Tips for Caring for Your Floors Part 1 - Hardwood

At Eldon Furniture, we strive to help our customers improve the look of their home by not only offering the best furniture at the Lake of the Ozarks but also going above and beyond by offering a wide selection of flooring at the Lake of the Ozarks. After installing new floors, it's important to know how to properly care for your flooring to ensure that it lasts for many years. That's why Eldon Furniture is starting a blog series to educate you on how to properly take care of your flooring. Today, we'd like to start our blog series with caring for hardwood flooring at the Lake of the Ozarks.


Regular Cleaning 

It's important to regularly clean your hardwood flooring to ensure it stays in tip-top shape. Below are a few do's and don'ts when for cleaning your hardwood on a regular basis.

Do's 

Wipe Up Spills Immediately  

You never want to let anything liquid stand on your hardwood floor. When you notice a spill, use a soft cloth to blot and wipe up spots as soon as they happen.

Sweep Often 

You can sweep, dust, or vacuum your hardwood depending on your preference. If you are using a vacuum, be sure to use a hardwood floor attachment to avoid scratching your floor.


Use Cleaner for Hardwood 

Harsh chemical can damage your hardwood. It's important to only use a cleaner made for hardwood. Others cleaners could ruin your finish. Floor cleaner should be used regularly.

Don'ts 

No Oils, Wax, or Polish 

Oils, wax, polish, and ammonia products can dull your floors and should be avoided altogether. 

No Abrasive Cleaners 

If something gets stuck to your floor you should never use steel wool, scouring powders, or other abrasive cleaners. Using these types of products will scratch your floors.

Don't Use a Mop 

It may be tempting to wet mop your floor but this is a big no-no for hardwood. Using a wet mop with soap, water, or oil-soap detergent can warp your floor over time causing damage that likely can't be fixed.

Pro Tips 

Removing Something Sticky 

Sticky substances can be hard to get off of any floor. For getting off chewing gum, candle wax, etc. try applying ice to the substance to harden it up. Then use a plastic scraper to scrape it off - be careful not to scratch your floor. 

Protect your Flooring 

In addition to regular cleaning, it's a good practice to take preventative measures to protect your flooring. Use entry mats to collect dirt and grit from entering your home. To prevent your mat from slipping, use an underlayment to prevent it from sliding around. You should also make sure that you have. It's also important to ensure that the bottom of your furniture has protective pads that won't scratch your flooring.


Shop Hardwood Flooring at Eldon Furniture 

If you've been thinking about updating your flooring, Eldon Furniture has a great selection of hardwood flooring. We help you every step of the way after you’ve selected your new floor: professional on-site measurement, removal of old flooring, and skilled installation that includes moving your furniture and replacing the trim. We do it all expertly, so your floor will look amazing and give lasting satisfaction. Stop by our furniture showroom at the Lake of the Ozarks soon and see our flooring samples.


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