How to Take Care of Your New Floors
If you’ve recently upgraded your floors with The Carpet Studio—Edmonton’s trusted flooring experts—you want to keep your investment looking its best for years to come. Whether you’ve chosen hardwood flooring, ceramic or porcelain tile, luxury vinyl plank (LVP), or plush carpeting, proper maintenance is key to protecting your floors from everyday wear and tear.
Here’s your room-by-room guide to cleaning and maintaining your new floors in Edmonton’s unique climate.
How to Clean Hardwood Floors:
Sweep or vacuum daily using a soft-bristle broom or hardwood vacuum attachment.
Use a microfiber mop with a hardwood-safe cleaner weekly.
Avoid water puddles or steam mops, which can damage wood over time.
Place rugs or mats at entrances to catch dirt and moisture, especially during snowy Edmonton winters.
Maintenance Tips:
Reapply a protective finish every few years depending on foot traffic.
Add felt pads under furniture to prevent scratches.
Control indoor humidity levels (ideally between 35%–55%) to avoid wood expansion or shrinkage.
Pro Tip:
Our recommendation for the best hardwood cleaning products is the Bona Hardwood Mop. There are certainly cheaper options that will get the job done, but the Bona is the best of the best. Bona also makes a cleaning solution, but we find that most hardwood cleaning solutions available at any department store work just fine.
Check out our product recommendations here: Bona Mop Bona Cleaner
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Ceramic and porcelain tile floors are ideal for high-moisture areas like kitchens and bathrooms.
How to Clean Tile Floors:
Sweep or vacuum regularly to prevent grit buildup.
Mop with warm water and a mild tile cleaner weekly.
For grout lines, use a soft-bristled brush and a baking soda paste or grout-safe cleaner.
Maintenance Tips:
Seal grout lines annually to prevent staining and water penetration.
Replace cracked tiles promptly to maintain structural integrity.
Pro Tip: Tile is extremely durable and can be maintained easily by scrubbing, mopping, or washing. Dish soap, water, and a mop work perfect! For counter and wall tile, a coarse brush or cloth works great! Make sure you clean the grout!
LVP is one of the most popular flooring options in Edmonton due to its affordability, water resistance, and realistic wood look.
How to Clean LVP Floors:
Sweep or vacuum with a soft brush attachment regularly.
Use a damp mop with a vinyl-safe cleaner for deeper cleans.
Avoid abrasive scrubbers or wax-based products.
Maintenance Tips:
Use furniture pads to avoid dents.
Clean up spills quickly—while LVP is water-resistant, standing water can damage subfloors.
Keep blinds or curtains closed during peak sun hours to prevent fading.
Pro Tip: LVP is extremely popular partially because of its durable properties that make it easy to clean. You can use just about any method of cleaning that you want!
Carpet is perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and basements in Edmonton’s cooler climate. It adds warmth and comfort underfoot.
How to Clean Carpet Floors:
Vacuum at least twice a week—daily for high-traffic areas.
Spot-clean spills immediately with carpet-safe stain removers.
Schedule professional carpet cleaning every 12–18 months.
Maintenance Tips:
Rotate furniture to avoid crushing carpet fibers.
Use area rugs in high-traffic zones for added protection.
Trim snags—never pull them—to prevent unraveling.
Why Proper Floor Care Matters in Edmonton
With Edmonton’s dry winters, slushy springs, and dusty summers, your floors face unique seasonal challenges. At The Carpet Studio, we help homeowners choose the right flooring for our Alberta climate—and we’re here to help you protect your floors long after installation.
Visit The Carpet Studio – Edmonton’s Flooring Experts
Looking to upgrade your flooring or need help maintaining your current floors? Trust the local flooring specialists at The Carpet Studio in Edmonton, Alberta. From carpet and hardwood to tile and LVP, we offer expert advice, premium products, and unbeatable service.
📍 Visit us at 15620 111 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 2R7
📞 Call us at (780)-452-4044