Now that you know how changing weather affects your hardwood floors, is there any way to prevent it? You will be happy to hear that there are a couple of remedies to the problems imposed by humidity and the sun. The first and most obvious answer is to invest in a humidifier. Controlling your home’s humidity year-round is highly recommended as it not only improves your indoor air quality but your hardwood floor’s condition as well. 

Unfortunately, hardwood discoloration is a bit more tricky to deal with. Many homeowners choose to place rugs in their house where the sun manages to get in; however, that does not account for debris tracked in from outdoors. Certain woods are more prone to the effects of discoloration than others so it is important to keep that in mind. Lighter hardwood such as oak, maple, and birch generally perform better in the sun than other materials.