Hardwood care and maintenance
is important for preserving the beauty of your
wood floors. Like any floor covering, real wood
floors will show signs of wear over time,
depending on the size and lifestyle of your
family. But by observing a few precautions, and
using the cleaning and hardwood floor
maintenance program recommended by the
manufacturer, you can expect years of beauty
from your wood floor.
HARDWOOD CARE
Hardwood floor care requires that you never
clean or mop your wood floor with water. Do not
use any wax or cleaner that must be mixed with
water such as oil, soap, or paste wax products;
or other household cleaners that contain lemon
oil, tung oil, or ammonia as this may damage
your floor and result in a loss of warranty.
Water can dull the finish and permanently damage
the floor. To help eliminate fine particles of
dirt and grit that act like sandpaper and will
scratch any floor, vacuum or sweep daily. The
vacuum head must be a felt or brush type. Be
certain that the wheels of the vacuum are clean
and do not damage the finish. DO NOT USE A
VACUUM WITH A BEATER BAR HEAD.
HARDWOOD
MAINTENANCE
For hardwood floor maintenance, remove spills
promptly using a soft cloth and cleaning
products recommended by the manufacturer. Be
sure to keep pet nails trimmed and paws clean
and free of dirt, gravel, grease, oil, and
stains. Place protective pads beneath furniture
legs to reduce scratches and dents. Use a dolly
and protective sheets of plywood when moving
heavy objects, furniture, or appliances. Some
objects may be too heavy to move across a
hardwood floor under any circumstances.
Certain types of casters on furniture may damage
wood flooring. Barrel-type wheels (a minimum 1"
continuous width is recommended) or wide, flat
glides are best for hardwood floor care and
protection.
A humidifier is recommended to prevent excessive
shrinkage of wood floors due to low humidity
levels. Wood stoves and electric heat tend to
cause very dry conditions. In damp conditions,
proper humidity levels can be maintained with an
air conditioner or dehumidifier, or by
periodically turning on your heating system
during periods of high humidity in the summer
months.
Exposure to the sun and its UV rays accelerates
the oxidation and aging of wood and fabrics.
This causes the stain and/or wood to fade and/or
change color. It is recommended that you
rearrange rugs and furniture periodically so the
floor ages evenly.
Remove shoes with spiked or damaged heels before
walking on the floor. Spike or stiletto
high-heel shoes may cause denting and related
damage to wood floors due to the extremely high
compressive force they generate. Such footwear
can produce dynamic loads in excess of 1000
pounds per square inch, even when worn by
someone of slight or average build.
As added protection, use dirt-trapping walk-off
mats at all exterior doors to keep sand, dirt,
grit, grease, and oil off your floor. By
following these recommendations for hardwood
care and maintenance, your floors will remain
beautiful for a long time. General Terms and
Conditions may apply, see
warranty section
for details.
Most people want a high-performance product that can be easily maintained and will retain its appearance long-term.
Thad's works hard to deliver on both counts. First of all, you'll find the best, most comprehensive product warranties available anywhere. And our selections are of the highest quality and yield superior resistance in heavy-traffic areas.
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