Sweep, dust mop or vacuum your floor routinely, this is the most important step. Loose dirt and grit can scratch the surface of your floor.

Thoroughly clean the heavy traffic areas (kitchen) twice often as others areas

While most food spills will not harm the surface, it is advisable to promptly wipe up with, a dry cloth or paper towels, the spills should then be cleaned with recommended cleaner.

Never clean your wood floor with products such as soaps, detergents and oil soap. Make sure the cleaner is formulated to maintain beauty of hardwood floor with out leaving a soap film residue.

Place area rugs or mats at doorways and in front of the sink. This will help you to catch dirt and water. Never use rubber or plastic backed products as it may damage the floor. Solid cotton is highly recommended.
Never use sheet vinyl or tile floor products in wood floor.

Spike heels cleats and work shoes can be damaging to wood floors. Even women of average build with spike heels on can exert 2000 PSI when she takes a step.

Humidity control is highly recommended. To reduce excessive shrinkage in the winter a humidifier is recommended, while air condition or dehumidifier for the summer.

To move furniture properly across a wood floor it should be picked up.
Narrow guides and certain types of casters can damage hardwood floor. It’s recommended to change to wide type to help prevent damage.

Fabric protectors are a must for furniture legs. This will help prevent scratching and dents.
Most finishes should not be waxed. Please ask a professional or manufactures.

Try to keep potted plants off your floor. This will help prevent condensation build up witch can damage your floor.

Keep pet nails trimmed regularly and try to keep animal play on your wood floors to a minimum.

While most finishes are very durable, there may be a time to recoat your floor. When choosing a finish for your wood floor, remember to ask if the finish can be recoat it in years to come.

More durable finish-longer lasting protection.

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