Wood Floor Care and Routine Maintenance
The Traditional Range is suitable for use in Commercial and Domestic situations. As with all Hardwood Floors maintenance is the key to lifelong service and beauty. Wood will mature with age, some colours will change and get a richer tone by exposure to UV light (sunlight).
By following these simple maintenance guidelines you will maintain the natural beauty of the floor. You should always remember, wood is a natural product; its looks will improve as the floor matures.
By following these simple guidelines your Hardwood Floor will remain attractive and give many years of use.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Dirt and Grit are the enemies of all Wooden Floors. Make sure that a sturdy doormat is in place both inside and outside all exterior access doorways. Sharp objects can damage your floor. Always protect the floor by using felt pads on furniture legs. Don’t forget that pet’s claws, stiletto heels and sharp objects can scratch and damage the floor.
VACUUM & DAMP CLEAN
Use a Vacuum cleaner on a daily basis. This will remove Dirt and Grit and save it from scratching the floor surface. For more thorough cleaning use a damp mop or cloth with a light spray of Finitec Cleaner. Remember, you must never use too much water on wooden floors. Standing water should be removed immediately.
STAINS
As with all floor coverings stains should be removed whilst they are still wet. After removal of the stain wipe the floor with a clean damp cloth.
REPAIRS
Small nicks and scratches can be touched up using our colour-matched fillers. For slightly larger areas a small amount of our Touch-Up sealer can be mixed with the filler. In the case of larger areas of damage the floor can be sanded and resealed. Only a suitable expert should carry out this type of work.
RE-SEALING / REJUVENATING
After a period of time you may find that in some areas (entranceways, high traffic areas etc.) the floor starts to look dull. In the first instance use a Refinisher. For best results this should be used with a Refinisher Applicator.
With correct maintenance your Hardwood Floor will give many years of use, adding a warmth and beauty.
Any advice given is based on our experience. The ultimate responsibility is on the floor layer to satisfy themselves that the site conditions are suitable for hardwood flooring.
BASIC FITTING GUIDANCE
- 1. All wet work should be completed.
2. Sub floor should be sound and level.
3. New concrete floors should be thoroughly dry.
4. If laying over an existing timber floor ensure that there are no nails protruding, loose boards are firmly fixed and the moisture content of the floor is suitable for a hardwood floor.
5. Heating systems should be operating at normal living temperatures.
6. Suitable expansion gaps should be left at walls and doorways between rooms.
7. Always knock the boards up from the tongue side.
8. A suitable nailing machine is recommended.
9. The floor layer is the last person to inspect a board. If in doubt don’t lay it.
