Introduction

The holidays are a wonderful, busy season. The excitement of friends and family visiting, presents to wrap and unwrap, cards to send…it can be a lot to handle! But there’s one thing you don’t want your guests to do while they’re here: ruin your floors. While it’s impossible to keep all stains off your floors 100% of the time (especially during this time of year), there are steps you can take that will help ensure that any spills or splotches don’t cause permanent damage. If you follow these tips, not only will your floors stay intact through the holiday season—they’ll be ready for whatever comes next!

Why do I need to protect my floors during the holidays?

The holidays are upon us and the excitement is palpable! You’re going to be hosting Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s in your home. Your guests will be coming through the door in droves—but how can you make sure that your wooden floors, stone flooring or carpeted floors hold up during this busy time?

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to ensure that your holiday season doesn’t leave you with damaged flooring.

How do I know if my flooring is durable enough for high traffic?

First, let’s talk about the flooring options:

  • Hardwood is more durable than carpet. However, if you have hardwood floors and kids or pets, it can get damaged easily by toys, shoes and claws.
  • Stone is one of the most durable flooring options available today. It can be polished to restore its original luster after years of wear and tear. However, it’s heavy and requires regular maintenance (like waxing). If you’re worried about someone tripping on your stone flooring accidentally—especially if there are babies or small children in your family—then this isn’t for you!
  • Laminate is a good option if you’re looking for something durable but also affordable. Just like wood laminate countertops are made from recycled materials so they don’t cost as much as real wood; laminate floors are often made from recycled plastic which makes them cheaper than other types of hard surface flooring like slate & concrete.”

Which holiday stains can be removed from which flooring types?

  • If you have hardwood floors, use this simple cleaning method.
  • Vacuum the stain first to remove any loose debris. Then mix equal parts water and vinegar in a spray bottle, shake it up and spritz your floor with the mixture. Let it sit for five minutes before blotting up with a cloth towel or paper towel, then rinse under running water until all of the vinegar is gone from your floor (you’ll smell it). Repeat if necessary until no more liquid comes up when you blot with a rag; then wipe down with an all-purpose cleaner or wood polish as needed to restore shine and even out any minor scratches in your finish.
  • For laminate floors, apply rubbing alcohol directly to stubborn stains using cotton balls or swabs dipped in alcohol (do not use on leather). Allow 20-30 minutes for absorption before wiping clean with warm soapy water and rinsing thoroughly with cold water—this should completely remove stains without damaging your laminate surface! You can also try using white vinegar instead of alcohol if that works better for whatever kind of stain you have on hand; just make sure there’s enough liquid left on top after soaking overnight so that when you throw away the rag after cleaning off excess residue later on there won’t be any leftover bits floating around inside which could cause more damage than good.”

The holidays are a wonderful, busy season, but don’t let guests and their seasonal spills spoil your floors. Learn how to keep your floors looking great through the holiday season and beyond.

The holidays are a wonderful, busy season, but don’t let guests and their seasonal spills spoil your floors. Learn how to keep your floors looking great through the holiday season and beyond.

  • Be prepared for holiday traffic: When you know that more people will be on your floor than usual, you can take steps to prevent stains and damage in advance. For example, if you have wood floors in an area where party guests may walk barefoot or wear shoes with wet soles (such as near the front door), put down mats or rugs that will absorb any water or snow tracked onto them by guests’ shoes.
  • Know which type of flooring you have: Many different types of floors can be damaged by moisture and stains during the winter holiday season—from hardwood and laminate to tile—so it’s important to learn what kind of care is required before taking action on stains or spills. You’ll also want to consider whether your flooring has been treated with sealers or other protective finishes; these kinds of treatments can make it easier for spilled liquids (and food) from being absorbed into the material below.
  • Know what types of stains are common during this time period: The most common types of stains encountered during the winter holidays include food-based liquids such as red wine (or cranberry sauce), gravy/gravy splatters from turkey dinners; fruit juices like orange juice mixed with vodka; melted chocolate & candy corn!

Conclusion

Holiday season is the perfect time to bring the whole family together. However, dirty floors can ruin your holiday fun. Luckily, there are many ways to protect your flooring from spills and stains during the holidays. If you have any questions about how to protect your floors or which products might be right for you, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would love nothing more than hearing from our customers!