Just a few more hours until we dive head-first into 2020! It is the end of an era and as we look back on 2019 we are overwhelmed by how much we have to be thankful for. We've accomplished our goals, learned how to make Floor It even better, and worked with some incredible people! Now it's time to look ahead into this next year and really think about what it is we want to put on our list of New Year's resolutions.
If you've been having a hard time figuring out what to put on your resolutions list, here are a few ideas that we know your floors will appreciate!
1. Vacuum at Least Twice a Week
This is one of the easiest ways to extend the life of your floor by ridding it of all the dirt and grit that
would otherwise ruin your floor's surface, grout, or fibers.
2. Look for Signs of Damage in Your Floors
It's always a good idea to periodically check on your floors to see if anything needs to be fixed before it
becomes a much bigger problem.
3. Have Your Carpet Professionally Deep Cleaned by August
Because of all the nasty things that can find their way into your carpet fibers, it is incredibly important get
a professional cleaning done for the sake of both your floor and your family. This should be done semi-
annually, but even having it done once a year will help.
4. Buy New Door Mats
Door mats are a fantastic asset to your home since they help get the majority of gunk off your shoes
before you even step inside! Plus, they add some flair to your doorway, so why wouldn't you want to get
some new ones?
5. Rearrange Your Furniture
New year, new room, or at least that's what it will feel like once you've moved things around a bit.
Rearranging your furniture is also a great way to prevent pressure dents in your floor.
6. Thoroughly Clean Your Tile Grout
It's far to easy to neglect the grout in between your tiles, but carefully cleaning it will make your whole
floor, shower, or backsplash look much more pristine.
7. Stabilize the Humidity in Your Home Before Spring
Have hardwood floors? Protect them from crowning and warping by stabilizing the humidity in your
home and keeping it consistent. This will be especially important as the weather begins to warm up in a
few months.
8. Look Into Green Options for Cleaning Your Floor
There are countless recipes online, not to mention on our blog, for greener floor cleaners. They're
effective and easygoing on your wallet, so there's no reason why you shouldn't try a few out and help
our planet in the process.
9. Work Out Your Budget
If you want to begin the process of replacing or refurbishing your floor, you have to know what you're
working with financially. It's a good idea to sit down and map out your budget so that the whole process
will go more smoothly and less stressful from the beginning.
10. Organize Your Home Renovation Goals
If you've been dreaming about a home makeover you should definitely organize your ideas into a
"want" and "need" list. From there, prioritize the most important in each group and get ready to make
your dreams come true! We're here to help when you're ready.
We wish you all a very Happy New Year and good luck as we welcome 2020. May you accomplish all your goals and fill your days with endless smiles!