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Floor Care Tips in Tacoma, WA

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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 Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma WA: 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

The floors were installed and they looked absolutely stunning. Footprints did all the trim work, so it was nice to have everything completed at once and also done perfectly with both the top and bottom of the trim caulked. Last minute during the cabinet install we had a hole in the floor where we thought cabinets were supposed to go. Footprints came out the next day and did a repair for us on Saturday/Sunday to meet the cabinet install on Monday. All around a great experience. Ivan was our hands on installer and his work and his team was top notch. Thanks to Jordan and Marcus for their management support to meet schedule!
Garrett Olson 12/29/24 — google
Our school had an old staircase that was coming away from the wall and unsafe...Footprints Floors made them safe again. They completed the project on time and on budget.
Megan Nyce 12/5/24 — google
Excellent work
John Egbert 11/7/24 — google
We worked with Jordan throughout our project. He was incredibly responsive and helpful when scoping the project. We couldn't be happier with the way everything turned out. High recommend working with Footprints!
Perry Williams 10/30/24 — google
When making a choice to refinish our ash floors i requested estimates from three companies. I was very impressed with Grants prompt response in coming out to the house and his professionalism throughout the quoting process. The quote was fair and concise in what we wanted including seeing multiple samples of sealers in order to have the finish we wanted. The job was completed beautifullly and in a timely fashion by Juan, Angel & Ivan. James, our Project Manager was there to do the final walk through and fix any of the areas we had concerns with. We appreciated his efforts to complete the job to our satisfaction. We had high expectations and had been in remodel mode for over 3 months which made for a customer who had a bit of exhaustion with contractors. I commend James for listening, explaining things and wanting to make the floors right & the project experience the best it could be! I would highly recommend Footprint Flooring for your project.✨️👍
Rachelle Moschetti 10/20/24 — google
Grant came to give me a quote on my hard wood floors. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and transparent which I appreciate! Had a quote over to me shortly after his visit and the pricing is reasonable. Will definitely be using them for my floor repairs :)
Jaydin Thiel 10/12/24 — google
From start to finish, the entire team was wonderful to work with. Everyone was on time and got the work done quickly for a fair price. Absolutely recommend Footprints Flooring and I will call you again for future projects!
Kristal Biesecker 10/11/24 — google
Great communicators, good price, pleased with outcome
Max Neumeyer 10/5/24 — google
Namita, Marcus and Juan did an excellent job on our hardwood floors! I highly recommend them
Jeremy Week 09/25/24 — google
Thank you so much for all the help from Jordan and everyone at Footprints floors. My new floors are beautiful, and I received excellent service from Jordan and Scott.
Elisabeth Wolfert 09/24/24 — google
We had a wonderful experience with Footprints Floors. Jordan was truly friendly and helpful showing us the flooring options and explaning the product to us so that we made the right choice. And at the time of install, James the field manager made sure everything was explained to us and was resdy for the install crew to do their work. Ricardo and Joe then did an expert efficient and outstanding job laying our laminate composit flooring. I highly recommend Footprint Floors to anyone interested in installing such an outstanding product. Now we have a dog proof kid proof besutiful floor!
Greg Kurtz 09/23/24 — google
The Footprints Team of Todd, James & Freddie did an amazing job on our floor, and carried the whole process out very timely manner. I would highly recommend Footprints to anyone looking for flooring work.
John Zeiser 09/14/24 — google
I can’t tell you how HAPPY we are with our floors! James, Todd, and Ivan’s guys were able to get the perfect color out of old, ugly, beaten up wood floors and perfectly matched it with the new floors added.
Colby Zeiser 09/13/24 — google
I am so happy with the care, service and product from Footprints! From beginning to end, communication, measuring, help w choosing product and answering my 1000’s of questions was unmatched. Jordan is phenomenal and I could not and wouldn’t have done this process without him. Jordan had been recommended by a friend who also raved about him. I would do more home improvement projects if there were more Jordans in the world. My floors turned out absolutely beautiful and Jordan really helped me to determine what flooring would be best for my needs and I am so happy with my choice. A shout out to Marcus and the install team for all their hard work and craftsmanship.
Stephanie Hale 09/13/24 — google
The quote was very good. The workers were extremely quick and efficient. I would use them again if I needed them.
Steve Frazier 09/11/24 — google
I have used footprints floors twice after having them recommended to me by a friend. I’m so very pleased with my floors after they’re finished. Freddy was my technician this time and did an amazing job refinishing, staining and varnishing the floor. He was efficient, speedy while maintaining quality work. He cleaned up everyday and there was very little dust even though he had to do a lot of sanding. James followed up after Freddy had finished and answered all my questions. If I need any work done on my floors I will be calling this company again
Michelle Dame 09/10/24 — google
I contacted Scott Campbell of Footprints Floors through Angi’s List. I was determined to obtain five bids at least before I made any decision. I wanted to have my main bath converted from a bathtub to a shower. Scott gave me a very reasonable bid and his presentation included many choices pertaining to labor and material. My choice of contractors was an easy one and I give the highest praise to Scott, his foreman Marcus and his entire crew. The workmanship was excellent and communication was outstanding. I would recommend them in a heartbeat and use them again.
Linda Heyburn 08/22/24 — google
I went through a bit of a journey with these guys. Overall, they are great, but they got burned a bit by one of their contractors who didn't do a great job on part of my installation. It's uncomfortable telling a vendor that the quality of the work is not right, but they agreed, re-ordered materials, put a different crew on the job, and made it all right in the end. These things happen, part of life, whats important is that it was rectified in the end. They're good people with a good business and in the end I'd recommend them and will return to them for my next job.
Stephen Hodgetts 08/21/24 — google
Footprints did an INCREDIBLE job for us at our new place. Floors are like new! On top of that I shopped this job around to probably five local places and footprints price made it such an easy decision. Travis the project manager was super helpful through out and Freddie, who actually did the floor, was professional, helpful and an absolute craftsman. Jordan the sales guy was accurate in his quote, fast in his responses and great to work with
Nathan Leibowitz 08/15/24 — google
Jesse and his team are phenomenal to work with. Customer happiness is their top priority and I would gladly recommend them to others.
Kyle Jacobson 08/8/24 — google

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