
How to take care of your Engineered Floors
- For best results when cleaning, we recommend cleaning hardwood or solid engineered flooring with a damp mop or cloth only. Remember, your engineered flooring care is mostly the same as hardwood floors since the upper wear layer is made of hardwood
- When cleaning your engineered hardwood flooring, wipe in the same direction as the wood grain for best results. This will help remove stubborn dirt from cracks and crevices in the flooring
- Choose your engineered floor care products carefully. Be sure to read the entire label before using a product on your engineered floors. Make sure the product you use suits the floor finishing material
- Always sweep or dust before you mop. Remove as much dirt and debris before mopping to avoid damaging your floors
- Sweeping or dusting your floors every day will help prevent a build up of dirt that will require hard scrubbing or cleaners to remove. Regular care is best for your engineered floors
- Clean up spills as soon as possible. While engineered hardwood flooring is less susceptible to water damage than Solid hardwood flooring, long exposure to liquids can result in damage
- Protect your engineered floors from UV damage by pulling drapes or blinds during peak sunlight hours to shield your floors from direct sunlight
- Place all houseplants and furniture on soft coasters or felt pads to avoid nicks and scratches
- Place all houseplants and furniture on soft coasters or felt pads to avoid nicks and scratches
- Keep pets’ toenails trimmed and filed to avoid damaging your floors
- Be sure to keep the moisture level of your home regulated year round to keep your engineered Hardwood floors looking great for years to come. Proper humidity control is essential for the long term upkeep of your floors
- Do not place electronics directly on your engineered hardwood floors. The heat generated from electronics can damage your flooring over time
- Caring for white plank floors may be a little tricky. Never use detergents containing bleach on your white plank engineered floors. To keep your floors white, avoid using well water (which may contain staining iron) and clean your floors daily