Hardwood flooring care and maintenance
Routine care
Vacuum or sweep your floor clean once a week, or more if needed.
The vacuum head must be brush or felt. do not use vacuums with beater
bars or hard heads. A good quality dust mop is also highly recommended
to eliminate finer particles of grit and dirt that can act like sandpaper
on a hardwood floor.
Spills and tracked in dirt should be cleaned immediately. Using
specific (always use manufacturers recommended products) hardwood
floor cleaning products, lightly apply to the surface and wipe with
a sponge or mop or a soft cloth. excess cleaner that does not evaporate
immediately should be dried with a clean towel. For difficult use
manufacture recommended spot cleaners.
Apply manufacturer recommended protective top dressings. See manufacturers
specifications for frequency and method of application. When possible,
apply with the grain.
Tips
Do
Wipe up spills immediately
Use door mats and throw rugs outside room entrances and in front
of kitchen sink and refrigerator to help keep dirt and grit off your
floor, and to prevent damage and excessive wear.
Place runners and area rugs along high traffic areas.
Move heavy appliances and furniture by using a dolly rolled over
plywood or pressed board.
Use furniture leg protector pads under all furniture legs.
Don't
Don't use any of the following products on your floor: ammonia based
cleaners, acrylic finishes, wax based products, detergents, bleach,
polishes and oil soaps, or abrasive cleaning soaps.
Don't allow water to stand on your floor for any length of time.
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