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Floor Care Tips in Raleigh, NC

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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 Raleigh, NC 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.
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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 Raleigh NC: 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

At Enovana Green Cleaning, we really appreciate working with other local companies that share our commitment to quality and professionalism. Footprints Floors Raleigh was responsive, detail-oriented, and delivered excellent results. We highly recommend Amanda and her team to anyone looking for dependable flooring installation/repair in the Raleigh-Durham area!
Enovana Green Cleaning 03/24/25 — google
I recently worked with Footprints Floors Raleigh for the installation of new flooring in my mother's home, I couldn't be more satisfied with the entire experience. Communication was a standout aspect through the process. Shawna, was always available to answer my questions and provide regular updates on the project's progress. The quality of work delivered is impressive. The installation team arrived on time and worked efficiently. I highly recommend Footprints Floors to anyone seeking flooring service.
Dan Gardiner 03/10/25 — google
I can't say enough great things about our experience with Footprints Floors installation of LVP flooring for the entire upstairs and steps. They were very professional and informative, in preparation for the process and choosing quality flooring that we love. Installation was very painless for us because they prepped our floors and installed them with meticulous care AND cleaned up areas and always made sure we had a bed to sleep in so our house didn't feel like a disaster as they were installing. Our floors are gorgeous and I highly recommend them for your flooring!
Jennifer Lampert 02/28/25 — google
Amanda helped me with my hardwood floor sanding renovation. I appreciated her help with choosing a stain color when I didn't like any of the first 3 proposals. The work was done on time, which seems like a miracle nowadays! I'm extremely happy with my floors and get lots of compliments on the new color. Very professional and knowledgeable!
Mariora Texier 02/28/25 — google
I recently had the pleasure of working with Shawna on a home improvement project and consultation, and I couldn't be happier about it! She was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail. Looking forward to work with them in the future.
weni chen 02/26/25 — google
They were the best to work with. Very very knowledgeable about their products and how to install them. They took the time to make sure that we got the flooring that we wanted and the installation looks flat out AMAZING. I cannot say enough great things about Footprints Floors Raleigh, they are simply amazing.
Alexis Smelley 02/6/25 — google
Wow!!! What a difference our flooring made to the entire look and flow of our home. Amanda and her team were amazing. The communication from the beginning to the end was outstanding, with pictures of updates all along the way. The care that was taken throughout the project was incredible and the finished project is beautiful!!
Kathleen Furlough 01/22/25 — google
Footprints Floors Raleigh was great! They arrived on time, completed the project quickly and stayed in touch throughout the process. The wood floors look great! I would highly recommend their services!
Jackie Cooper 01/16/25 — google
Amanda & Shawna are constant professionals. They renovated my staircase and did an excellent job. They came to measure and inform me how long the project would take. They inform me the names of their crew members that would be coming by and what time they would be coming to start the project. The day before the project they sent me an email about what to expect from the start to the finish of the project. They took care of my punch list immediately while they were on vacation in another country. Now, that's customer service to the 10th power. I will definitely recommend Footprints Floors to everyone I know. By the way I need a quote to replace my back splash tile with some new tile. Amanda & Shawna I'll reach out for that quote. Thank you again for an excellent project.
Keith Davis 01/9/25 — google
Outstanding experience. We had a fairly small job to replace some damaged wood floor and sand and re-stain the area. From the very first visit, Shawna was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and made it clear customer service was a priority. That did not change through the whole experience. Communication was great and I never felt like our small job wasn't as important as a large one. The floor looks amazing and I have told friends about this company. I would not hesitate to recommend and to use them again for any flooring need. Thank you for creating such a wonderful "new" space in our home!
Amy Jo Johnson 01/2/25 — google
This is our second experience and it was wonderful. It was a small project but very expertly done. Wonderful clean up at the end.
Richard Jacobs 12/4/24 — google
Best in class service and craftsmanship! Don't look around elsewhere. Amanda and the whole crew at Footprints were a pleasure to work with. Flexible and very professional. Absolutely would recommend them!
Alex Kern 11/28/24 — google
We had LVP installed with Footprint Floors, and we could not be happier. Amanda came by to give an initial quote, along with some flooring suppliers they recommend (one of which we purchased from). The pricing was good, along with the fair warning that if the subfloor was not level, they would need to level it that would come with additional cost (labor plus materials). Once we had our material, we were then booked in for install. Amanda’s team did a tremendous job. They got the floor up quickly, found the floor was not level, and took the time to show me. They leveled it, and got the new floor installed. We’ve had it completed for a couple of weeks, and it’s perfectly flat, and couldn’t be happier. We have a couple more jobs around the house that will be done in time, and Amanda and her team will be who we select for that work. 10/10 would recommend for price, quality, and being great humans!
Mike Parker 11/22/24 — google
