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How To Protect Your Vinyl Floors

How to Protect Vinyl Floors

Vinyl flooring is a fantastic option for your home or business because of their durability & beautiful appearance. Since Vinyl flooring is waterproof and not just water-resistant, they are ideal and safe to use in kitchens and bathrooms.

Even though vinyl floors are highly resilient and offer superior resistant to moisture , but they still require cleaning and regular maintenance. Failing to do so can result in damage or aging floors that look dull. At Bay View Flooring, we recommend the following do’s and don’ts when it comes to your vinyl flooring care and maintenance:

Do’s:

  • Wipe up household spills as soon as possible. Although Vinyl flooring is resilient, any spills should be cleaned up ASAP. If any spill is left on the floor for a longer period time, it might risk staining your beautiful floor permanently.
  • Use a doormat to keep dirt out. This keeps the dirt off of the floor which can reduce the shine of the Vinyl flooring
  • Always using furniture pads and flooring protectors to safeguard your flooring from damaging furniture.
  • Rinse the floor well to remove all the soap or any flooring cleaning products.
  • Wash your floor occasionally with a floor cleaner. Try to use a floor cleaner which will protect the shine of the flooring. Always sweep or vacuum before washing your floor with a mop
  • Sweep, dust, or vacuum, your floor on regular basis.
  • Be careful while moving furniture or appliances through vinyl floors. Dragging the heavy furniture or appliance can damage the floor badly. Always try to use a plywood path to drag the furniture.

Don’ts:

  • Never try to use a floor wax product such as polish as they damage Vinyl floors
  • Never scrub too hard as they can damage the shine of the Vinyl floor and make them look aged and dull. Always try to use a soft mop if possible
  • Never use a flooring cleaner that is abrasive as they might have some chemicals that can damage the floor.
  • If you wash your Vinyl floors, make sure the floors are not left too damp as this can let water sweep thru the edges onto the seam and damage the bonding glue or material used.
  • We recommend not using a beater bar with your vacuum as it can damage the Vinyl floor.
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Bellera High Performance Carpet

BelleraTM – high performance carpet from Shaw Floors.

Bellera carpet is a high endurance performance carpet that provides stain & spill resistance but at the same time looks beautiful even after 5 years. Comes in 13 new styles with various patterns, textures and color choices. Bellera carpet from Shaw Floors is a gamer changer in the Carpet flooring industry.

Benefits of Bellera Carpet

  • Warms up rooms and reduce energy bills with the natural insulation and comfort of carpet.
  • Many styles to choose from Bellera carpet brings color, texture and value to your floors.
  • Offers Stain fighting Techonolgy
  • Accident & Spill Protection
  • Long lasting and highly durable
  • Ages elegantly
  • Maintains beauty year after year

You can learn more about Bellera Carpet at Bellera Collection from Shaw Floors

Bellera Carpet
Bellera Carpet
Bellera Carpet
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Have additional questions? Please feel free to contact us directly with questions at 231-947-6900. Our knowledgeable staff will assist you with selecting the right flooring for your needs. Bay View Flooring and Design Center is here to help you.

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SmartStrand Stain Resistant Carpet

  • Forever Clean: Tested and proven for over a decade in homes just like yours, SmartStrand from Mohawk features astonishing softness while being the most durable, easiest to clean carpet on the planet
  • Forever Stain Free: And when it comes to stains, SmartStrand’s from Mohawk flooring built-in protection is unmatched and won’t wear or wash off.
  • Forever Pure: With All Pet Protection and Warranty, covering All Pets, All Accidents, All the Time it’s perfect for every member of the family, even the furry ones.
  • Experience the extraordinary, worry-free difference of SmartStrand. There’s never been a carpet more tested and proven
  • Eco friendly
SmartStrand Carpet by Mohawk

SmartStrand Forever Clean carpet offers permanent stain resistance, spill protection, high durability along with superior quality and softness.  With all these features and protection, SmartStrand Carpets are perfect for families with children and pets.

SmartStrand Carpet is a  great choice for almost any room within a home or office due to its warm, comforting and quiet qualities. To discuss your carpeting needs and service call us today

231-947-6900
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Floorvana+ from Shaw Floors

Turn Inspiration Into Your Perfect Floor

Choosing the perfect flooring can be a challenge. With the new FLOORVANA from Shaw Floors a simple photo can make your decision a little easier.  Find the right flooring based on what inspires you. Customize your color palette and filter flooring types to fine tune FLOORVANA’s recommendations. Get started in 3 simple steps:

  • Upload your photo below
  • Choose your flooring
  • We can order samples

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Installation of Hardwood Floor

Being knowledgeable about the flooring, knowing what to expect, and being prepared will help the installation process go quickly and smoothly. We help you every step of the way after you’ve selected your new floor: professional on-site measurement, removal of old flooring, and skilled installation that includes moving your furniture and replacing trim. We do it all expertly, so your floor will look amazing and give lasting satisfaction.

