Hardwood is the
ultimate flooring material that adds an innate radiance and brilliance to your
magnificent home or office. Hardwood is sturdy, durable and dependable and
special care needs to be taken to maintain its luster and shine. Hardwood lasts
its time of life and has the same grand opulence provided it is preserved and
maintained carefully. You can effortlessly maintain and clean your hardwood flooring Phoenix by following these simple tips.
TIPS TO PRESERVE YOUR
HARDWOOD FLOOR
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Place mats play a vital role in preventing
dust and small particles of dirt from entering your home or office. It is
recommended to place them at all entryways and exits. It is also ideal to place
a mat in kitchens and other areas where water tends to spill to prevent any
sort of damage caused by water. Breathable and ventilated mats are ideal for
use on hardwood floors as they can be dusted at frequent intervals of time.
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You can clean your hardwood flooring using a
slightly wet towel. It is advised not to use a wet mop as it tends to fade the
finish.
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Liquid
spills or food spills need to be removed immediately to avoid any sort of
damage to the floor surface.
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Avoid the
usage of wax on the surface of the hardwood flooring as it reduces the shine on
the floor. Self polishing waxes make the wood floor slippery and give it a dull
look.
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It is
recommended not to move or drag heavy furniture on the floor as it causes
damage and scratches on the surface.
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When
installing hardwood flooring in your kitchen it is advised to place mats near
the sink area to prevent damage due to water spills.
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It is
always advised to use humidifiers on the surface of the flooring to reduce
cracks and gaps in winter.
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Immediately
wipe away dirt, grit and small particles of dust using a wet sponge or a soft
cloth to prevent scratches on the surface of your flooring.
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Food, Liquid
and Animal spills need to be cleaned as soon as they happen to avoid them from
becoming stubborn stains. Rub the area gently using a mild detergent and a soft
cloth.
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Hard marks
caused by chewing gum and candle wax can be removed by crumbling the deposit
using a bag of ice cubes and then cleaning the area with a soft cloth.
·
Do not
allow water to stagnate for a long period of time on the floor as water causes
serious damage to your precious flooring.
·
It is
advised not to use any acidic household cleaning materials to clean the surface
of your flooring.
