• Hardwood Flooring: Made from solid wood or engineered wood. It’s durable, timeless, and available in a variety of species like oak, maple, and cherry.

• Laminate Flooring: A synthetic option designed to look like wood or stone. It’s durable and cost-effective but not as long-lasting as hardwood.

• Vinyl Flooring: Available in sheets, planks, or tiles, it’s water-resistant, easy to maintain, and available in a wide range of designs.

• Carpet: Soft flooring that provides warmth and comfort. It comes in a variety of fibers, including nylon, polyester, and wool.

• Tile Flooring: Includes ceramic, porcelain, and stone tiles. It’s ideal for wet areas like bathrooms and kitchens.

• Bamboo Flooring: A sustainable flooring choice made from bamboo grass. It's environmentally friendly and durable.

• Engineered Wood: A more stable and moisture-resistant alternative to solid hardwood, made of a veneer layer over plywood.

Hardwood: Use a soft cloth or mop with a damp (not wet) cleaning solution specifically designed for wood floors. Avoid harsh chemicals and excessive moisture.

• Laminate: Sweep regularly to remove dirt and debris. Clean with a damp cloth and a gentle cleaner; avoid using excess water.

• Vinyl: Sweep or vacuum to remove debris. For mopping, use a mild cleaning solution and a damp mop to avoid water damage.

• Carpet: Vacuum frequently. Professional cleaning or spot cleaning may be required for stains.

• Tile: Sweep or vacuum regularly. Mop with a mild cleaner to maintain the grout and tiles. Grout may need to be sealed periodically.

• Hardwood: Typically lasts 30–100 years with proper maintenance.

• Laminate: 15–25 years, depending on the quality and care.

• Vinyl: 10–20 years, though luxury vinyl can last longer.

• Carpet: 5–15 years, depending on the quality and foot traffic.

• Tile: 20+ years; if properly maintained, it can last indefinitely.

• Cork and Bamboo: 20–30 years, although bamboo can be more prone to wear in high-traffic areas.

• Use rugs and mats: Place mats at doorways to catch dirt and moisture, and use area rugs in high-traffic areas.

• Furniture pads: Attach felt pads or furniture coasters to the bottom of furniture legs to prevent scratches.

• Avoid high heels: High heels can damage hardwood and other floors.

• Clean regularly: Dirt and grit can act like sandpaper and scratch floors, so sweeping or vacuuming is important.

• Best options: Tile, vinyl, laminate, and some engineered hardwood floors are excellent for pets due to their durability and ease of cleaning.

• Avoid: Carpet, as it can trap pet hair, odors, and stains.

In many cases, you can install new flooring over existing flooring, such as:

• Vinyl or laminate: Often can be installed over existing floors, provided the old floor is level and in good condition.

• Hardwood: Sometimes, engineered wood can be installed over old hardwood if the surface is level. However, with carpet or tile, it’s generally recommended to remove the old flooring to ensure proper adhesion and avoid problems with moisture.

Ochoa FloorXperts services all over the DMV. We have completed projects in Arlington, D.C., Fairfax, Leesburg, Ashburn, Winchester, Stephens City, etc. We will come to you if you're in the DMV area!

• Hardwood floor Installation

• Sanding

• Refinishing

• low-odor, fast drying products to get you back in home quicker

• Highly durable finish coatings to extend the life of your flooring investment

• Refinish stairs or install new treads and risers

• Refinish hand rails to match existing or new custom blend color of floors