Day-to-day floor upkeep . . .
An efficient maintenance of hardwood floorings starts with regular and frequent cleaning with the use of a broom or a vacuum cleaner to remove as much dirt and grit as possible. Grit and dust will slowly create small abrasions, worsening the finish over time. The good habit of just vacuuming or brooming on a regular basis, can for sure, add some years to wood floorings. No need to revarnish.
Once the wood flooring has no grit, particles and dust, it's now time to proper use a maintenance product formulated for hardwood floors. Using a mop specifically designed for this kind of job is recommended. Microfiber mops will not damage floors. Cleaning movements would have to follow the direction of the wood grains for effective maintenance and cleaning. Make sure to clean the mop when to dirty, then keep going with the floor cleaning. The mop will not have to be used as frequently as the vacuum for cleaning and maintenance. Yet, cleaning with the mop once a month is suitable.
Avoid oil-based cleaning products to clean your wood floor. Waxes and oil-based cleaners and maintenance products can leave an oily film, make it slippery or damage the floor. It can also make wood flooring uneasy to upkeep.
Also to be avoided, even though useful on some floorings, is the use of a combination of vinegar diluted in water.
Quality varnish for long lasting hardwood floors
Even with a daily cleaning and maintenance of your wood flooring, the floor should also get the benefits of a good varnish. Nowadays, an impressive variety of quality varnishes are easily available and recommended to consumers. Depending on the varnish applied, the various distinguishing qualities of hardness, transparency, brightness and resistance will vary a lot. Choosing a good quality varnish is a wise choice when considering the good looking of a wood flooring.
Hope it can be useful. tips to remember for lasting results.
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