Protecting Your Floors: How to Prevent Furniture Scratches with Felt Pads

 It is a big decision to invest in the kind of flooring whether it is hardwood, laminate or  luxury vinyl. Beautiful floors can change a space and make it look beautiful, elegant and warm while also  increasing the value of your home. But there is nothing as annoying as seeing the marks that furniture leaves  behind especially on new floors. This is a big problem to many homeowners and one that seems to be  inevitable. Fortunately, there is a simple solution: protective felt pads. In this article, we will  discuss the different types of problems that furniture presents to the flooring and how felt pads can help.

###  The Problem: Furniture Scratches and Damaged Floors.

Imagine going to your dining chair a little bit  to get a better position and you hear the sound of wood on wood. This is because, over  time, even small movements like this one can leave your floors marked, scratched or in the worst case  – gouged. The following are the most common causes of furniture on the floor:

Frequent movement  of dining chairs can cause constant friction against the floor. 

Large pieces of furniture including  couches, beds, armchairs etc when moved while cleaning or rearranging are likely to leave marks  or indentations on the floor.

The use of tables, chairs, or cabinets with sharp, narrow  legs exerts pressure on small areas, and this increases the chances of damaging the furniture.

High-quality  floors need to be taken care of, however, day-to-day activities may cause damage to them.  However, protective measures are usually ignored until the damage is actually done, and at that point the repair  costs can be pretty steep. For instance, refinishing hardwood floors or replacing the damaged laminate planks  will cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. This makes prevention the best and most economical option.

###  Why Scratches Are So Frustrating

The negative emotional impact of the scratched floors is not  only due to the esthetic aspect. Many homeowners feel a sense of regret and frustration because:

Scratches are not like dirt or spills that can be wiped off. 

The costs of repair  are quite high and even a small touch-up requires both time and the professional’s assistance.

The Damage  is Avoidable, The knowledge of the fact that scratches could have been prevented only adds to  the frustration.

### The Solution: Felt Pads to the Rescue

Protective felt pads are  a simple yet effective solution for the furniture-related floor damage. These small adhesive-backed pieces of felt function  as a buffer between your furniture and the floor, decreasing the contact and preventing scratches.

Here’s why felt pads are a game-changer:

Affordable Felt pads are  inexpensive and can be found at hardware stores, online retailers, as well as in supermarkets.

Easy to Install 

There is no need for tools or expertise to install felt pads.  To do this, clean the furniture leg, remove the adhesive backing and place the pad on the  leg.  

Universal Fit

Felt pads come in all kinds of shapes and sizes  to fit chairs, tables, sofas and other furniture and even furniture with irregular shapes. 

Long-Lasting Protection

High-quality felt pads are long-lasting and give months or even  years of protection if they are properly cared for. 

### Ways to Use Felt  Pads Effectively

To get the maximum protection, follow these best practices:

Choose High-Quality Felt Pads

Go for thick and well-made pads that will not wear out quickly.  

Inspect and Replace Regularly

Adhesive may weaken or the felt may deflate  over time. It is recommended to check the pads at regular intervals and change them when needed. 

Clean Furniture Legs Before Application

Dirt and grease can stop the adhesive from  sticking. Wipe down furniture legs with a damp cloth and make sure to dry them before applying pads.  

Use Larger Pads for Heavy Furniture

For bulky items like sofas or beds  use big pads or even felt sheets to prevent the pressure being put on one spot. 

 ### Other Advantages of Felt Pads

In addition to the protection of your floors, felt  pads have other advantages:

Reduces Noise: Dragging furniture on felt pads is much softer than  dragging it across the hard surface. 

Ease of Movement: It is much easier  to drag or push furniture that has a felt pad on it, which comes in handy when you need  to clean or rearrange.  

Protection for Rugs and Carpets; Felt pads can also help to prevent furniture from pulling or tearing on area rugs. 

Furniture marks and dents are not something that has to bother you. By simply protecting your  expensive floors with felt pads you will not only maintain their look like new but also avoid the costly  repairs. Felt pads are a cheap, long lasting and an efficient way of solving the problem of both  large furniture and small chairs. It is advisable to protect your floors before they get damaged; you will  appreciate the difference in the future.