What can damage a hardwood floor?

Water - Wet mopping or excessive water causes wood grain to raise and the wood to expand, crack, splinter and possibly, in extreme cases, to discolor or mildew.

Oil Soaps - Do not use Murphy Oil Soap, Endust, Pledge, Future, Mop&Glo, Brite or other waxes and/or polishes.

Ammonia Cleaners - Do not use ammonia cleaners because they will dull or damage your hardwood floor. NEVER use Fantastik or 409.

High Heels - Heels that have lost their protective caps or shoes with any sharp exposed nail or stone will exert more pressure than an elephants foot (up to 8,000lbs per square inch of pressure) on a floor.

Sunlight - Exposure to sun and its UV rays can cause wood floors to fade, change color or experience surface checking, and even cause color changes in its protective finish. To avoid these problems, we recommend using draperies or shades to help block harmful rays.

wood floor care
Regardless of what you might think, wood flooring is actually one of the easiest types of flooring to maintain. It wears very well and cleaning is not difficult. Here are some care and maintenance tips of which you might not be aware.