PROTECTION

RUGS: Protect your floor with prevention. Dirt, grit, and sand are wood’s biggest enemies. They act like sandpaper on the finish, creating scratches and dulling the shine. Place floor mats or rugs at entrances to catch these particles. Rubber backing on rugs will not typically harm floors, but avoid rugs that contain PVC because they can cause discoloration of the floor.

FELT PADS: To further prevent nicks and scratches avoid dragging furniture across the floor when moving it, lift it instead. Place felt contacts or chair glides under the legs of chairs and tables can also help to prevent a problem.

SWEEPING: For regular maintenance of wood floors use a broom with fine, exploded ends to trap dust and grit or dust mop with a 12 to 18 inch cotton head. Do not use a mop treatment when dust mopping. Vacuums with brush attachments may be used however, do not use a vacuum with a beater bar.

DAMP MOPPING: When damp mopping your floor use only water and neutral pH clears made specifically for hardwood floors. Never use products that may leave an oil or wax residue as this may cause adhesion problems when maintenance coats of finish are applied. Mix water and cleaner in a pail first. Never pour water directly onto the wood floor. Dip a soft cloth or rag mop into the mixture, wring thoroughly and apply to the floor. Premixed cleaner in spray bottles can be used for quick touch-ups.

WATER: Water and other standing liquids can damage a floor’s finish. Standing water can warp a finished floor. Starting at the edge and working toward the center, wipe up spills and other mishaps when they occur.

SUNLIGHT: Sunlight can cause discoloration over time. Close curtains and blinds or add sheer drapes to protect a hardwood floor from intense UV rays.

SHOES: Shoes with exposed nails or women’s stiletto heels will dent any hardwood or vinyl floor, chip ceramic tile, and puncture carpet and pad.

Maintenance, Floor Care Products and Chair Glides are available at the showroom.