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Floor Care Tips in Providence, RI

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Proper floor care preserves the appearance and durability of your floors. With regular maintenance, you can prevent damage, enhance aesthetics, and prolong the lifespan of hardwood, laminate, tile, and stone flooring.

At Footprints Floors, we believe that proper floor care doesn't have to be complicated. Here are some general floor care tips in Providence, RI to help you keep your floors in good condition:

Regular Cleaning

Keeping your floors clean will help maintain their durability in the long run.

Sweep and Vacuum: Regularly sweeping or vacuuming floors helps remove dirt and debris that can cause scratches. Use a soft-bristle broom or a vacuum with a hardwood floor attachment. For carpets, vacuuming at least once a week is recommended to keep fibers clean and resilient.
Mop with Care: Maintaining clean and hygienic floors requires the right tools and techniques. We recommend using a microfiber mop paired with a neutral pH cleaner spray for hardwood and laminate floors. This method is gentle and effective, ensuring your floors stay in top condition. For tile and stone floors, a sponge mop or a traditional string mop can be used. Always choose a cleaning solution recommended for your specific type of flooring and avoid excessive water to prevent damage.

Protect Floors

Using protective measures can significantly extend the life of your flooring.

Use Mats and Rugs: Placing mats and rugs at entryways and high-traffic areas can help prevent dirt and debris from scratching and damaging your floors. These protective coverings act as the first line of defense, capturing grit and moisture before they reach your flooring.
Furniture Pads: Install furniture pads under the legs of all chairs, tables, and other furniture to prevent scratches and dents. These pads create a buffer between the furniture and the floor, distributing the weight and reducing the risk of damage.
Address Spills and Stains Immediately: Clean spills as soon as they happen to prevent staining and water damage. Use a soft cloth and a mild cleaner suitable for the specific flooring type. For liquids like wine or juice, blot instead of wipe to prevent spreading. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for treating stains, as different flooring types require different cleaning methods.
Control Humidity Levels: Wood floors can expand and contract with changes in humidity. Using a humidifier in dry conditions and a dehumidifier in high humidity can keep floors stable. Ideal indoor humidity levels should be between 30% and 50% to prevent wood from warping or gapping.

Use Appropriate Cleaning Products

Using the best cleaning products for your specific flooring type is key to effective maintenance.

Choose the Right Cleaner: Select a cleaner specifically designed for your type of flooring. Whether you have hardwood, tile, or stone, using the appropriate cleaner will ensure that your floors are properly maintained without causing any damage. For example, hardwood floors benefit from pH-neutral cleaners, while stone floors may require a cleaner that prevents etching.
Avoid Harsh Chemicals: Stay away from cleaners that contain harsh chemicals, such as bleach or ammonia, as these can damage the finish and integrity of your floors. Opt for gentle, pH-balanced cleaners that are safe for your flooring type.

Featured Product: LOBA Floor Care

We recommend LOBA floor care products to maintain the beauty and durability of your floors. These specially formulated products provide gentle yet effective cleaning and maintenance for various types of flooring.

LOBA offers a range of solutions, including cleaners, polishes, and protective coatings tailored to different flooring materials. Discounts are available for first-time users of LOBA products.

Long-Term Maintenance Tips

Regular, long-term maintenance helps preserve the original finish and structural integrity of your floors, keeping them pristine and extending their lifespan.

Refinishing Hardwood Floors in Providence RI: Even the best-cared-for hardwood floors can show signs of wear over time. Refinishing every 7-10 years helps to restore their appearance and extend their lifespan. This process involves sanding the surface to remove scratches and dents before applying a fresh finish coat.
Tile and Grout Care: Tiles can become dull, and grout can darken with age. Regularly sealing grout and using a mild cleaner can maintain the look of tile floors. For deep cleaning, professionals use specialized equipment and cleaning solutions to refresh and reseal tiles and grout.

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Professional floor care provides expertise and precision that keeps your floors in top condition. Specialists use advanced tools and products to handle tough stains, deep dirt, and wear that regular cleaning can't fix. They can assess your flooring's condition and recommend the best maintenance and repair methods.

