How to Protect Hardwood Floors from a Christmas Tree

Sometimes there are sap marks or water spots; other times, the flooring is stained, cupped and/or separated and needs to be replaced.

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Thankfully, if you take the right precautions to protect you hardwood flooring, you won’t have to worry about refinishing them (or replacing the wood).

So, I want to provide some solutions on how to protect your hardwood floors and carpets so that you don’t ruin them. Prevention is the key!

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How To Protect Your Hardwood Floors From A Christmas Tree

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First, clean your floors with a hardwood vacuum and microfiber mop (or swiffer). We recommend using Bona hardwood cleaner.

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Prepare A Barrier

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Bringing in the Christmas Tree

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How to Protect Hardwood Floors from a Christmas Tree

Sometimes there are sap marks or water spots; other times, the flooring is stained, cupped and/or separated and needs to be replaced.

Thankfully, if you take the right precautions to protect you hardwood flooring, you won’t have to worry about refinishing them (or replacing the wood).

So, I want to provide some solutions on how to protect your hardwood floors and carpets so that you don’t ruin them. Prevention is the key!

How To Protect Your Hardwood Floors From A Christmas Tree

First, clean your floors with a hardwood vacuum and microfiber mop (or swiffer). We recommend using Bona hardwood cleaner.

Clean And Prep Your Hardwood Floors

Prepare A Barrier

Bringing in the Christmas Tree

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