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Hot Tips on Floor Maintenance

Maintaining a Surface Finish
D ust mop, sweep or vacuum regularly. Clean with a manufacturer's recommended cleaner. Recoat the floor with a surface finish when cleaning no longer restores shine. The frequency of recoating depends on the amount of traffic. A surface finished floor should never be waxed.

Maintaining a Penetrating Stain or Wax Finish
Dust mop or vacuum regularly. Buff to restore shine. Waxing may be necessary when buffing no longer restores shine. Apply a cleaner and liquid wax specifically for wood floors. Apply the wax evenly, allow the floor to dry and buff to the desired luster.

If the wood floor has dirt build up or the wax is discolored, use a combination liquid cleaner/wax made specifically for wood flooring. Make sure it is solvent rather than water base. Spread the liquid cleaner/wax with a cloth or fine steel wool and rub gently to remove grime and old wax. Wipe the floor clean, let it dry for about 20 minutes and buff.

Depending on the traffic, a properly maintained wood floor should need waxing once or twice a year.

Remember, it is extremely important to always use the floor manufacturer's cleaning and finish products and recommendations when known.