, the sealant might be breaking down.
If you feel your floor could do with an extra clean and seal in preparation for winter, contact us.

To book a clean and seal ready for winter call Floor Restorer on 01242 500058.

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