Hardwood floors are a beautiful option for home flooring, and with the proper care, they can stay that way for years. Good quality wood floors will add value to your home, and keeping them well-maintained is an ongoing process, but it is relatively easy if you keep on top of it. Our team at Creighton Floor Covering wants to ensure that you not only select the best flooring for your home but also know how to care for it to make it last as long as possible.
Here’s an overview of basic care for hardwood floors.
Regular Cleaning and Maintenance
This is the easy part. Regular sweeping, mopping, and refinishing keep dirt and debris from settling into the wood and making your floors look dingy. Refinishing the floors isn’t something you’ll do nearly as often as cleaning them, but it is important to do it as a matter of routine, depending on the type of wood and finish.
The Right Cleaning Products
To ensure that you don’t damage your floors, it’s important to use the right cleaning products. Harsh chemicals will destroy the finish and discolor the wood. The best products to use are neutral cleaners specially formulated for wood floors. Abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, and wax-based cleaners can all ruin the finish or leave a residue.
Keep Things Dry
Even finished wood is susceptible to water damage. Cleaning up spills immediately protects your floors from absorbing moisture. But moisture from the air is also a concern. Fluctuations in humidity cause wood to expand and contract, which can lead to buckling and cracking. Controlling the climate in your home will help to extend the life of your wood floors.
Protect from Fading and Scratches
Rugs, runners, and mats protect your floors from fading, wear, and scratches, especially in high-traffic areas. In rooms that receive a lot of direct sunlight, UV rays will fade your floors, but you can easily slow this down by using window coverings and area rugs. Avoid wearing hard-soled and high-heeled shoes on your wood floors to prevent scratches.
Hardwood Floors from Creighton Floor Covering
At Creighton Floor Covering, our team will help you select and install the best flooring for your home. Whether you’re looking for carpet, tile, or hardwood floors, we have the right flooring solution for you and your home.
