HOW TO CARE FOR SOLID WOOD FLOORING

Wood flooring is a great addition to almost any home. Its beauty and usefulness adds value, but it has to be cared for. As high excellent wood is rather pricey, it's in your best interests to do so.

A hardwood floor can last for years supplied you care for it properly. There are specific things that endanger it and you ought to guard against them. Routine scrubbing, harsh mild and damp can all ultimately damage your floor.

Avoid dragging furniture around. Heavy items and those who have strong legs can scratch the ground's surface, leaving unsightly marks. Always try and lift furniture in case you need to transfer it.

Another way of combating this problem is by affixing soft pads into the parts which will be in contact with the ground. These may be plastic or fabric and will stop scratching. Floors can also be scratched by pieces of grit or sand that have brought in on people's feet. If you keep a mat by the door, then you can minimise this problem.

Should you spill something on your own floor, try and clean this up immediately. Even water can stain, so act quickly. By doing this and following the above suggestions, you need to ensure your floor stays in good condition.