Hardwood floors add a touch of beauty and luxury to any home, but maintaining them requires some effort. To safeguard your investment and preserve their pristine appearance, it’s important to learn ...

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Think about the beating your wood floors endure on a daily basis: high heels, pet nails, children’s toys, and shifting furniture, to name a few! Tough as wood floors may be, their finish is still ...

The secret to cleaning hardwood floors is determining what type of finish you have since that, and not the wood itself, will determine your plan of action. Most new floors are surface-sealed with a ...

Wood floors bring a warm, organic type of style and beauty to a space. Not only that, but wood floors are beautifully durable ...

The best way to protect your hardwood floors is prevention. Mock recommends using area rugs and mats in high-traffic zones, placing felt pads under furniture legs, and keeping pet nails trimmed and ...

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Q: How do I take care of the wood floors in my home? A: These days, there are many types of wood floors, including traditional strips of natural wood with interlocking tongue-and-groove edges, and ...

Different floors require different approaches: Hardwood: Use a microfiber mop and a wood-safe cleaner. Avoid vinegar and ...

The finish on hardwood flooring is neither fragile nor indestructible. Hardwood floors must be cleaned properly using the correct solvent level to protect their beauty and fine finish. Some of us ...