Hardwood flooring is popular because it is both beautiful and durable. But over time, especially in areas of high foot traffic, wear and tear can take its toll. Fortunately, unlike carpets and tiles, which need to be replaced once damaged, you can bring your hardwood flooring back to life with floor sanding.

If your hardwood flooring is in poor condition, consider breathing new life into it by investing in a floor sanding service. Floor sanding benefits hardwood flooring in many ways.

Gets rid of surface imperfections

Surface imperfections like cracks, scratches and scuff marks affect the beauty of hardwood flooring. But they also affect its longevity. Sanding away surface imperfections both improves the look and longevity of hardwood flooring.

Keeps pests, allergens and mould away

Another issue with surface imperfections like cracks is that these surface imperfections attract pests, allergens and mould. For instance, dust and allergenic compounds brought in from outside can lodge in surface cracks. Surface imperfections can also harbour moisture, especially after spillages and cleaning. Mould can then become a problem. Worse, termites may also take an interest. Fortunately, floor sanding can prevent anything from living or lodging in your hardwood floors.

Makes cleaning hardwood flooring easier

Cleaning a hardwood floor that has multiple cracks and scratches is difficult. This is because you need to work harder to remove built-up dirt that sometimes lodges in the floors. Removing cracks and scratches with sanding before applying a new finish will leave your hardwood flooring smooth and seamless, thus making it easier to clean.

Prepares hardwood flooring for a new finish

If the finish of your flooring has begun to fade, your hardwood flooring will no longer look as striking as it once did. Fortunately, you can refinish hardwood flooring multiple times over its lifespan. But to do that, you need to first sand your hardwood flooring to remove all surface imperfections. Sanding also opens up the flooring's pores to allow the sealer to penetrate the wood adequately.

Reduces splinters

Walking on hardwood flooring with bare feet is pleasant and safe when the finish of that flooring is fully intact. But once the finish of hardwood flooring starts to wear away, splinters can become a problem. To prevent splinters, sand your hardwood flooring so that you can reapply the finish and keep your flooring safe.

Having a hardwood floor is always appealing, but it must be kept in shape. To learn more, contact a floor sanding and polishing service.