Hiring professionals saves you time and effort, helping your floors look great without the hassle of doing it yourself. They can spot potential issues early, preventing costly repairs. Professional care also protects your floors' life and appearance, protecting your investment. Working with a flooring expert such as Footprints Floors promises your floors get the care they need.

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What Our Customers Say

I can’t find enough good words to adequately describe how great an experience I had with Footprints Floors. Oliver and his crew checked every box when it comes to delivering customer satisfaction. They were above all professional, knowledgeable , helpful, flexible, courteous, respectful and all around great to do business with. The floor came out beautiful!!!

Bob Cummiskey 11/27/24 — google

My experience with Footprints floors, Oliver and his team in particular, was excellent. He arrived on time for our consultations, provided a fair quote, and held his price. The work was far better than I could ever have expected. In addition, the work was done promptly, cleanly, and professionally. Oliver replaced the oak flooring inside our front door with tile, and sanded and refinished a hallway and two major rooms. Again, I found the work superb and would recommend him to anyone. Joanne, Seekonk, MA

Justin Maguire Jr 11/22/24 — google

Footprints Floor was so easy to work with. Oliver was very professional, responsive, and timely with advice when we needed it. The job was done extremely well and timely at a competitive cost. Can't recommend them enough for a great contractor expereince for flooring!

Eric Hannah 03/30/25 — google

Can't say enough great things about the team at Footprints. We were introduced to Oliver at a stressful time and his calm demeanor and excellent customer service put my husband and I at ease. He walked us through the process of sanding and refinishing our floors, his communication from quoting to seeing the project through was top notch. We received progress photos during the job which was much appreciated given we couldn't live in our house while the work was being done. The entire team at Footprints was professional, efficient, and meticulous in their work. Our floors now look absolutely stunning—better than we could have imagined! Oliver’s honesty and attention to detail made all the difference, and we truly appreciate how seamless he made the entire process. We can’t recommend Footprints enough for anyone in need of expert floor repair and refinishing. Thank you for restoring our home and our peace of mind!

Carly Nappi 03/28/25 — google

I have to say that Footprints Floors and their crew completed an outstanding hardwood floor installation! The precision and YES craftsmanship demonstrated in addressing some unusual challenges with our flooring was unbelievable! I normally don't bother with doing ratings, etc. but in light of this particular performance I almost feel like it is a public service to do so, knowing how difficult it sometimes is to find competent and professional teams to do your projects. Kudos!!

Peter Wilbur 03/28/25 — google

I have used them multiple times, and every time , work it’s been excellent, I will continue using them, Oliver is the owner and he awesome, he will help you to make your dream reality.

Reinaldo Erazo 03/25/25 — google

My hardwood floors were in disrepair after years of dogs and children. Footprints Floors did a wonderful job of bringing my wood flooring back to life. My children and I were quite amazed at the final product

Karen Agnew 03/14/25 — google

I’m an interior designer in RI, CT and MA. I can not tell you how much I respect Oliver and his team. In my field things, change constantly and as such additional “needs” become important to stay on track. Oliver’s team came in to strip and refinish all the floors and was fantastic with whatever new obstacles presented itself: A hearth in a 100 year old home needed to be removed, replaced with 100 year old “fur” to match the remaining floor - His team did not hesitate; under a carpet in a closet on the third floor - flooring was removed,replace by new wood and recovered with the carpeting and the 100 year old matching fur was then placed in the dining room, blending seamlessly. Again on the same job - the kitchen island was moved an additional 4 ft from original layout, and once again Footprints matched the space seemlessly! Last 2 photos show the old red finish on the floors throughout, the hearth that was removed and the closet they were able to take wood from to match the dining room. Such fantastic work.

Sherry Pierce 03/3/25 — google

Oliver was extremely helpful and professional through the whole process of getting our floors redone. The floor also look amazing! We would highly recommend them.

Elisheva Stark 02/10/25 — google

Oliver and his crew were supportive and easy to work with. They were able to communicate with us even though we were not in the state while they were refinishing our hardwood floors to go over a couple of details. We were very happy with the quality of their work and enjoy living on our updated hardwoods!

Jason Ulisse 01/30/25 — google

Oliver and his crew are top notch. I have been a general contractor in RI for 25 yrs and worked with many flooring companies. Footprints floors is among the best! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to install hardwoods or LVP as well as refinishing existing floors.

