Top 10 Care Tips for Hardwood Floors
Posted: 11.08.2010 at 11:35 AM

Experience the warmth of hardwood flooring; whether you leave it bare or add colorful area rugs it suits most any lifestyle, any home.

Easy and Elegant, hardwood floors offer natural beauty and a wide variety of styles and shades. In addition to their attractive appearance hardwood flooring has many practical advantages, such as durability, their resistance to allergen trapping and their low maintenance.

Top 10 Care Tips for Hardwood Floors

Do not use wax, vinyl or tile floor care products

Use non-rubber backed mats and area rugs in high traffic areas

Move rugs regularly to avoid wood discoloration from light

Do not damp mop wood flooring or use oil soaps

Do not use furniture polish or dust preventing products

Wipe up spills with a damp cloth immediately

Put protective pads or glides under furniture

Avoid cleats, high heels and casters on wood  floors

Do not drag furniture across wood flooring

Use area rugs in kitchen areas, where wet spills are likely to occur