MAINTENANCE

Knights' of Meaford Inc. Pre-finished floors require minimum maintenance to keep their good looks for a lifetime.

• When necessary, vacuum (Do not use a vacuum with a rotary brush or beater bar as it will scratch the floor), sweep, or dust mop   your hardwood floors to get rid of any dust and dirt on your floor.  If the floor needs wiping from time to time use a damp cloth or a well wrung out sponge mop. 

• Wipe up spills immediately.

• If there is a door leading outside from the room where you have installed your hardwood flooring, use a doormat to catch the dirt and absorb humidity.  Never use a rubber mat.  Plastics or Styrofoam should never be in contact with hardwood.
• Use high quality rugs and runners for the higher traffic areas.
• When moving heavy appliances and furniture, place on a reversed piece of carpet and a smaller piece of plywood. Place furniture on this and slide smoothly over floor.

• Avoid pointed objects such as spiked-heeled and sport shoes that may damage to the finish of your floor.

• Use felt pads under all furniture and chair legs to ease movement and prevent scratches. Keep protectors clean and check them regularly for signs of wear.

•  Keep the relative humidity between 40 and 55%

• Keep pet claws trimmed to avoid scratching floors. Scratches are less visible on low-gloss finished floors.

• Avoid using water, oil based cleaners, ammonia, detergents, waxes etc on your hardwood floors.

• The floor will require periodic refinishing for product protection and beautification.