Your timber wood floor is an investment for your home and family. It will last you for generations. Like every other item in your home, this also needs care and maintenance. Thankfully you do not have to do much hard work in the name of maintenance. Here are the tips to maintain your timber floor.
Understanding Timber Floor Materials
In order to take care of something, you need to have a vision and understanding of the same. Timber wood is a hard, durable material. It does not easily get affected by water, dust or sun. Dust particles do not sit and stain this wood. They do not get scratched easily as well.
All of these combined make timber wood the best choice as a flooring material. It is not very expensive, but not so cheap as well. Hence your investment should be taken care of, no matter how low maintenance it is.
Timber Floor Maintenance Tips
Maintenance is crucial to keep the original look and durability.
- Regular Cleaning: Just sweep or vacuum your hardwood floors regularly to wipe out dust and debris. Clean stains, if any with a mild cleaning solution and damp mop, but do not use excessive water. This may damage the wood.
- Protective Measures: Put under furniture legs to avoid scuffs and gouges. Put rugs or mats at entryways to catch dirt and moisture. Install protective pads under heavy furniture legs. Never move anything while dragging over your timber floor.Always put a cushioning or padding
- Avoid Harsh Chemicals: When cleaning your wood floors, remember that harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaners can ruin the surface finish. Go for light and non-acidic cleaning things, which are specially designed for wooden floors.
- Routine Maintenance: Check the condition of your floors regularly for signs of damage, like scratches, dents, or worn-out finish areas. Fix any problems fast enough to limit their spread and keep your timber floors undamaged.
Things to Avoid
There is no strict rule book for what to do and what not to do, but there are certain activities that are a big no-no for your wooden floor. Here are some,
- Avoid walking on timber floors wearing stiletto and high heels with a pointy heel. This may cause scratches and dents on the floor. Since the material is not so cheap and you cannot replace it with just one specific section, this type of damage will only increase your repair costs.
- Despite the fact that it can endure water spillage, it cannot withstand wetness and heavy moisture. Try not to mop your floor every day. Never mop it with loads of water and let it dry naturally. Even wipe off any excess water in case of spillage.
- Avoid using alcohol-based cleaners or kerosene. These will remove the brilliance of your timber floor.
- Steam mopping is another big no for timber floors. This method enforces steam inside the woods which creates trapped moisture and reduces the longevity of your wooden floor.
Conclusion
Whether you already have a timber floor installed or looking for a new installation, it is absolutely necessary that you maintain the floor with the proper understanding of it. Despite the sturdiness and longevity, timber is a natural material. Hence it will rot or get nasty over time if you do not maintain and protect it properly.
At Timbex Flooring, we do not just install timber wood flooring, we also provide you with the best knowledge of maintenance, so that you get the benefits of the evergreen wood flooring. We strongly believe that this is your priceless investment for your home and future generations. Do not waste your time thinking about new installation or maintenance. We serve in Western Australia. You can contact us or visit our showroom in Mandurah. Trust Tibmex Flooring and we will give you the best price and service in WA.
