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Hello Sunshine: Summer Care 6 Tips for Timber Floors in Perth Homes
Perth summer has plenty going for it. Beach days. Long evenings. Washing that dries before you’ve finished hanging it.
For your timber floors, though, all that sunshine deserves a little planning.
The good news? Looking after solid or engineered timber doesn’t need to become your summer hobby. A few simple habits will help keep your floors looking beautiful.
1. Let the breeze in—choose your moment
A fresh breeze feels lovely. A hot, dry wind blowing through the house all afternoon? Your floor may be less enthusiastic.
Dry air can draw moisture from timber, causing boards to shrink and gaps to appear. Open windows during milder conditions, then close them when the hot, dry winds pick up. Comfortable, reasonably consistent indoor conditions are the aim.
2. Keep your cool with air conditioning
Nobody is suggesting you brave a Perth heatwave without air conditioning.
Just remember that refrigerated air conditioning can also dry the indoor air, particularly when used for long periods. Keep your home comfortable and monitor humidity alongside temperature. Your thermostat only tells half the story.
3. Check humidity—no weather station required
Timber naturally responds to moisture in the air. Dry conditions can make it shrink; humid conditions can make it expand. Engineered timber needs suitable indoor conditions too.
A small indoor humidity monitor takes the guesswork out of things. Follow the recommended range for your particular flooring, and ask your supplier before introducing a humidifier or dehumidifier.
Think balanced and comfortable. Your living room doesn’t need to become a tropical greenhouse—or a desert.
Download care guide examples
*The care guides above are examples. We recommend following your product manufacturer's care guide.
4. Give your floor a little shade
Sheer curtains: lovely to look at, useful to live with.
They soften strong daylight while keeping a room bright and inviting. However, protection varies with the fabric. Where direct sunlight is intense, pair sheers with blinds, lined curtains or external shading.
Prolonged sunlight can change the colour of timber and its coating, so draw your window coverings before those strong rays settle across the floor. Your boards can enjoy summer without sunbathing all afternoon.
5. Consider UV protection for your windows
Love your big windows? Keep the view, and explore ways to reduce sun exposure.
UV-protective window film can help slow fading. Ask a specialist about a film suited to your glazing that also addresses solar heat.
One small catch: UV protection cannot stop every colour change. Visible light and heat contribute too, so window film works best as part of your overall shading plan.
6. Keep the beach at the beach
Sand has a remarkable talent for coming home with everyone.
Give your floors regular attention with a soft broom or vacuum fitted with a suitable hard-floor attachment. Wipe up spills promptly, and when mopping is needed, use a well-wrung, barely damp mop with a cleaner approved for your floor’s finish.
Skip steam mops and excessive water. Your floor needs a gentle clean, not a pool party.
Photo caption: A light clean goes a long way. Keep the mop barely damp and follow your floor’s care instructions.
More summer living, less floor worrying
A little shade, thoughtful ventilation, balanced humidity and gentle cleaning—simple habits that leave more time for enjoying your home.
Need advice about your timber floor? Speak with our team or visit us in Osborne Park, Home Base Subiaco or Canning Vale. We’ll help you understand the care your particular floor needs.
Call us for a FREE consultation
📞 08 9244 1122
Or meet us at our showrooms.
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Summer Care: 6 Tips for Timber Floors in Perth Homes
# AirConditioningAndTimberFloors, # SunProtectionForTimberFloors, Sheer Curtains, UV Window Film
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