Landmark Walnut 1013 Lincoln
Installing Hardwood Floor – Before & After

Hardwood Floors in Chelsea Park II
Installing Hardwood Floors at Chelsea Park

Before Installation Day of Hardwood

  • Furniture is the first step. All furniture and other objects need to be removed from the installation areas. Our installers can remove your furniture, but there may be an additional charge. If we do remove your furniture, you will need to empty any contents of the furniture or closets. We also do not disconnect or reconnect electronics such as TVs, computers, etc.
  • The area of installation must be climate controlled (heated or air conditioned). Indoor humidity needs to stay between 45-65%.
  • Take into consideration how your old floor covering will be taken up and disposed of. This can be time consuming and we recommend checking with us about the cost and the method of disposal. If you prefer to remove your current flooring, please do this at least one day prior to arrival of your hardwood product to allow time for cleanup and floor preparation. If removing old carpet, please pull the staples out of the floor from the original pad.
  • Have a plan for your doors. It is very possible that the interior doors (bedroom, closet, basement) the hardwood is installed under may not swing freely because of the new hardwood’s thickness. Some installers will remove the doors to install the hardwood and then, if possible, rehang them after the installation is complete. If the doors do not clear the new hardwood after the installation, you may need to arrange for a qualified carpenter to cut down the doors. Please discuss this with your salesperson.
  • What to do concerning your trim. Any shoe molding and quarter round needs to be removed for hardwood installation. Your installer can do this but at an additional charge and they will not be responsible for damage or breakage due to dry or brittle wood. Paint on walls, baseboards and woodwork may also need touch-ups after installation is complete. If this is happens, it is your responsibility.
  • What to do concerning subflooring. Either existing subflooring may need to be prepared to welcome the hardwood or new subflooring may be needed. We recommend discussing this with us and having qualified professionals do the subflooring work if necessary, as it is important that the subfloor be as clean and level as possible.
  • Make sure your clean-up plan is clearly discussed with installers. New hardwood installation will produce waste. These materials are usually collected by your installer and left at your trash site. Check with your retailer before the day of installation so you’re clear about the clean-up, if there are added costs to do so, and ask about the plan for any extra materials to be left for you to be used for future repairs if necessary.

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Floorte Luxury Vinyl Flooring

Why Floorte?

Make a Bold Statement, Durable & Perfect for open concept spaces

Floorte® uses high-definition printing for a hardwood or tile look that is highly authentic. Its FOLD N TAP®™ locking system is precision-engineered for an easy installation. Floorté™ floors are also strong, durable, flexible—concealing imperfections of the floor beneath—and waterproof, making Floorté™ a great flooring option on and below ground level. (source: shawfloors.com)

Floorte Luxury Vinyl Flooring

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Installation of Luxury Vinyl

We help you every step of the way after you’ve selected your new floor: professional on-site measurement, removal of old flooring, and skilled installation that includes moving your furniture and replacing trim. We do it all expertly, so your floor will look amazing and give lasting satisfaction.

Vinyl Plank Shaw Grayed Oak
Installing Vinyl Plank Shaw Grayed Oak

Before Installation of Luxury Vinyl Floor

You want a problem-free installation and, to help ensure it, here’s a checklist of things to do before the installer arrives.

  • Furniture is the first step. All furniture and other objects need to be removed from the installation areas. Our installers can remove your furniture, but there may be an additional charge. If we do remove your furniture, you will need to empty any contents of the furniture or closets. We also do not disconnect or reconnect electronics such as TVs, computers, etc.
  • The area of installation must be climate controlled (heated or air conditioned). Indoor humidity needs to stay between 45-65%.
  • Take into consideration how your old floor covering will be taken up and disposed of. This can be time consuming and we recommend checking with us about the cost and the method of disposal. If you prefer to remove your current flooring, please do this at least one day prior to arrival of your flooring product to allow time for cleanup and floor preparation. If you are removing old carpet, please leave tack strips where they are and pull the staples out of the floor from the original pad.
  • What to do concerning your trim. Any shoe molding and quarter round needs to be removed for vinyl installation. Your installer can do this but at an additional charge and they will not be responsible for damage or breakage due to dry or brittle wood. Paint on walls, baseboards and woodwork may also need touch-ups after installation is complete. If this is happens, it is your responsibility.
  • Make sure your clean-up plan is clearly discussed with installers. Vinyl installation will produce waste. These materials are usually collected by your installer and left at your trash site. Check with your salesperson before the day of installation so you’re clear about the clean-up, if there are added costs to do so, and ask about the plan for any extra materials to be left for you to be used for future repairs if necessary.

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Care & Maintenance of Luxury Vinyl Flooring

Luxury Vinyl Flooring  is not only beautiful, but it is also highly durable and waterproof. It only takes a few simple care and maintenance steps to keep your luxury vinyl floor looking beautiful for years to come and make the most affordable type of flooring.

Resilient & Luxury Vinyl Flooring
Routine Maintenance of Luxury Vinyl Flooring 

Routine Maintenance

  • Dust, sweep or vacuum the floor regularly to prevent any buildup of dirt or gritty substances that can scratch or dull the floor. If you do vacuum, do not use on with a beater brush, they can cause damage to the floor.
  • Any spills should be cleaned up immediately with a damp mop or cloth.
  • Occasionally clean the floor with a resilient floor cleaner.

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