Hardwood flooring is one of the best interior investments you can add to your home. Realtors and homebuilders alike have acknowledged that wood flooring makes any home more appealing. That being said, maintaining your investment over many years is important. There are a few very simple steps you can take to help protect your wood flooring investment from wear and tear and damage.
Beware dirt and grit.
Dirt and grit can scratch the wood finish when dragged across your floors by shoes or dust mops. Entrance mats help to control the amount of grit and dust coming into the home and dry mopping with microfiber helps to keep the dust that does get in under control.
Vacuum safely
If you choose to use a vacuum on your wood flooring, make sure your vacuum employs a soft brush and never use a vacuum that has a beater bar on your wood floors.
Protect your floors from furniture
Furniture—table and chair legs—can also scratch and damage your wood floors. To avoid damage from furniture movement, place felt pieces on table and chair legs. If your wood floor is in an area such as a dining room, where furniture is frequently moved, you can also use area rugs to protect your floor.
Clean with care
Avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning your hardwood floors. Chemicals can be harmful to your wood floor finish and can cause discoloration. Contact your manufacturer for a recommendation on appropriate cleaners.
Come see us at the 2012 NWFA Expo! We will be at Booth #523
The NWFA Wood Flooring Expo is the only convention and trade show in the world dedicated solely to wood flooring. This year’s show centers around renewal: Renew your business. Renew your energy. Renew your prospects. Come see how the NWFA has renewed its commitment to grow the industry and help grow your business. Enjoy the renewed experience, featuring quality educational seminars and networking, and the exciting relaunch of the trade show, which will include incentives for attending and participating!
Floors are not only where a person walks, but also can be works of art if done with care. Wood floors create beauty and design that carpet can never hope to match. Here are some new and innovative ways builders are making rooms beautiful and one of a kind.
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