subject: Fast Flooring Updates [print this page] You need to spruce of the look of your home's flooring but you do not want to invest a lot of money into the process. What can you do? There are several steps to take to update the floors to get a refreshing, new look, without having to spend a great deal of money in the process. Here are some helpful tips.
- If you have tile floors, check out the grout. Is the ground chipping or overly dirty and may not be clean? Instead of redoing the home with a new flooring installation, focus on redoing the grout instead.
- If you have laminate or hardwood floors, one of the best ways to update the look of the space is to make a few flooring repairs to areas that need them. Fill in scratches with compound that is available for virtually every color. If there are damaged floorboards, you will need some flooring installation here. If the floor is a floating floor, this will not be difficult.
- Flooring installation of carpeting is difficult and expensive, but it may be the best choice for those homes with older, worn carpeting. On the other hand, if it is in good overall condition, but needs some minor repair, you can do some flooring repair here. Have the rug pulled and stretches to get rid of unevenness. If there are stains, consider replacing just that space.
When it comes to flooring, keeping it looking great is a constant job. Yet, you can add a lot of value to your home if the flooring looks and feels great under your feet. Many times, you can avoid total flooring installation and just make a few flooring repairs.
