Your home has been designed, constructed and cleaned, and now you need to take the steps to maintain your new space. You want to make sure the surfaces, fixtures and other features last for years to come. Here are three things you should do after your remodel is complete.
Register The Warranty Items
You do not want to skip over this step unless your professional has already registered your warranty items. Appliances, air conditioners and other big items usually include a card with instructions for registering the warranty. You may not be eager to sort through and fill out the paperwork, but the warranty protects you if there is a technical issue with an appliance.
Ask About The Maintenance
There are certain surfaces, fixtures and items that need extra care to maintain them. You can find a variety of tips online and in magazines, but it is best to consult your contractor for maintenance tips. They can provide suggestions for maintaining different items, but here are several tips to give you an idea of how to care for them.
Natural materials such as marble countertops need to be occasionally sealed. You also need to clean up a spill immediately so it does not stain the surface.
Filters such as air conditioners need to be changed regularly to ensure they are working properly. Failure to change the filters can result in the units not working properly or at all.
Plumbing fixtures such as rain heads need a deep cleaning on occasion. The deep cleaning prevents buildup, which could cause the rain feature to only sprinkle water.
It is still best to talk to your contractor because they know how to maintain the materials used in your home.
Protect Your Hardwood Floors
It would be a shame to lose the beauty of your hardwood floors just months after your renovation. There are several things you can do to protect your hardwood floors from scratches, mud and debris.
You can start by putting felt pads on the legs of your chairs, tables and couch. Whether you are sliding a chair out or rearranging your furniture, moving the legs can damage your hardwood floors over time. The pads prevent damage and noise as the legs slide across the floor. You do want to check the pads occasionally and replace them as needed.
The second idea is to place a coco mat at every entrance of your home, such as the front and back doors. Your family members and guests can wipe their shoes on the mat before entering your home.
If you have any pets, check and trim their nails regularly so they do not damage the floor as they run across the room.
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