Many hardwood floors feature what is called a urethane finish.However, if you choose to invest in this type of flooring, it’s important to educate yourself on the proper care and maintenance techniques. After all, it’d be a shame to spend time and money on new flooring only to diminish its beauty with improper upkeep.
Urethane finish is a highly damage-resistant floor coating known for its shine and longevity. To avoid harming the finish -- and thus harming your hardwood -- following preventative maintenance is key. Be careful to keep your floor dry and wipe up any spills as soon as possible. Do not allow water or any other liquid to linger on your floor, even while cleaning. Instead, use a dry mop or at most a slightly damp cloth to clean up accidents and keep the surface free of debris. You must also make sure you use appropriate cleaners; do not apply oil soap, paste wax, silicone-based polishes, ammonia, chlorine bleach, or any scrubbing cleaners to a floor with a urethane finish.
Take measures to prevent anything from scratching your hardwood. For example, place felt pad protectors under your furniture legs so they do not scrape the floor when they are moved. Likewise, using mats at all entryways will help prevent gritty abrasives from being tracked in your rooms. Learn more about maintenance for the Monarch Plank Windsor collection by talking to a sales associate.
Urethane finish is a highly damage-resistant floor coating known for its shine and longevity. To avoid harming the finish -- and thus harming your hardwood -- following preventative maintenance is key. Be careful to keep your floor dry and wipe up any spills as soon as possible. Do not allow water or any other liquid to linger on your floor, even while cleaning. Instead, use a dry mop or at most a slightly damp cloth to clean up accidents and keep the surface free of debris. You must also make sure you use appropriate cleaners; do not apply oil soap, paste wax, silicone-based polishes, ammonia, chlorine bleach, or any scrubbing cleaners to a floor with a urethane finish.
Take measures to prevent anything from scratching your hardwood. For example, place felt pad protectors under your furniture legs so they do not scrape the floor when they are moved. Likewise, using mats at all entryways will help prevent gritty abrasives from being tracked in your rooms. Learn more about maintenance for the Monarch Plank Windsor collection by talking to a sales associate.
