The cold wind howled. . . As the cold winter approaches, many people hope to create a warm and comfortable leisure space in their courtyard. As a new favorite, plastic wood flooring is very popular among homeowners. Because it not only has a natural and smooth texture, but also has super weather resistance. So, how cold-resistant is plastic wood flooring in winter? What should you pay attention to when using it in winter?

First of all, the cold resistance of plastic wood flooring is great. Plastic wood flooring uses a special combination of materials. By compounding wood fiber with plastic, the surface is wrapped with a polymer protective layer, making it super weather-resistant and waterproof. It can resist the erosion of low temperature, ice, snow and moisture, and is not easy to deform, crack and fade. Even during the freezing and thawing process of rain and snow, the appearance of wood plastic flooring will not change significantly.

Secondly, the wood-plastic flooring will have expansion joints designed during installation. Expansion joints are used to provide expansion space for the floor at different temperatures to avoid cracking of the floor due to temperature changes. In winter, the plastic wood floor is in a state of cold contraction. In order to avoid the thermal expansion effect of the floor when the weather warms up, a gap of 2-5mm should be left. Good quality wood plastic flooring will not have very obvious thermal expansion and contraction. There will be no significant change in appearance. It can ensure the stability and service life of the floor!

Finally, the weather resistance of plastic wood flooring is closely related to the quality of the product itself. Choosing high-quality plastic wood flooring brands and materials can ensure the longevity and performance of the floor. When purchasing, you can pay attention to brand reputation, material quality and after-sales service, and choose products that suit your needs.

Although the installation and use of plastic wood flooring does not have much to do with the season, you should still pay attention to the following points when using it:

1. Cleaning and maintenance: The weather is dry in winter, and dust and debris are easy to accumulate in the yard. Clean the floor surface regularly, using a soft-bristled brush or a damp cloth to avoid excessive accumulation of dirt.

2. Anti-slip measures: Although the surface of the plastic wood floor is designed with anti-slip grooves, in the cold winter, rain and snow mix and the surface freezes, causing the surface texture of the floor to be covered with ice, increasing the risk of slipping. Anti-slip mats can be laid on the plastic wood floor to clean the surface of ice and snow in time to improve the safety of the floor.

3. Snow shoveling tools: Never use a metal shovel or sharp tool when shoveling snow or ice from the floor. This can damage the surface of the floor. It is recommended to use a plastic shovel or a flexible broom.

4. How to shovel snow: When shoveling snow, it should be flush with the floor and cannot be shoveled vertically. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the seams. Also, please do not use ice cutters, even plastic ones, as they may cause permanent cuts.

5. Melting agent selection: You can use calcium chloride-based “ice melting agent” or rock salt to remove snow and ice from wood-plastic floors. But it is worth noting to choose an environmentally friendly melting agent. If it is not an environmentally friendly melting agent, it will cause chemical pollution and cause greater harm to children and family members. And you cannot choose a melting agent that has added dyes, as it will cause color pollution.

The performance of outdoor plastic wood flooring is still very good! Severe cold and heat have little impact on it. Its weather resistance, cold resistance, long service life and good stability are all the reasons why it has become a new favorite outdoors. Let plastic wood flooring bring you a warm and comfortable time in this cold winter!

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