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How to keep your floor looking great!
Preventative maintenance is a term commonly used today, but it's importance cannot be overlooked. The following are some basic rules that apply to all Hardwood and Laminate Floors:
Use walk-off mats at all exterior doors to prevent dirt, grit and sand from getting into your house. Throw rugs or small sections of carpet inside entrances are also helpful. Be sure to use rugs that allow the floor to "breathe". Avoid rugs with rubber backing or other non-ventilating material. Dirt and grit are your Hardwood & Laminate Floors worst enemy.
Certain chemicals in wood oxidize in strong light causing the wood to change color. To avoid an uneven appearance, move area rugs regularly and drape or shade windows that allow extended periods of direct sunlight on the floor.
Put soft, protective glides on the legs of all your furniture. This will allow your furniture to be moved easily without scuffing or scratching your floor. Be sure to clean the glides regularly as dirt may become embedded in them. It is also important to make sure that the glides are in good repair. Some furniture may require "barrel" type roller casters (ball type casters may damage the floor). Non-marking rubber casters are the best. Avoid any type of plastic caster.
Vacuum regularly, ( brush attachments work well, sweep or use a dust mop daily). Do not use a household dust treatment! This may cause your floor to become slick or dull the finish.
Our Woodpecker® "Advantage Plus" Hardwood & Laminate Floor Care System can be used on all "Polyurethane, Water Base, Oil Modified and Factory Finished, (UV Cured) Hardwood & Laminate Floors?.
It is important to never use water to clean your Hardwood and Laminate Floors. Excess water will cause deterioration of the wood itself as well as the finish.
Wipe up food and other spills using a damp (not wet) cloth or a Polishing Bonnet. Then wipe the floor with another dry cloth, paper towel or Polishing Bonnet. If the area remains "sticky", lightly mist some Hardwood and Laminate Floor Cleaner on the area and repeat the procedure.
Keep high heels in good repair. Heels that have worn down or have lost their protective cap (exposing the metal support rod) will damage any floor surface!
Observing these simple suggestions will go a long way toward "Protecting Your Investment" and keeping your Hardwood and Laminate Floors looking beautiful for a lifetime.
What Type of Finish Does Your Hardwood Floor Have?
There are many types of finishes used on Hardwood Floors today. Sometimes different finishes are used in different rooms and therefore the type of care and maintenance may vary. It is important for you to know how your floors were finished - what stain , type of finish (brand names) or which manufacturer's "pre-finished" product was used - to ensure that proper floor care procedures are being followed. Your builder, Floor Technician or Retailer should be able to answer these questions for you. Keep this information handy as it will be important later on should you choose to "refinish" your floors.
The following sections outline the proper care and maintenance guidelines for the various types of Hardwood Floor Finishes available.
Polyurethane, Water Base and Factory Finishes
Keep dirt and grit off the floor. Sweep and/or vacuum regularly. Keep walk-off and door mats clean.
Wipe up spills immediately with a dry cloth, paper towel or a Bonnet. For "sticky" spills lightly mist the area with Hardwood and Hard Surface Laminate Floor Cleaner and repeat procedure.
For general cleaning, spray a 6'x6' area with Hardwood and Hard Surface Laminate Floor Cleaner and use the Applicator in a "back and forth" motion to clean the floor, pick up dirt and remove any excess cleaner. Repeat procedure until the entire floor has been completed. It is not necessary to rewipe area with a dry towel as Hardwood and Hard Surface Laminate Floor Cleaner has been designed to dry quickly and without streaking.
When luster does not return in traffic areas such as hallways, kitchens or doorways, the floors may need to be "re-coated" or "re-finished". Consult your local Hardwood Flooring Professional or Namac Industries Inc.for Do-It-Yourself suggestions or a comprehensive quote.
Never wax a Polyurethane, Water Base or Factory Finished Floor! Wax will generally cause these floors to become slippery. Once waxed these floors cannot be screened and "re-coated". Instead your floors will have to be completely sanded down to bare wood to restore and refinish the floor.
Wax Finishes
Keep dirt and grit off the floor. Sweep and/or vacuum regularly. Keep walk-off mats and door mats clean.
Wipe up spills immediately with a dry cloth or dry paper towel. Use a lightly dampened cloth for "sticky" spills and buff with a dry cloth to restore the luster.
When the floor is dull, buff first to see if it will restore the luster prior to re-waxing.
When high traffic areas no longer respond to buffing alone, wax only these areas and buff the entire area to an even luster.
When the entire floor is in need of attention, clean and wax with a single product (use this product for step 4 also). Use a liquid paste wax and cleaner that are specifically designed for Hardwood Floors that have a wax finish! If your floor is stained with a dark stain, then select a product that also contains stain. Be sure to follow the instructions on the label carefully. Apply the product evenly and wipe up the excess as you go. Let dry completely, and buff to the desired luster. Depending on the traffic on your floor this process should only need to be done once or twice a year.
When all else fails, or you acquire a disaster floor, call a Hardwood Flooring Professional for Do-It-Yourself suggestions.
Acrylic Impregnated Finishes
This finish has been injected into the cells of the wood and is throughout the entire thickness of the wear layer. The general cleaning practices of this product involve a spray and buff system requiring a commercial buffer. This practice is recommended for commercial applications.
For residential installations, where a commercial buffer is not available, you should refer to the manufacturer's recommended products.
White or Bleached Floors
As with light colored carpet or vinyl these Hardwood and Hard Surface Laminate Floors are far more susceptible to dirt and traffic areas than those with dark stained or natural finishes. therefore they need an increased frequency of maintenance. Sweep and vacuum often, wipe up spills immediately, and follow the maintenance guidelines recommended for the type of finish used on your floor.
Your may notice tiny cracks or separations between the strips of Hardwood Flooring. No need to worry, this is a natural characteristic of all wood flooring. Due to the "hydroscopic" nature of wood flooring, your floor will expand and contract as the humidity levels in your home rise and fall. During dry seasons when heating is on in your home these cracks will appear to be more prevalent. On a white stained or bleached floor the contrast of these black lines will seem more prominent.
Be aware that depending on the type of finish used on your floor, bleached or white floors may tend to shade over time.
If you have any questions or concerns relating to the care and maintenance of your Hardwood and Hard Surface Laminate Floor, please feel free to contact us at any time. |
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Woodpecker Advantage Plus Floor Care Kit
Featured Highlights: |
- Multi-layered applicator head for soft, safe, clean hardwood mopping.
- Terry Cloth Bonnets for scratchless shine and hold up to tough use.
- Cleaning spray is water-based and also is environmentally friendly and consumer-safe
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