Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Knowing How To Clean Hardwood Floor

Knowing How To Clean Hardwood Floor

By Kendra David


A lot of people are choosing to change their floor into hardwood because of the elegance and sophistication it can give your room or home interior. Aside from that, hardwood floors also have the advantage of not being able to trap dust and allergens that can put you and your family's health at risk.

If you have decided to install hardwood floor into your home or room, one of the things that you should know is how to clean your hardwood floor in order for it to stay beautiful and elegant looking as it ages. You need to follow certain steps in making sure that you will be able to clean your hardwood floor without the possible risk of destroying it. Below are some helpful hints on how to properly clean your hardwood floor:

-Water may cause damage to your hardwood floor since it may cause seepage that may initiate rotting into your floor. That is why it is important to avoid the use of too much water as much as possible when you are cleaning your floor. Aside from that, you should also make sure to wipe away any water spills on your floor immediately.

-Vinegar and detergents that are oil-based should not be used in cleaning your hardwood floor since it may cause dulling and discoloration of the hardwood. Chemically-neutral substance can be used instead.

-To avoid scratches on your hardwood floor, you should not drag furniture when moving them around. Also, avoid the use of unclean tools such as unwashed mops which may contain debris and dirt which may cause scratched to your floor.

-Use vacuum regularly or once a week to make sure that dirt and allergens will be taken away from your floor. Remember to no use vacuum always though since it can possibly cause corrosion into your hardwood floor. During times when you will not use vacuum, you can make use of a soft broom to sweep your floor instead to be able to clean your hardwood floor.

-Use of rugs in entryways is recommended since it will capture most of the dirt coming from shoes of your visitors and guests. Aside from that, use of rugs in areas where water is most likely to be present is advisable so that it will capture any possible water spills that can initiate rotting on your hardwood floor.

- Another recommended step for you to be able to clean your hardwood floor appropriately is to use plastic pads on your furniture feet. By doing this, you will be able to move your furniture around and not risk your hardwood floor for any scratches.

-Reading manufacturer's recommendation and instruction is also essential for you to be able to know the proper way of cleaning the specific hardwood that you have installed in your room or home.

-Since there are different kinds and types of hardwood, it is important to know what kind of hardwood is installed into your floor since it is significant that you know this information especially that different kinds of hardwood may require different kind or process of cleaning.




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