FAQ

Using a vacuum cleaner on your hardwood floors is one of the easiest ways of cleaning them in a fast and efficient way. So, yes, it’s okay to vacuum hardwood floors! In fact, it’s what you should be doing! However, it’s not okay to do so with every type of vacuum cleaner, so you have to be aware of which ones are okay to be used. Not that the others won’t be effective at cleaning up the floor, but they might cause damage to the hardwood, and are therefore less than ideal. Hardwood floors have one weakness: getting scratched. So …

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If your wooden floor is not quite what it used to be you can revive it. First of all, you want to give it a thorough clean, ideally, you should empty the room completely and be cautious when doing so not to drag furniture as it could exacerbate the issue. You should start with a vacuum, followed by a damp (NOT WET!) mop sprayed with warm water. We recommend specific combo sets right here. You can also use a steam cleaner but if you choose to do so make sure that the seal on the floor is in good condition …

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So you’re thinking about installing hardwood floors, but you’re not sure if the maintenance and care will be worth it. Without proper and regular maintenance the flooring can quickly deteriorate and become damaged. We are here to help! It is super simple to maintain your floors once you know what you’re doing. The care requirements of your hardwood floor depend on the wood used and the finish. The most common wood types are bamboo, oak, pine, maple, and beech. Each of these materials has a different level of resilience and has different needs. The wood can come in strips, planks, …

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If you are thinking about changing your flooring in your home, then you may have come across the term engineered wood floors. If you are unsure what this is, then it is basically the middle ground between laminate flooring and hardwood flooring. Many people confuse engineered wood flooring with laminate, as they can look very similar. However, the main difference is that engineered wood flooring contains a top layer of solid wood, whereas laminate uses a photographic layer that is coated to achieve a wood-like surface. The top layer of engineered wood flooring is referred to as the veneer, and …

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Hardwood flooring can add lots of character to your home and can also make rooms appear bigger than what they are. However, many types of hardwood flooring require regular waxing because over time they can begin to lose their shine, instead becoming dull and dingy. It is important to note that certain types of hardwood flooring should not be waxed if they have a polyurethane surface. If this is the case you will need to get them recoated rather than waxed. You should also refrain from waxing sealed surfaces. Use a water-based polish instead as it isn’t going to cause …

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If you are renovating your home, then you probably have a lot to consider and think about. Most of your time is probably taken up with choosing paint samples, furniture and interior decor. This is why we want to make your life that little bit easier, and help you find the perfect hardwood flooring for your home. You may not have considered hardwood flooring before, as there are many myths that it damages easily, is not scratch resistant, or that there are better types of flooring out there. We’re here to tell you that oak flooring is a wonderful choice …

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