Today’s hardwood floors are quick and easy to maintain; and with a little preventative maintenance, can look beautiful for years to come. All hardwood floors should be cleaned regularly. Simply sweep, dust mop, or vacuum to remove grit and dirt. Avoid using a wet mop as over time this can damage the finish.
Remember: water and wood do not mix.
Simple Do’s and Don’t for a floor that’ll last a lifetime
DO’s:
• Sweep, vacuum, or dust mop regularly.
• Immediately wipe up liquid spills with cloth or paper towels.
• Maintain with Bona® hardwood floor cleaner for un-waxed/un-oiled finishes.
• Use felt protectors or furniture coasters under heavy furniture.
• Close curtains or blinds to limit direct sun exposure.
• Maintain room temperature (60-80°F).
• Maintain relative humidity in room/building between 30-50% year-round.
• Caster wheeled chairs should have wide casters.
• A protective mat should be placed under office chairs.
• In areas with icy or snowy winters, extra protection against salt and grit may be needed.
• Place mats and throw rugs at doorways, exteriors and interiors to help prevent the tracking of grit, dirt,
and sand.
• Remember that cleats, sports shoes and high heels can dent any floor surface.
• Place an area rug in front of the kitchen sink to catch water.
DON’Ts:
• Use oil base soaps.
• Use paste wax based products (NEVER wax a lacquered finished floor).
• Drag sharp wooden legs or metal furniture legs as it can scratch/dent hardwood floors.
• Expose to direct sunlight for extended periods of time as it may dry/fade natural wood.
• Use steam cleaners. They are not recommended for use on natural wood flooring.
• Place porous flower pots or vases on the floor.
• Use steel wool or scourers.
• Move heavy furniture without protecting wood flooring by slipping a piece of cloth or pile under the legs
or bottom of items.
• Wet-mop a wood floor. Standing water can dull the finish, damage the wood, and leave a discoloring
residue.
If you ever have any questions, feel free to visit our carpet and flooring showroom in the centre of Bolton. Speak to our trained expert fitters or design consultants at any time.