Do's & Dont's

As part of our service, we would like to provide you with some information that will keep your floors looking new and maintain their great condition.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR YOUR HARDWOOD FLOORS

Do use throw rugs both inside and outside doorways to prevent dirt and grit being tracked in.
Don’t walk with cleats, sports shoes or spiked heels to avoid dents.
Do use soft fabric pads on the bottoms of chair and table legs to avoid scratches.
Don’t let standing water, liquids or pet mishaps warp the finished floor. Clean up spills when they occur.
Do sweep, vacuum, or dust mop regularly. Brush attachments on vacuums and Dry Swiffer get rid of dirt and dust, which can dull and scratch the finish.
Don’t wet-mop a wood floor, use products designed for cleaning tile or vinyl floors, or over-wax your hardwoods.
Do Use a professional wood floor-cleaning product, like
Do use a humidifier in the winter months and air conditioning during the summer in order to minimize the wood’s movement and shrinkage.
And finally…
Do enjoy your new floors!