Top Tips On Preventing Your Floors From Fading

When we make a purchase as significant as new floors for your home, we want some assurances that it will last. That’s why durability is often the number one thing homeowners look for when it comes to new flooring. Sure, they want something attractive, low-maintenance, and affordable too. But durability is one thing that all homeowners desire when they’re in the market for something new.

For homeowners planning on installing new flooring within their homes, fading can be a major issue as it relates to durability. While all floors will fade over time, there are certain steps that can be taken to slow down the process. Let the team at Hamernick’s help you prolong the lifespan of your floors.

Find the right window coverings

Adding drapes, curtains, shades, and blinds is essential to eliminating your floors’ direct sunlight and preventing fading from occurring. Window coverings help to block the sun while adding a sense of style and privacy to your home. Of course, this doesn’t mean you need to always have your window coverings in use, but by using them during the sunniest part of the day and perhaps closing them while you’re at work, you can protect your floors from fading.

Install window film or tint

Another possible way to prevent fading is to install film/tint on your windows. With the right window tint, you can block up to 99.9 percent of the UV rays that penetrate windows. While film and tint vary slightly in appearance and function, both work well to prevent your floors from fading.

Move furniture and rugs

By rearranging your furniture and area rugs, you can help eliminate sun exposure in select spots of your flooring, which will decrease the chances of your floors fading. This overall adjustment in furniture and rugs will help give your room a fresh look while also making sure that the sun does not harm your floors. Get in the habit of doing this every couple of months to limit fading and help breathe new life into your home!

Follow these tips to ensure that your floors don’t fade and withstand the test of time. Contact the team at Hamernick’s for questions on maintaining your flooring or to learn more about our incredible selection.