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When you move into Charlotte apartments with wooden floors, you want to make sure you understand the appropriate cleaning methods. Wooden floors differ from other flooring materials because you need to take measures to avoid water damage or other complications. Fortunately, there are easy ways to keep your floors clean and limit the risk of damage from water.
Sweep the Floors
The easiest method to keep your wood floors clean is regular sweeping. When you sweep the floors, you remove small rocks and dirt from the surface. It makes the floors more comfortable to walk on and it removes any pebbles that may damage the wood.
You want to sweep every few days to remove any excess dirt, stones or other problems. It is particularly important when you have sand, salt or other small rocks that come in with your shoes during colder weather.
Dry Mop the Floors
After you sweep the floors, you want to dry mop the floors. Use a dry mop or a dust mop to remove the dust from the floors. In most cases, you will use the dust mop or the dry mop after you finish sweeping to avoid scratches from small pebbles and rocks. You can also use a static mop with disposable cloths if you are unsure about the appropriate type of mop for your goals. By removing the dust and dirt via sweeping and dry mopping, you will not need to spend time working on traditional mopping every few days or even every week.
Wet Mop the Floors
The final part of keeping your wood floors clean is wet mopping. Use a mop of your choice and an appropriate cleaner for the type of wood on the floor. Fill a sink or a bucket with water and the cleaner. Follow any instructions on the cleaner to determine the appropriate dilution. Place the mop in the water and then wring it out until it is damp. You do not want it to be dripping, since that may damage your floors. A damp mop is ideal to remove excess grit, dirt and stuck-on materials from your floors. Use the mop over the floors every two weeks to maintain cleanliness without risking your floors. When you finish mopping, use a fan to dry the floors quickly or use a dry cloth to pull up excess water.
Keeping your wood floors clean is a process. You want to remove dirt and stones on a regular basis, but you can keep it clean with a dry mop on most occasions. To learn more about our available rentals, contact us today.
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Although the wall color isn’t always something you can change in your Charlotte, North Carolina apartment, you can still add plenty of dramatic color to the bedroom. Neutral-colored bedrooms make the perfect canvas for creating a bedroom that represents your own personal style. Plus, you can have fun with color in your bedroom with a few easy décor items that won’t break the bank.
Accent Pillows
Accent pillows can add a dramatic pop of color to the bedroom without going over budget. Accent pillows in bold colors with dramatic designs will draw in the eye. Although accent pillows are gorgeous statement pieces, avoid the temptation to go overboard with piling them on the bed. Ideally, choose between one and three pillows to add on top of the duvet cover. Coordinate the pillows to match a throw blanket strategically placed at the foot of the bed. Best of all, pillows and throw blankets are very easy to switch out when you’re in the mood for a décor change.
Area Rug
Whether you have hardwood floors or carpet, spice up the room with a colorful throw rug. Choose an area rug that includes a contrast color or displays a design that ties into the overall décor theme for your bedroom. For instance, if you have dark wood flooring, choose a white rug. Bedrooms with nature-inspired décor could have an area rug with a floral or woodland design.
Greenery
Plants are underused when decorating bedrooms. Flowers and green plants add color to any room in an apartment, including the bedroom. Crystal vases with red flowers or white vases with greenery are examples of easy pops of color in a room. No green thumb? Not a problem. Choose artificial plants and dust as needed.
Mood Lighting
Create a statement piece by choosing an interesting lamp for your bedroom. Go with a bold color such as red, orange or green, or pick a lamp with a stylish shade. The shade could come in a non-traditional shape or have décor elements like beads or ribbons.
Ashford Green, a luxury apartment community in Charlotte, North Carolina, is the ideal place to call home. Contact us today to learn more about our home amenities and view our selection of floor plans.
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