How to care for and take care of your cherished hardwood floors

Taking care of your oak hardwood or other popular types such as alder, ash, beech, cherry or elm can be tedious but is necessary and worthwhile in the long-term. Having hardwood floors installed in your home firstly adds value to the cost of your home and secondly engulfs the atmosphere with character and elegance. To care for hardwood, one must be aware of the various products to use, what not to use when cleaning and general tips to keep your oak and other hardwood looking pristine.

Oak hardwood is extremely durable and can be protected from daily wear-and-tear to keep it looking in mint condition even over a number of years. Oak hardwood is transported and installed in homes throughout Ottawa by Ironwood Hardwood Flooring and Decking, a local company that showcases a wide range of exquisite hardwood.

To remove dark spots, blemishes and water marks from your oak hardwood over time by using fine steel wool. This will get rid of the nicks and spots and have your hardwoord looking new in no time.

To repair light scratches, there are wax coloured sticks at home hardware stores that are offered in many different shades. Wood-stain markers also perform the same task, by filling in where the scratch is, great for touch-ups and minor scratches on your oak hardwood.

Having a polyurethane finish on your oak hardwood makes it last and makes it look shiny and timeless, but when it is damaged it can be difficult to return the finish to the original state. It can be a little bit of work, but it can be fixed and repaired you spill something or damage your oak hardwood floors. First, one must sand the surface with 220-grit sandpaper but gentle enough not to ruin the colour. After this step, wipe the floor to remove any dust that may be trapped inside the panels. Brush on the polyurethane with a foam paint pad and then thin out the edges with a wedge brush.

It is also very important to use cleaning products and tools that are not damaging to your oak hardwood. Find specialized cleaning products made especially for oak hardwood and other precious woods. These products are made with compounds that evaporate quickly so that the moisture is not absorbed. It is an important habit to use cleaning products specialized for oak hardwood floors because oak is a hygroscopic or water absorbent material. It will absorb any amount of water, no matter how small a droplet, so be sure to wipe up spills immediately to avoid stains.

Some other simple pointers are to use felt pads on the corners and bottom of all your furniture such as dining room chairs, coffee tables, couches and so on. Even though oak hardwood is extremely durable, it is still important to note it is a natural product and needs special care. The crew at IronWood Hardwood Flooring and Decking is more than happy install your beautiful oak hardwood and cater to your taste but it is your job to make sure it is protected and looking as good as new everyday.

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