Why you should invest in parquet polishing?

Parquet floors are on trend right now and for good reason. Wood flooring is a fantastic option for both homes and businesses up and down the country. It’s easy to clean, lasts a lot longer than carpets and looks great. Parquet floors date back as early as the 1600s and were also popular in the mid twentieth century. Today, many people are choosing the herringbone style of parquet floor. As beautiful as they are, they do need a little upkeep from time to time. And this includes polishing them every so often. So if you’re thinking about parquet polishing Manchester services, here’s why you should go ahead.

What is parquet flooring?

Parquet is very different to standard wood flooring which has horizontal or vertical planks. It comes in all different styles, colours and materials. It is often made up of much shorter planks which fit together like a mosaic. The herringbone style which is popular today has a unique diagonal pattern which actually helps to make rooms look larger than they are because of the pattern. This type of floor actually used to be a sign of wealth, as it was so intricate to install. Luckily, today it’s far less expensive and can be used in homes or commercial spaces.

Why invest in parquet polishing?

Prevent scratches and damage

The last thing you want is your wood flooring to become damaged. Scratches and scuffs are unfortunately quite common types of damage to a wood floor. This is because the material can be easily impacted by furniture or other types of objects. The good news is there are ways to prevent this from happening. Polishing your floor will add a layer of protection to stop it from showing signs of wear and tear. Polishing will also restore the original quality of the floor, so you can also enhance the appearance of the floor, too.

Sun damage

Wood floor can also be susceptible to sun damage. If you have UV rays shining through windows onto your floor, the chances are it will change colour. This is even more evident with lighter coloured parquet. This can be quite problematic as the UV rays often only damage part of the floor rather than the whole floor, which can mean patches of the parquet are different colours. It’s recommended that you polish your floor to make sure this doesn’t happen.

Avoid mould

Like many surfaces in a building, wood floors are susceptible to a little mould from time to time. Polishing a wooden floor will help to avoid this from happening, so you don’t have to deal with lengthy processes to remove the mould from the wood. If you already have signs of mould, you may benefit from the services of wood floor varnishing as this will help to hide patches which cannot be removed through deep cleaning.

Better cleaning

Over time, dirt and grime can build up on any floor. This is the case even if you clean it regularly. Polishing the floor will make that cleaning process much easier and mean that you can remove the dirt before it sticks to the surface and is hard to clean. This will improve the quality of your floor and make it look great, for longer.

How often should you polish a parquet floor?

This depends on how much use your floor is subjected to. In a home, polishing your floor every year or so should be enough to keep it looking great. In a commercial space like a bar or restaurant, you may want to do this more often as the foot traffic across your floor will be greater. You may also want to invest in parquet polishing much more often if your floor is prone to getting damaged by scratches or UV rays. This will save you in the long run as you won’t have to replace your floor.

Can you polish parquet flooring yourself?

It may be possible to polish the floor yourself, however for best results it’s always recommended you speak to a contractor. They will be able to use the right products to make sure your floor has adequate protection and to keep it looking great for longer. They will also be able to make sure the floor has an equal amount of polish all over, to create a consistent finish. This can be quite tricky to do without experience.

How much does it cost to invest in parquet polishing?

Again, this depends on a few factors. The size of the space which needs polishing will be main consideration when it comes to cost. If you have a large space such as a school hall or restaurant, this will cost more than polishing a floor in a residential space. Speak to a flooring contractor to understand how much the service will cost, and how you can keep it within budget.

Parquet polishing Manchester

If you’d like to speak to one of our expert team about our parquet polishing services, get in touch. You can call us on 0161 945 8475 or email info@naturalflooringsolutions.co.uk