Engineering Hardwood Flooring

1.       Performing Maintenance on Your Engineered Hardwood Flooring

Usually, a quick sweep, dust mop, or gentle vacuum is sufficient for cleaning your engineered hardwood floors. To preserve their appearance and functionality, it's important to avoid excessive moisture during the cleaning process. If you're uncertain about which cleaning method is appropriate, consulting a flooring retailer is recommended for clarification.

2.       How Moisture Can Adversely Affect Engineered Hardwood

 Overabundance of moisture can cause several undesired alterations to your flooring, including cupping, gapping, and even cracking. It's crucial to abstain from using water while cleaning your floors and to adhere to the recommended cleaning techniques provided by the manufacturer, which in this case is us. In case of a spill, it's advisable to clean it up promptly to prevent any potential harm to the floor's structure.

3.        Tips for Extending the Lifespan of Your Engineered Hardwood Flooring

 To safeguard your engineered hardwood floors, it's prudent to establish a consistent cleaning regimen, fit furniture with floor protectors (such as chair leg pads), and position throw rugs or carpet runners in frequently trafficked zones throughout your house. It's crucial to refrain from dragging or pulling heavy items or furniture across the floor to avoid damage.

4.  Useful Pointers for Preventing Discoloration

 To prevent direct sunlight from shining on the floor, shift any covered areas occasionally. Avoid exposing your floor to direct sunlight, which can lead to damage or bleaching. Lastly, always ensure that proper window light filtering coverings are used.

5.       Strategies for Coping with Seasonal Humidity Fluctuations Indoors

 During the period when the furnace or other heating systems are inactive, which typically occurs in the late spring, summer, and early fall, it's highly recommended to utilize a dehumidifier to maintain a suitable indoor humidity level. Neglecting to protect your floor from excessive humidity can lead to expansion and cause damage. Conversely, when the heating systems are in operation (usually in late fall, winter, and early spring), using a humidifier system is highly encouraged. A humidifier not only enhances air quality but also adds moisture to the air, which helps prevent issues such as shrinking (cracks between the boards or other damage to your floor).

Care & Maintenance – Vinyl

1.       How to Clean Your Vinyl Flooring

 Maintaining the allure and extending the lifespan of your vinyl flooring necessitates proper cleaning techniques. To remove dirt and grit, dry sweep or vacuum the floor before wet cleaning. Utilizing vinyl cleaner, mist a small area of the floor and wipe it clean with a microfiber mop pad. Make sure the mop pad is clean by rinsing or replacing it.

2.       Tips for Enhancing the Lifespan of Vinyl Flooring

 To maintain the scratch-resistant properties of vinyl flooring, it's important to keep the surface clear of debris, small stones, and other unwanted items that can be dragged across the floor. Avoid direct contact with sharp objects or hard materials that may cause irreversible damage to the vinyl floors. When relocating bulky furniture, safeguard your floor with runner boards or dollies. Use felt pads under furniture, tables, and chairs to prevent scratches. Additionally, placing walk-off mats at doorways and keeping your pet's nails trimmed can help preserve the flooring. Regularly clean dirt, dust, salt, and other abrasive materials to avoid scratches and blemishes on the wear-layer of the vinyl floors. To prevent shrinkage during low humidity conditions when central heaters are running, use a central humidifier during winter months. Use an air conditioner or dehumidifier periodically during non-heating seasons to maintain the condition of the vinyl floors.