How to Care for Hardwood Floors
The day has finally come. Your new flooring has just been installed and you are ready to sit back and relax, but wait! You don’t know how to care for hardwood floors.
Don’t panic – We’ve got you covered with this handy pointer guide covering all your floor care questions.
How to Care for Hardwood Floors – Urethane
If your floors feature a Urethane-based finish, we recommend using only a neutral cleaner with a pH of 7. Be mindful not to use any pre-moistened pads, as those have a very high pH and can damage your floors. Apply cleaning solutions with a terry cloth mop and don’t forget to remove any remaining liquid once you are done cleaning.
How to Care for Hardwood Floors – Oil
If your floors feature an Oil-based finish, we recommend using only WOCA maintenance and cleaning products. Use them as directed on their packaging and you’ll be left with a very wear-resistant finish that can be easily maintained.
Click here to view our in-depth guide on which WOCA Floor Maintenance and Cleaning Products are best for your floor’s needs.
What to Avoid When Maintaining Hardwood Floors
We learned how to care for our floors. But let’s also cover everything you should avoid to keep your floors in tip-top shape.
- Vacuum (without the beater bar) or Sweep Regularly
- Maintain a Proper Home Humidity Level of 35-55%
- Don’t Let Your Floor’s Surface Temperature Exceed 82°
- Avoid Excessive UV Ray or Sunlight Exposure
- Use Protective Coverings (Such as Felt Furniture Leg Pads) to Protect Your Floors from Scratches and Dents
- Avoid Excess Water or Other Liquids on Your Floors and Wipe Up Spills Immediately
Finishing Up
Properly caring for your hardwood floor is one way to ensure your flooring’s longevity while also maintaining its beautiful appearance.
If you have a detailed question that might not have been answered by this post, please visit our website’s Care and Maintenance section, located under the “Support” tab. There you will find additional in-depth and thorough information on how to care for your floors.
And when in doubt, reach out! We are only an email or phone call away to answer any questions you may have.
