Here are 4 ways you're ruining your wood floor. Avoid these mistakes to keep your floor clean, shiny and scratch-free.
Wet cleaning
Today's wood flooring is much more resistant to water. But that doesn't mean that you can drench the floor with water.
Water and wood do not mix. Never clean your hardwood floor with water. Also, avoid using steam cleaner on hardwood as it can warp the floorboards.
Wearing shoes inside the house
This is one of the most common things we do every day. However, hardwood flooring can get damaged very easily. The dirt and mud can bring scratch on the wooden floor. High-heeled shoes can also cause denting in hardwood. Taking your shoes off before coming in will not only keep damage away from your floor, it also helps keep the house clean.
Floor Cleaning
Blinds, shutters and drapes may not be what you had in mind when you built your home, but these window treatments can protect your hardwood floor from UV damage. Keep the blinds or curtains closed during the day to prevent fading.
Are there children or pets in the house?
Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasives to clean your floor. While it is tempting to use baking soda or other cleaners to get rid of that stain, these cleaning products are likely to leave some nasty marks on your floor. Clean your floors with products that are approved by your hardwood floor manufacturer.
Procrastinating
We understand that you're busy with work and taking care of your family, but wood floors also require attention in order to maintain its beauty. You need to care for it and maintain it.
Dust particles and gritty dirt can scratch your floor when they sit for too long. To keep dirt from building up and scratching your floor, we suggest that you sweep up dirt daily and dust mop your floor on a regular basis.
