The number one enemy of your hardwood floor is sand, grit and other foreign matter. When walked on, it acts like sandpaper, scratching, dulling and denting your hardwood floor. Prevent this by sweeping, dust mopping or vacuuming on a regular basis. Gently use suction-only vacuums that have smooth edges.
Use pH neutral (not strong) cleaners for cleaning to avoid residue build-up, damage, or dulling. Avoid using steel wool or other abrasive pads that might mark your floor.
Prolonged contact with moisture will swell the grain of the wood. Wipe up any water or other spills as soon as they happen. Watch for leaks from plants or windows.
Be careful with high heels. The pressure point of a high heel is approximately 2000 pounds per square inch.
Always lift, never drag, when moving furniture. Keep furniture legs in good repair, or loose leg won’t dig into the hardwood finish. Where possible, use felt pads on contact areas to provide cushioning and scratch protection. Avoid coasters that might slide easily but that can trap sand and grit and act like sanding disks.
As much as possible, keep heavy objects out of the hardwood area, that if dropped or tipped over might mark or dent the floor.
Direct sun can fade and discolor wood, or yellow some finishes. Where possible, close window coverings during high sunlight times to deflect sunlight’s ultraviolet rays and to reduce their harmful effect.
The use of mats and area rugs is one of the best protection measures to remove foot dust and dirt, and to absorb moisture. But before putting them down, be careful not to trap moisture underneath. Extra matting outside entrances is also helpful in keeping problem soiling out of your home.
Keep humidity levels in your home between 35-50%. This will help protect your floor from being dimensionally affected by humidity changes.
Carpet care
Allergy Tips
Keep pets out of bedrooms.
Keep bedroom decor as simple as possible. Keep books out of the bedroom and damp wipe flat surfaces regularly. Do not use upholstered furniture in bedrooms and keep out stuffed toys, powders, perfumes, and flowers.
Use washable synthetic blankets, sheets, and bedspreads, and launder regularly on the hot cycle.
Use pillows that are synthetic and washable.
Encase pillows and beds in slipcovers, preferably cloth with a rubberized backing.
Apply mold inhibitors such as Lysol or Tilex to bathroom tiles and grouting, and to window frames and sills.
Wash window curtains regularly. Synthetic fabric or Venetian blinds are best.
Keep carpet and furnishings clean. Vacuum regularly. Central vacuum systems that vent to the outside are best.
To help control dust, use a product such as Allergex Emulsion Concentrate prescribed by physicians. Use it in the last rinse cycle when washing clothes, for wiping or spraying down furnishings, and for sponging down pets (but not cats who might lick it off).
Use a quality electrostatic air filter for the furnace.
Install a portable air filter that uses HEPA type filters, particularly in the bedroom(s).
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