Simple Tips For Longer Lasting Timber Floors

There are many known benefits that timber floors offer to those looking for a more beautiful, easier to maintain and environmentally option. For many homeowners, they readily attest that timber floors make their living space attractive, but also add value to their property. For this reason, your timber flooring must be cared for properly so that you may fully reap its benefits.



A well-maintained timber flooring can lasts for years, with minimal maintenance like regular cleaning and re-coating. There are a few very simple tips to help you keep those timber floors sparkling and looking new all year round. In fact, a timber floor made from hardwood can look fresh for many years like it has just been installed. The secret is to keep those dirt and grit cleaned off from your timber floor.



The accumulated dirt and grit on the surface of your timber flooring is very unsightly. Moreover, they can scratch and dull your timber making them appear shabby easily. Your first line of defense is regular use of vacuum, the type with soft bristles or better yet, an electrostatic head attachment. In place of a vacuum, an electrostatic mop will do wonders as well. The electrostatic material easily removes the dirt by acting like a magnet.



Using the right equipments enables you to clean your timber floors easily. It will only require a few minutes to cover a wide area. It is so simple that even the kids can do it while they listen to their favorite music or watch TV. To make sure that the dirt does not find its way back to your floors, pay attention on your doormats, have these cleaned and vacuumed as well.



However, for dirt that is a bit tenacious than the ones that your broom or vacuum easily remove, you can use a wet mop. Just make sure to wring it properly because too much water will be absorbed by the wood or goes into the joists. Too much water or moisture can damage your timber, which can expand or warp.



For stubborn dirt, you can use a pH neutral floor cleaner so that it will not react with your timber floors like other chemical dilutions do. For added caution, make sure to inquire on your manufacturer before you buy cleaning solutions for your floors. Once you have the approved item, follow the instructions to the dot so that you can attain optimal results.



You should never use your usual household detergents, wax polishers, steel wool pads or other products along this line. These may be made of too harsh chemicals that might eat up your wood or too rough, causing scratch marks on your floor surface. Wax used on wood makes the floor extra slippery, a potential danger especially for young kids who like to run around or for the elderly with compromised coordination. Your timber floors can be shiny without the use of wax, which may lead to complications when you plan to re-apply a finish to your timber floors.



If you accidentally spilt any liquids on your floor, you should wipe them immediately, either using a dry cloth or a paper towel. You need to avoid a pool of water, no matter how small this may be, to stay on your floor, which could seeped into the wood and damage it. If a dry cloth is ineffective, you could wet it slightly. You will easily discover that keeping a great looking timber floors is not that hard to do.