HARDWOODS
When it comes to natural beauty, it's hard to beat the look and warmth of a real hardwood floor. Like most floor covering products, hardwood flooring has changed dramatically over the past few years, and here at Turner's we carry a wide array of hardwood floors from companies like Shaw, Bruce and Zickgraf. We also offer expert hardwood installation. From 3/4" solid oak, maple, and other hardwood species, to the prefinished engineered or longstrip floors, we can help you choose the right hardwood floor for your decor and lifestyle.
Here are a few tips we offer our customers on how to maintain your new hardwood floor.
Don't Damp Mop!! - Water and wood floors don't mix! Use only the manufact- urer's recommended cleaning products!
New Construction - Many times the hardwood floors are installed prior to a new home being completed. If possible, lay heavy cardboard sheets or heavy paper down over your floors while workers are still in the house.
Vacuum Regularly - Small stones, mud, and gritty dirt tracked in from outside can play havoc on the wood floor's finish. To help combat this, use long bristle welcome mats at all outside entrances for people to wipe their feet on before entering onto the floors. Also, vacuum using a soft bristle brush attachment.
. Use the Proper Chair Glides - Narrow wheels and sharp wooden or metal furniture legs can scratch and dent hardwood flooring, which can quickly turn a newly refinished floor into an old worn floor. Any furniture that rests directly on top of a hardwood floor should have felt protectors, or furniture coasters under the feet. For extremely heavy objects such as a piano, use rubber cups.
Don't Use Oil Soaps - There are many over-the-counter oil-soap based that can damage or dull the finish of your hardwood floor. The best suggestion is to only use the manufacturer's recommended cleaning products on your hardwood floor.
Never Wax a Urethane Floor - If you have a polyurethane finish on your hardwood floors, you should never apply a wax. Always use the manufacturer's recom- mended polishes and cleaners!
Wipe Spills Immediately - When accidents happen and some liquid gets spilled on your hardwood floor, you should use a slightly damp white cloth or paper towel to immediately clean up and dry the effected area. For more difficult spots, follow the manufacturer's recommended cleaning procedures.
