General Maintenance Guidelines
As with all Hardwood Floors maintenance is the key to lifelong service and beauty. By following these simple maintenance guidelines you will maintain the natural beauty of the floor and it will remain attractive and give many years of use. You should always remember, wood is a natural product; its looks will improve as the floor matures.
Important Do's and Don'ts
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Clean the floor regularly. |
Allow liquid to stand on the floor, this can cause the wood to expand. |
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Wipe up any spilt liquids immediately (wood will absorb liquids and expand). |
Use a wet mop to clean the floor. Always use a damp mop. |
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Use protective pads under all furniture legs. |
Use abrasive cleaners, these will damage the seal. |
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Use barrier mats at all external doors. |
Allow sharp or abrasive objects to come into contact with the floor. |
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Protect your floor from grit. |
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Keep the ambient temperature to 18-20ºC |
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Routine Maintenance
Dirt and Grit are the enemies of all Wooden Floors. Make sure that a sturdy doormat is in place both inside and outside all exterior access doorways.
Always protect the floor by using felt pads on furniture legs.
Sharp objects such as pet’s claws and stiletto heals can cause damage to your floor
