To ensure the full benefit of the warranties and to extend the beauty of your new exotic hardwood flooring for the many years to come, we recommend the following steps to be considered:

 

Use floor mats at all entrances to keep dirt and moisture from being tracked.  Mats and area rugs should be slip resistant with backing that will not discolor your floor.

 

To prevent scratches and dents, install felt floor protectors under furniture legs.  Use soft rubber casters for rolling furniture.

 

Avoid high heels or shoes that need repair.  Some types of high heel shoes can severely damage your hardwood floor.

 

Maintain a healthy humidity level at 35 - 55%.  In some areas within North America humidity levels change drastically throughout the seasons.  Extreme changes can cause damage to your floor.  The installation of a humidfier and/or dehumidifier may be advisable.

 

Sweep and vacuum your floor regularly - do not let dirt or grit build up on your floors.

 

For normal, regular cleaning - use a sponge mop with clear water, squeezed very dry; for heavier cleaning add a hardwood floor cleaner that is specified for polyurethane coated hardwood floors.  Hardwood floor clears are available at flooring stores and most hardware stores.

 

Never wet mop your hardwood floor and never use wax.

 

Remove wear spills or other liquid spills immediately.

 

Please note:  Exposure to sunlight and its UV rays will cause the floor to darken somewhat - depending on the wood species.  This is a normal process.  We recommend re-arranging rugs and furniture periodically, so the floor ages evenly.  Some exotic wood may also change in color.  This is a desired and natural process and needs to be taken into consideration when purchasing exotic hardwood flooring.