David Tegan 01/30/25 — google

Oliver and his crew are the very best in what they do and they exceeded all my expectations- on time- professional - incredibly efficient with all aspects of the work - highly recommended!!

John sperduti 01/30/25 — google

I had four different estimates. Foot prints flooring was my last one. From the minute, Oliver walked in the door. I knew he was the one. Polite, professional, and outstanding work. Highly recommended company

Cory Ruzzo 01/27/25 — google

Oliver and his crew were fabulous from beginning to end. Quick response from my first inquiry by phone. Initial visit for estimate within a couple of days, and scheduled refinishing within the time-frame that I needed. They were professinal, friendly, task driven and quick to answer any question I had. I'm extremely pleased with the outcome. I would not hesitate to hire again, if the need arose.

Rachel Poethke 01/25/25 — google

Oliver and his crew from Footprints were professional in their work on my kitchen and bath floor installation. The work was seamless and completed in less than one day. His crew of three men were thorough in their work and picked up after themselves when finished. I can't complain in anyway from start to finish. I'm very happy with the outcome.

Timothy Manzi 01/15/25 — google

Oliver and his team were amazing. Very professional and efficient. Oliver patiently guided us through the process of refinishing floors as it was unfamiliar to us. (Thanks for answering so many questions! Lol!) He also had extra homework with us since we have radiant heating. Oliver was diligent and spot on with his recommendations which resulted in the floors looking fantastic. We highly recommend Oliver and his team.

Deb Figlioli 01/8/25 — google

Great company. Very responsive to questions. Oliver and his crew are excellent. Arrived on time with no delays.they kept the entire work area contained and cleaned after. I will definitely have more work for Footprints. A+++.

melanie hitt 12/24/24 — google

I can’t find enough good words to adequately describe how great an experience I had with Footprints Floors. Oliver and his crew checked every box when it comes to delivering customer satisfaction. They were above all professional, knowledgeable , helpful, flexible, courteous, respectful and all around great to do business with. The floor came out beautiful!!!

Bob Cummiskey 11/27/24 — google

My experience with Footprints floors, Oliver and his team in particular, was excellent. He arrived on time for our consultations, provided a fair quote, and held his price. The work was far better than I could ever have expected. In addition, the work was done promptly, cleanly, and professionally. Oliver replaced the oak flooring inside our front door with tile, and sanded and refinished a hallway and two major rooms. Again, I found the work superb and would recommend him to anyone. Joanne, Seekonk, MA

Justin Maguire Jr 11/22/24 — google

Footprints Floor was so easy to work with. Oliver was very professional, responsive, and timely with advice when we needed it. The job was done extremely well and timely at a competitive cost. Can't recommend them enough for a great contractor expereince for flooring!

Eric Hannah 03/30/25 — google

Can't say enough great things about the team at Footprints. We were introduced to Oliver at a stressful time and his calm demeanor and excellent customer service put my husband and I at ease. He walked us through the process of sanding and refinishing our floors, his communication from quoting to seeing the project through was top notch. We received progress photos during the job which was much appreciated given we couldn't live in our house while the work was being done. The entire team at Footprints was professional, efficient, and meticulous in their work. Our floors now look absolutely stunning—better than we could have imagined! Oliver’s honesty and attention to detail made all the difference, and we truly appreciate how seamless he made the entire process. We can’t recommend Footprints enough for anyone in need of expert floor repair and refinishing. Thank you for restoring our home and our peace of mind!

Carly Nappi 03/28/25 — google

I have to say that Footprints Floors and their crew completed an outstanding hardwood floor installation! The precision and YES craftsmanship demonstrated in addressing some unusual challenges with our flooring was unbelievable! I normally don't bother with doing ratings, etc. but in light of this particular performance I almost feel like it is a public service to do so, knowing how difficult it sometimes is to find competent and professional teams to do your projects. Kudos!!

Peter Wilbur 03/28/25 — google

I have used them multiple times, and every time , work it’s been excellent, I will continue using them, Oliver is the owner and he awesome, he will help you to make your dream reality.

