Fall into Floors 🍂
Bella’s Flooring Newsletter – Issue 2
Welcome back to B-News! In our very first issue, we introduced you to our wonderful team and gave you a peek into the roles we each play. This time, we’re diving into all things Fall—and yes, that means talking about how to prep your home (and floors!) for the busy holiday season ahead.
One of the top questions we get as a flooring company is:
“How can I keep my floors looking new?”
After investing in beautiful hardwood, LVP, laminate, tile, or carpet, it makes sense that maintaining that just-installed look is a big priority. The good news? Sometimes the simplest solutions make the biggest difference—like using entrance mats!
We all know doormats for outside the front door, but placing mats both outside and just inside your entryway works wonders. They catch dirt, mud, rocks, and moisture before they get a chance to scratch or dull your floors. Small step, huge payoff.
Quick Care Tip: Don’t forget your mats need love, too!
Indoor mats → Vacuum or toss them in the wash (if machine-washable).
Outdoor mats → Shake out dirt and debris regularly.
For the best floor protection, we suggest pairing one outdoor mat with one indoor mat. Outdoor mats take the brunt of the mess, so look for tough rubber styles that resist slipping, moisture, and wear. Some are made of coir, a natural fiber from coconut husks. Coir mats are eco-friendly and great at brushing dirt from shoe treads—but since they’re natural, they last longer in covered spots (like a porch) and need time to dry out after getting wet.
Once inside, your threshold or entryway mat is your last line of defense. Choose something absorbent to soak up leftover moisture, and if possible, make it machine-washable (cotton mats are a great option). Easy to clean, easy to maintain, and your floors will thank you. 🙌
Mercier Collection
We’re excited to introduce one of our newest hardwood brands — Mercier, a Canadian hardwood company that was the very first to manufacture prefinished floors. With 45 years of experience, Mercier has become a leader in quality, sustainability, and design.
Mercier offers a wide variety of hardwood species including red oak, white oak, yellow birch, hard maple, hickory, and white ash. Not only do their Generations+ and Generations Intact 2500 finishes hold a Greenguard Gold environmental certification, but they’re also plant-based, hypoallergenic, and among the clearest finishes on the market. These advanced finishes are water-resistant and up to 10× more scratch-resistant, making them both versatile and durable for everyday life, especially for those with children or pets.
One of the things we admire about Mercier is their vertical integration. For over twenty years, they have owned and operated their sawmill in Drummondville, Quebec, which supplies the raw lumber. That same facility handles kiln-drying and the initial transformation into wood planks. Then the boards are sent to their head office and finishing facility in Montmagny, Quebec, where staining, finishing, and the final quality checks happen. It means every step—from log to plank—is under their control.
Mercier also shines when it comes to design flexibility. They offer a wide range of collections, each with its own unique personality. The Naked Collection, for example, highlights the wood’s natural tones for a raw, organic look, while other collections focus on color, texture, or finish options. With choices in species, grade, width, gloss level, and texture, there’s truly something for every style.
On top of that, Mercier is committed to sustainability. They source wood from responsibly managed forests and operate with one of the lowest waste rates in the industry. With Mercier’s wide selection of species, finishes, grades, and their full control over the production chain, there’s bound to be a hardwood floor for everyone—and we’re excited to now offer this brand as part of our lineup!