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- Always follow the manufacturer's recommendations (when known) for the proper care of a wood floor. Get that information from your wood floor installer/retailer, and it is also a good time to purchase your wood floor care products.
- Know the type of finish on the wood floor. Follow the proper maintenance procedures for the particular finish.
- Never wax a urethane floor. A majority of floors installed today have urethane finishes.
- Never use sheet vinyl or tile floor care products on wood floors. Self-polishing acrylic waxes cause wood to become slippery and appear dull quickly. The only remedy in this situation is to sand and refinish the floor.
- Consult with an installer, the finisher or the manufacturer if there is any doubt of the kind of floor finish.
- Place mats and throw rugs at doorways, exteriors and interiors to help prevent the tracking of grit, dirt and sand.
- Sweep or vacuum wood floors regularly.
- Never wet-mop a wood floor. Standing water can dull the finish, damage the wood and leave a discoloring residue.
- Wipe up food and other spills immediately with a dry or slightly dampened towel (wipe dry).
- For a wax floor, buff to restore shine. You may want to invest in a buffer.
- Do not over-wax a wax floor. If the floor dulls, try buffing instead. Avoid wax buildup under furniture and other light traffic areas by applying wax in these spots every other waxing session.
- Put plastic or fabric-faced glides under the legs of furniture to prevent scuffing and scratching.
- Remember: cleats, sports shoes and high heels can dent any floor surface.
- When moving heavy furniture, protect wood flooring by slipping a piece of cloth or pile under the legs or covering each leg with a heavy sock or half of a milk carton.
- For wood flooring in the kitchen, place an area rug in front of the kitchen sink to catch water.
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