How To Maintain Your Skirting Boards

There's nothing better than a clean and tidy house that is decorated to perfection, right? A key part of this is keeping your skirting boards looking brand new, but there's no need to worry about this being a time consuming task. Here are our ideas on how you can maintain our skirting boards and be house proud everyday.

Sanding And Repainting 

If you are renovating or simply wish to improve the look of your home, sanding and repainting your skirting boards is a great place to start. Begin by sanding your skirting boards so you can start with a fresh slate, as this will remove any unwanted mess, damage or dirt that has occurred over the time they have been installed in your house. If your skirting boards are older, it is best to use sandpaper to carry out this process as this will result in a smooth finish, which you can then paint over.

Fixing Any Damage

Whether you are extra careful in your home or have children running around without a care in the world, we can all accidentally damage our skirting boards. However, you will be able to make them look as good as new in no time and you will forget they were ever damaged. The best way to fix any damage is to use filler and then paint over the patch you filled as this will help the patch blend into the overall skirting board. 

Covers

Another way to maintain your skirting boards is to use covers that will protect them and in turn make them last longer. Skirting board covers simply fit on to your skirting boards and also add a stylish touch to your wall. Plus, this means costs are reduced as you don't need to replace the whole board, so you can keep your original boards for longer.

Replacing

Although you may be an expert in looking after your skirting boards, you may want a complete refresh and this is where the replacement of your old skirting boards comes into play. When choosing your new skirting boards, it is a good idea to go for those that resist moisture as these will last longer and require minimal upkeep. 

Now you have all the tips you need, why not check out our vast variety of skirting boards? Enjoy!

Our team are more than happy to help you with any questions regarding this topic, so please do not hesitate to contact us.

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