Hardwood floors are known for their durability and capacity to last for a lifetime. However, many people do not realise that hardwood floors are an investment that need to be maintained for them to last all that time. So, what kind of maintenance is required and how long does it last?
Over time, the protective finishing on a floor can erode from continuous wear and tear. This wear and tear can leave your floor looking gummy, waxy or flaky and can leave it vulnerable to harm. Here, your flooring expert would advise you to get a floor restoration done on your floor. A floor restoration is the appropriate corrective procedure to get your solid wood or strip floor back to looking its best. The process includes a series of sanding and the application of a new coat of sealer that will leave your floor looking like new.
Generally, a floor restoration lasts anywhere from 7 to 12 years. This length of time is influenced by the lifestyle within your home. For example, in a very active household where there is lots of foot traffic, children and pets, the restoration would not last as long as in a quieter one. This time can also be extended with consistent maintenance cleaning and with floor rejuvenations, where the floor is given a light sand and resealed. A floor rejuvenation should be done every 3 to 5 years and can extend the lifespan of your floor and the time between restorations dramatically.
