There’s no denying that a quality hardwood floor can be absolutely beautiful. It’s one of the reasons why they’ve become so popular. Nothing lasts forever though, and at some point, that beautiful hardwood floor will need to be replaced. But how can you tell if you need to start making plans for that?
Water Damage
Water is the bane of hardwood floors. If your hardwood floor is exposed to too much moisture, it will become discolored, may start to separate, and will likely warp. This not only ruins the beauty of your floor but also its strength. It becomes far more dangerous underfoot too. If your hardwood floor shows any of these signs of water damage, you’ll need to replace it sooner rather than later. Make sure your hardwood floor is properly sealed or stained to help protect it against spills. Even this won’t be enough to protect it from flooding or plumbing problems though.
Too Much Wear and Tear
The thing with the flooring is that it’s, well, underfoot. That means that you, any pets or children you may have, your guests, and anyone else who spends time in your home are going to be wearing the floor down just by being on it. Over time this will wear away the stain, causing it to become discolored. It may even lead to splintering or warping. While you can always refinish the floor, splintering or warping are sure signs that you’ll need to replace it soon.
Exposed Nail Heads
Have you ever stepped on a nailhead? If you haven’t, trust that it’s an experience you’re better off without. It doesn’t feel good. Stubbed toes and snagged socks are just some of the problems you might experience if the constant use of your floor causes the nail heads to be exposed. One or two might not be too much of a problem. Exposed nail heads over a large area of your floor are an indicator that suggests that new flooring will be in your future soon.
There are quite a few signs that indicate that you’ll soon need to replace your hardwood floor. Water damage, too much wears and tear, and exposed nail heads are just a few examples of such signs. It’s a good idea to keep an eye out for these signs, but don’t forget to take good care of your floor while you have it. That will help it last longer and stay looking beautiful for longer as well.
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