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(1) Never clean hardwood floors
w/water. Don't use wax, cleaner
products that are mix with water
as oil
soaps. Water dulls finish,
may
permanently damage floor.
(2) Spike/stiletto heeled shoes,
especially
in poor repair, causes damage to hardwood floors due
to
extreme compressive forces.
Footwear produces loads
in
excess of 1000 pounds per sq. inch,
even
when worn by someone of average
build.
(3) If your floors abuts exterior doors,
put out door mats, & inside
rugs to keep dirt & moisture from
being
tracked onto hardwood floor.
Don't
use rubber, foam back, or plastic mats
as
they discolor the floor. To prevent
slippage
of rugs, use approved vinyl
rug underlay
from reputable manufacturer.
(4) The rugs should be moved, they block sunlight which gives
the
appearance of discoloring under the
rug.
(5) Use floor protectors on the feet
of all
furniture that contacts
the
floor to avoid scratches. When moving your
furniture & appliances use caution
to avoid scratching, indenting,
or
gouging. Some objects may be to heavy
to
move across hardwood floor under
any
circumstances.
(6) Certain types of casters on furniture
damages hardwood flooring. Use
commercial
grade felt pads. Change the pads
every 4 months on your furniture that
undergoes
excess movement. the furniture that
doesn't
have the right casters, we
recommend
that you change them.
(7) A humidifier is recommended to
prevent
excessive shrinkage of hardwood floors
due to
humidity levels. Wood stoves &
electric/gas
heat may cause dry conditions.
A
humidity level of 35-55% is recommended.
(8) In damp conditions, proper humidity
levels
can be maintained with the air conditioner
or a dehumidifier, or by periodically
turning
your heating system on during the summer
months. In certain circumstances you
may
have to combine the two forms of humidity
control to maintain the humidity
in your home.