Reinaldo Erazo 03/25/25 — google

My hardwood floors were in disrepair after years of dogs and children. Footprints Floors did a wonderful job of bringing my wood flooring back to life. My children and I were quite amazed at the final product

Karen Agnew 03/14/25 — google

I’m an interior designer in RI, CT and MA. I can not tell you how much I respect Oliver and his team. In my field things, change constantly and as such additional “needs” become important to stay on track. Oliver’s team came in to strip and refinish all the floors and was fantastic with whatever new obstacles presented itself: A hearth in a 100 year old home needed to be removed, replaced with 100 year old “fur” to match the remaining floor - His team did not hesitate; under a carpet in a closet on the third floor - flooring was removed,replace by new wood and recovered with the carpeting and the 100 year old matching fur was then placed in the dining room, blending seamlessly. Again on the same job - the kitchen island was moved an additional 4 ft from original layout, and once again Footprints matched the space seemlessly! Last 2 photos show the old red finish on the floors throughout, the hearth that was removed and the closet they were able to take wood from to match the dining room. Such fantastic work.

Sherry Pierce 03/3/25 — google

Oliver was extremely helpful and professional through the whole process of getting our floors redone. The floor also look amazing! We would highly recommend them.

Elisheva Stark 02/10/25 — google

Oliver and his crew were supportive and easy to work with. They were able to communicate with us even though we were not in the state while they were refinishing our hardwood floors to go over a couple of details. We were very happy with the quality of their work and enjoy living on our updated hardwoods!

Jason Ulisse 01/30/25 — google

Oliver and his crew are top notch. I have been a general contractor in RI for 25 yrs and worked with many flooring companies. Footprints floors is among the best! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to install hardwoods or LVP as well as refinishing existing floors.

David Tegan 01/30/25 — google

Oliver and his crew are the very best in what they do and they exceeded all my expectations- on time- professional - incredibly efficient with all aspects of the work - highly recommended!!

John sperduti 01/30/25 — google

I had four different estimates. Foot prints flooring was my last one. From the minute, Oliver walked in the door. I knew he was the one. Polite, professional, and outstanding work. Highly recommended company

Cory Ruzzo 01/27/25 — google

Oliver and his crew were fabulous from beginning to end. Quick response from my first inquiry by phone. Initial visit for estimate within a couple of days, and scheduled refinishing within the time-frame that I needed. They were professinal, friendly, task driven and quick to answer any question I had. I'm extremely pleased with the outcome. I would not hesitate to hire again, if the need arose.

Rachel Poethke 01/25/25 — google

Oliver and his crew from Footprints were professional in their work on my kitchen and bath floor installation. The work was seamless and completed in less than one day. His crew of three men were thorough in their work and picked up after themselves when finished. I can't complain in anyway from start to finish. I'm very happy with the outcome.

Timothy Manzi 01/15/25 — google

Oliver and his team were amazing. Very professional and efficient. Oliver patiently guided us through the process of refinishing floors as it was unfamiliar to us. (Thanks for answering so many questions! Lol!) He also had extra homework with us since we have radiant heating. Oliver was diligent and spot on with his recommendations which resulted in the floors looking fantastic. We highly recommend Oliver and his team.

Deb Figlioli 01/8/25 — google

Great company. Very responsive to questions. Oliver and his crew are excellent. Arrived on time with no delays.they kept the entire work area contained and cleaned after. I will definitely have more work for Footprints. A+++.

melanie hitt 12/24/24 — google

I can’t find enough good words to adequately describe how great an experience I had with Footprints Floors. Oliver and his crew checked every box when it comes to delivering customer satisfaction. They were above all professional, knowledgeable , helpful, flexible, courteous, respectful and all around great to do business with. The floor came out beautiful!!!

Bob Cummiskey 11/27/24 — google

My experience with Footprints floors, Oliver and his team in particular, was excellent. He arrived on time for our consultations, provided a fair quote, and held his price. The work was far better than I could ever have expected. In addition, the work was done promptly, cleanly, and professionally. Oliver replaced the oak flooring inside our front door with tile, and sanded and refinished a hallway and two major rooms. Again, I found the work superb and would recommend him to anyone. Joanne, Seekonk, MA

Justin Maguire Jr 11/22/24 — google

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