How Do You Keep Dining Chairs from Scratching Hardwood Floors?

Hardwood floors rarely get scratched by the chair leg itself. The real culprit is fine grit trapped underneath, which acts like sandpaper every time a chair moves. This guide explains how to stop that happening, starting with choosing felt pads thick enough to keep working and fitting them so they actually stay attached. We look at the differences between adhesive, nail in and screw in glides, why mixing protector types creates a wobble, and how rug size and pile depth affect chair movement in a dining area. There is also advice on realistic maintenance intervals, habits that cause more damage than any product can prevent, and how to deal with scratches that have already happened, from surface marks in the finish to deeper gouges that reach the bare timber....