When the installation is complete, it's easy to sit back and think you're set for years. Don't relax just yet.
To maintain the beauty of your floor and the value of your investment, you need to maintain your floor properly. Check out our Maintenance Tips for things you should do. Look below for the biggest mistakes to avoid.
Big mistake: Not taking care of your floor
We know it's easy to keep putting care of your floors off until "next week." Don't do it. A little bit of the right effort every week can keep your floor lovely and your warranty intact. There are some simple things that you can do right now that will help maintain the value of your floor.
Put felt pads under furniture.
Make sure castors are appropriate for wood floors. Place rugs or doormats at all entrances so that abrasive dirt is not tracked on to your floor.
Protect the floor from ultraviolet light.
Place rugs in the kitchen and other places where there may be spills.
Big Mistake: Not following manufacturer's guidelines
To keep that warranty intact you need to follow manufacturer's guidelines on caring for your floor. If we install your floor, we'll also provide you with specific guidelines for taking care of it.
Big Mistake: Not paying attention to temperature and humidity
One reason that hardwood floors are so lovely is that they respond to the environment like a living thing. Your floor is sensitive to changes in temperature and relative humidity. Maintain a temperature between 20 to 24 C. Keep the humidity between 40 and 60 percent.
Big Mistake: Not taking care of spills right away
Every home has spills. The trick is to clean them up right away. That's how you avoid moisture damage to your lovely floors.
Properly maintained hardwood floors will hold their value for years. During those years you'll be able to enjoy their beauty and warmth. To make sure that happens, avoid these mistakes and follow our maintenance tips.
Explore the entire site to learn about types of wood floors and the ways to finish, install, and maintain them. We'll help you learn what you need to know and avoid costly mistakes.
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