My wife and I decided to replace the carpet that was on the 2nd floor of our house as well as our stairs. We were originally thinking about LVP. We got several quotes from local flooring companies and all of them installed and sold the flooring — with the exception of Footprints. Footprints only installs the flooring and the more I researched flooring options, the more I realized that the installation was extremely important. Shawna was the representative from Footprints that provided the quote. She is also the one that told us to consider Laminate flooring, which is what we went with. But we only went with that after doing research and deciding that this was the best option for us. Footprints does have relationships with a couple of flooring stores in the area and we were able to talk with a few of the experts in order to help us make a decision. The great thing about this is that neither Footprints nor the flooring stores cared which flooring we chose, plus we were given the discount that Footprints would have gotten if they would have sold it to us. Shawna did preface her quote with the statement that if our floors weren’t level then there would be an additional cost to level them with self leveler that is poured onto the floors. Shawna was the only one that mentioned this but it made sense. And I researched it and it is indeed important to do this because if you don’t then you may have issues with your Laminate or LVP flooring later on. As it turned out, our floors weren’t level so there was an additional cost and it extended the installation. But Shawna explained everything very well and showed me what needed to be done. The installers that she brought in were excellent and it was easy to see that they really cared about doing a good job. And Shawna came to my house every day so that she could personally see the progress and keep me informed as well as answer any of my questions. I think the pictures speak for themselves but we are extremely happy with the results. We highly recommend Footprints!!
Ray Phillips 11/22/24 — google
Footprints was great to work with and provided excellent craftsmanship!
Amy Koch 11/21/24 — google
(Translated by Google) This company is extremely responsible and they do quality work. And it has a very efficient and knowledgeable work team. (Original) Esta compania es sumamente responsible y hacen un trabajo de calidad . Y tiene equipo de trabajo muy eficientes y con mucho conocimiento.
Mayra Calderón 09/19/24 — google
What a wonderful process! Very professional and the floors far exceeded our expectations. We are so pleased with the final results.
Amy Weaver 08/23/24 — google
I can't express how thrilled we are with our decision to choose Footprint Floors for our home renovation project. From the moment I conducted a quick online search, Amanda's prompt and attentive service stood out. She promptly scheduled an on-site visit the very next day to assess our needs and provide expert recommendations on replacing our upstairs carpeting with luxurious LVP flooring. Amanda's expertise streamlined the entire process, seamlessly coordinating material orders from the vendor, eliminating any hassle or coordination on our part. We simply provided our desired completion date, and her team effortlessly accommodated our timeline. On the installation day, her skilled crew arrived promptly at 9 AM and diligently worked throughout the day, with Amanda herself remaining on-site to provide regular updates and ensure our complete satisfaction. The end result was nothing short of perfection – precisely the stunning flooring we had envisioned. Footprint Floors delivered exceptional value, outstanding communication, and an overall seamless experience that far exceeded our expectations. If you're considering replacing carpeting in your home, do yourself a favor and choose Footprint Floors. You won't be disappointed with their professionalism, quality craftsmanship, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.
Laura McCarthy 08/4/24 — google
After getting several quotes for adding hardwood floors, repairing sections of existing hardwood floors and finishing all the floors, Footprints Floors has had the best prices. Shawna Eikenberry and Amanda Wilkins were very knowledgeable about the products and process of repair and installation, and stating the pros and cons of the options available. They were responsive (and patient) to all of our calls before and after the contract was signed. They provided a schedule for the work describing what would be done and what we needed to do with recommendations on care and maintenance after the installation. They were on schedule throughout the entire process. It has been a pleasure working with them and I am highly recommending Footprints Floors.
David Neil 06/20/24 — google
Simply put, a great business. Over the past several years we've contracted different businesses for significant home improvement projects, but not always with a 100% satisfaction. Thankfully, as it turned out, we saved the best for last. First off, our flooring project manager, Amanda, was very professional, knowledgeable, approachable, and kept consistently engaged throughout. She visited everyday to check in on her work crew to ensure their resource needs were met and that any questions we had were answered. Great communication, she was articulate, practiced her craft well, and discussed every decision with us no matter how trivial. We could not have asked for a better work crew. A special shout-out to Darwin and Nahoon for their workmanship, sticktuitiveness, HONESTY, and overall work ethic. They identified several sub flooring areas that needed repair before flooring could be laid down. This prolonged our project timeline of course, but instead of overlooking (hiding) these critical issues to rush through the job, they were forthcoming with us, adjusted their efforts as needed, and WORKED HARD to finish our project like total pros. I cannot express how much this meant to me, as we had to address similar issues like this with less than scrupulous businesses on previous projects. In fact, this back and forth tussle had become so common, we were starting to believe this dysfunctionality was the norm until contracting with Footprints. They're as honest as the day is long. Of their installation staff, I'd say that if we were building a new house from top to bottom, we’d take special steps to make sure they were included as project leads. We were so pleased with the final result, that when the job was done we sent the installers away with giftbags. Never felt compelled to do that before, ever. In short, Amanda and Shawna are experienced flooring experts. They run a well-oiled operation. They offer a wide range of flooring options and employ highly skilled, conscientious installers. It's been at least 2+ months, and we still absolutely love our floors. We cannot believe we waited as long as we did to take the plunge, and we are so thankful we bumped into this group of talented professionals. Literally zero complaints with the end result, and we would highly recommend. Reach out to Shawna or Amanda for our contact information if you’d like to reach out to us for further details on our successful project. We'd be glad to share. Chris and Shelley in Garner, NC
Plateav 06/19/24 — google

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