Tips for Maintaining Hardwood Floors

Tip 1: Never Allow Spills to Sit on your Hardwood flooring

Water is not kind to hardwood floors. Clean up the liquids immediately, using an absorbent cloth or a shop vac. Also, make sure to get every drop out of the cracks. Leaving liquids on the floor will cause water spots marring the finish of the floors and seep into the cracks which causes more damage. Don’t allow wet food to sit for long as they also do cause just as much damage as liquids.

Tip 2: Sweep Regularly

Sweeping is an important part while maintaining wooden floors. Use a soft bristle broom or a dust mop. Sweep daily to keep things off the floors that might cause scratching or a larger mess when stepped upon. Get into the corners, where dirt and small bits of trash or hair can hide. Keep the floors clear of sharp objects and tools such as hammers.

Tip 3: Cover the Floor when Working

If you are making minor repairs like switching outlet covers, put something like a soft hand towel or wash clothes under the area you are working in. If you lose a screw or drop the screwdriver it is better for them to land on the towel and minimize damage. Lay down drop clothes when painting or cleaning windows or walls.