Hardwood flooring is a rewarding investment, which will endure for years to come, as long as you treat them with caution and properly maintain them. By following a couple of simple ideas, you can ensure your hardwood flooring retain their original beauty and appeal, saving yourself function in the long term.
Be Cautious of moisture
Hardwood floors is still very much a living material, and because of this it reacts to the environment around it. Excessive levels of moisture can make your floors to cup and swell, so it is essential to be skeptical of moisture. A slightly damp mop can be used to clean hardwood surfaces, but no more than this. If a liquid gets spilled in your floors, be sure to clean it up as soon as possible, to prevent any moisture soaking into the wood.
Refrain from placing potted plants directly connected with your floors, even if they are placed on watertight saucers. Condensation can grow under these and damage your flooring. To avoid this, place your plants on trivets or racks, so that air can circulate under.
Sweep or vacuum regularly
To avoid the accumulation of dust, grime, grit, or other things that could cause scratching, sweep or vacuum the hardwood floors on a normal basis.
In the event you choose to sweep, attempt using a broom with soft bristles or a dust mop. When using a vacuum, try to turn off the beater bar if possible, since this can cause damage to your hardwood flooring. If you can't turn off the beater bar, look at using a attachment with a softer upholstery nozzle.
Pick your cleaning products Attentively
Never use standard home cleaning remedies such as furniture polish on hardwood flooring, since this may cause the surface to become slippery, leading to drops, as well as dulling the end. Always consult with the manufacturer's guidelines and utilize their preferred cleaning products to make sure your hardwood flooring does not shed its end.
