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Hardwood Floor Trends For 2022

This could be another break out year for the flooring industry!

In order to figure out Hardwood Flooring Trends for 2022, let’s look back and see if we can’t predict what we think could be the leading styles in hardwood flooring this year.

Trends that had a major impact last year were:

  • Wood flooring without the traditional squeak.
  • Texture and design on hardwood floors instead of just color and sheen.
  • Pricing ( We Will Touch on this topic in another post!)

2010 brought us wood flooring with designs and patterns to it. With a lack of noise coming from the boards, we saw an increase in demand for these features. You can see this style easily in construction and remodeling jobs from that year.

2011 showed growth as far as high-end manufacturers selling floors with different textures such as lava, slate stone, and mesh metal which is growing at a faster rate than some other types of hardwood flooring materials such as cherry or walnut woods because those tend to be too expensive for some buyers.

2012 saw a lot of prefinished floors being sold in the market with big box stores selling prefinished hardwood flooring in boxes that are easy for the dyi’ers with the ease of installation, the preference for prefinished wood floors over unfinished type boards was growing more popular among buyers.

Last but not least, 2013 showed us demand for chopped strand mat which proved itself in comparison to other types of wood flooring because it has no tongue and groove or locking system needed for installation. This type is also very stable and makes less noise than other types so we expect this to grow fast as well.

Another trend we saw since then was an increase in customers asking about “green” building materials and items saying that they want to use items that are recyclable and eco-friendly. This will most likely continue into the years ahead.

Here in 2022, we will believe we will see a big demand for prefinished solid hardwood floors that are made from recycled wood and reclaimed from old buildings. We also expect customers to ask about the source of their materials and building items to make sure they can get a wooden floor with an eco-conscious conscience.

We also predict that buyers will be looking for non-toxic and organic-type materials as well as those that are made from sustainable resources such as bamboo.

Trends that we predict are coming soon but maybe not until the latter part of the year or early 2023 are the manufacturing and marketing of hardwood flooring with recyclable content. We believe it’s going to be a growing trend in the home improvement and building industries.   

Trends aside, we hope you found this post informative and engaging. Please leave any comments or queries regarding this topic below! Also, remember to follow us on social media.

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How To Clean Hardwood Floors

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How to clean hardwood floors.

Cleaning hardwood floors is not that difficult once you know how to do it properly and what tools to use. In this article, we will discuss easy remedies to tackle some of the common stains one may have.

Equipment that you might need:

  • Microfiber mop and a microfiber cloth to go with it.
  • Rubber gloves – since you’ll be working with chemicals.
  • Hardwood floor cleaner – you can mix a solution of vinegar and water if you don’t have any at hand.
  • Cleaning brush – to scrub tough stains and dirt if necessary.
  • Shark steam mop – for quick cleaning and disinfection after mopping the floors with a regular mop.
    If you have pets or kids around, it’s a good idea to use a steam mop as they leave no scratches and also kill germs.

Vinegar is an amazing natural cleaner with many uses and it can be used as a floor cleaner as well. Vinegar and water solution mixed in the right ratio will clean hardwood floors without leaving any marks. It will also kill germs and give your house a fresh smell. If you don’t have vinegar or want to try something new, there are many hardwood floor cleaners on the market that work like a charm.

The microfiber mop is our favorite tool for cleaning hardwood floors as it’s easy to use, leaves no marks or scratches, and can be used on all kinds of hardwood floors.

Common Hardwood Floor Stains and Cleaning Tips

For wax stains – place a paper towel over the spot and iron over it with a hot iron. The heat from the paper towel will melt the wax and absorb it into the paper.

For dog urine stains – if your dog peed on the floor, clean up as much of the liquid as you can then cover the spot with salt to dry out any other liquid that might still be in there. After 24 hours or so, vacuum the salt and clean with vinegar and water solution.

For wine stains – mix a few drops of detergent in some warm water and place over the stain then blot it dry.

For coffee or tea stains – prepare a solution of one part hydrogen peroxide and two parts hot water. Place over the area and let sit until the coffee or tea stain is gone.

For any other stains – apply a mixture of hot water and vinegar over the spot, scrub if necessary then mop with water and rinse to remove all chemicals.

Once you are done cleaning the floors, make sure to wax them every few months to keep them looking nice for longer. Keep in mind that it’s best to clean the floors before waxing them. Have fun cleaning your hardwood floors with this guide!

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